Careers In Fashion - Career Profiles
Here are how the careers in the fashion industry line up. There are many levels of each of these positions as well which makes enough room for everyone.
Apparel Designer
- Responsible for initial trend research to determine concepts, color, fabric, silhouette, and trim details. Possible overseas travel to European shows
- Collaborate with product development and sales teams to determine trends forecasts of styles, color palettes and number of groups for the seasons
- Shop & source fabric and trim
- Execute initial sketches through to final sketches with all details, swatches and reference of target customer lifestyle
- Work closely with the teams involved in the garment production
- Review pre and post production samples
Attributes:
- Creativity
- Teamwork
- Verbal and visual presentation skills
- Computer Aided Design skills(Photoshop, Illustrator)
- Understanding of fit and construction of garment
- Knowledge of Fabrications/Trims
- internships in design related environment
Buyer
- Responsible for development of merchandise through financial and market analysis.
- Collaborate with planning department to ensure proper direction and assess competitive environment to make proper purchasing decisions.
- Work closely with managers, salespersons, salesclerks, and advertising to anticipate consumer trends and buying habits.
- Analyze sales and inventory levels to manage business trends.
- Must possess strong financial sense to be able to execute and manage financial forecasts, markdowns, and sales evaluations.
Attributes:
- analytical and computer skills
- Ability to work with all levels of management
- Strong written and verbal skills
- Understanding of current consumer trends
- Buying programs- most buyers go through a buying program at one of the large retail companies like Target, GAP, Bloomingdales, Saks, Nieman Marcus, etc or experience at specialty boutique.
Planner
- Responsible for the management and control of inventory levels to ensure maximization of sales and profit.
- Present business trends and be able to communicate effectively with buyers to ensure consistency throughout merchandise.
- Understand demographic research in specific areas to ensure proper communication with buyer
Attributes:
- Strong analytical skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication
- Strong PC skills.
- Executive trainee program for planning that includes classroom and floor time.
Textile Designer
- Responsible for initial trend research to determine trends, weaves, fibers, yarns, print direction and color.
- Communicate with overseas mills on trends, specs and details
- Check initial strike offs before production
Attributes:
- Creativity
- Teamwork
- Communication Skills
- Technical Understanding
- Color Sense
Graphic Designer
- Responsible for creating logos and graphics for garments as well as repeat patterns.
- Must have expertise in Photoshop and Illustrator and be proficient in Freehand & Corel Draw
- Develop design ideas, prepare sketches and layouts, and understand production processes.
Attributes:
- Degree in Graphic Design or related field
- internship experience and portfolio of artwork
- communicate effectively with all departments
- have an eye for trend/color/industry understanding
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