ART/DESIGN

2533-11 Fashion Designer

Designs garments and accessories by pursuing original ideas or adapting existing styles.

Skill Level:

The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification. This occupation requires high levels of creative talent or personal commitment and interest as well as, formal qualifications and experience.

Tasks Include:

• conceives designs for garments or fashion accessories such as handbags and shoes
• prepares detailed sketches showing front, back, seams, cut and other important features of garments
• chooses combinations of fabrics, colours and trim to complement styles
• discusses designs with management, sales departments, manufacturing staff, and buyers from retail and department stores
• assists pattern makers in the production of master patterns and supervises production of sample garments
• uses computer-aided design systems
• may showcase product at fashion shows and exhibitions

Specialisations:
Costume Designer