Enhanced descriptions from Syndetics:

A must for any fashion student, this book provides an in-depth review of the wide-ranging career options available in the fashion and textile industry, profiling over 50 careers that span the creative, technical, retail, and media fields.



Clearly defined job profiles are accompanied by interviews with people employed in the industry. Breaking into the fashion industry can be very difficult for newly qualified graduates and young designers because of the high number of students graduating each year and the competitive nature of the business. This book offers practical advice on all aspectsof the job-hunting process with guidance on how to succeed. There are suggestions for organizing a job search, with template charts and tables provided to help, and advice on how to secure work placements/internships and develop strong networking skills. A directory of international professional trade associations provides an excellent resource for establishing new contacts and general networking, and also offers information on conferences, trade events, and employment opportunities.

Table of contents provided by Syndetics

• Foreword (p. 6)
• Introduction (p. 7)
• Chapter 1 Creative Opportunities (p. 8)
• womenswear
• menswear
• tailor
• corporate wear
• childrenswear
• sportswear
• swimwear
• lingerie
• bridalwear
• woven textile designer
• knitwear designer
• print textile designer
• costume designer
• wardrobe assistant
• accessory designer
• footwear designer
• milliner
• fashion forecaster
• colorist
• illustrator
• Chapter 2 Technical Opportunities (p. 52)
• production manager
• pattern cutter
• pattern grader
• lay lanner
• sample machinist
• fabric technologist
• garment technologist
• costume/textile conservationist and restorer
• Chapter 3 Business and Management Opportunities (p. 64)
• buyer
• buyer's administration assistant
• assistant buyer
• merchandiser
• merchandising allocator
• visual merchandiser
• retail manager
• retail assistant
• independent retailer
• personal shopper
• recruitment agent/consultant
• Chapter 4 Media Opportunities (p. 76)
• fashion editor
• journalist
• feature writer
• fashion marketing manager
• public relations officer
• events planner/trade show organizer
• fashion show producer
• fashion stylist
• make-up artist
• fashion photographer
• model
• model booker
• model scout
• Chapter 5 Alternative Career Options (p. 106)
• university lecturer
• research assistant
• fashion/textile technician
• art and design/textile teacher
• art therapist
• community artist
• artist in residence
• archivist
• picture researcher
• gap year
• Chapter 6 Career Action Planning (p. 122)
• Chapter 7 Job Hunting (p. 140)
• Chapter 8 Preparing a Portfolio (p. 154)
• Chapter 9 The Recruitment Process (p. 170)
• Chapter 10 Starting Your New Job (p. 190)
• Chapter 11 Starting in Business (p. 196)
• Chapter 12 Moving Onward and Upward (p. 212)
• Glossary (p. 238)
• Resource Directory (p. 240)
• professional associations
• exhibitions, trade fairs and events
• trend forecasting services
• recruitment agencies
• internet resources
• further reading
• Index (p. 252)
• Acknowledgments and Picture Credits (p. 256)