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Fashion Designers

Median Salary
79,290
Job Outlook
+5%

Overview

What are the responsibilities of this role?

Design clothing and accessories. Create original designs or adapt fashion trends.

What sectors do they work in?

Private for profit

66%

Self-employed

29%

Private not for profit

3%

State and local government

1%

Federal Government

0%

What is the job outlook?

Employment of fashion designers is projected to grow 5 percent from 2023 to 2033, about as fast as the average for all occupations. About 2,100 openings for fashion designers are projected each year, on average, over the decade. Many of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to different occupations or exit the labor force, such as to retire.

Compensation

What is the typical salary range?

$35,150

10%

$79,290

Median

$98,620

90%

How does location impact how much salary?

Education

What level of education do professionals in this role have?

Education Level

  • Bachelor's degree

    50%

  • Associate's degree

    44%

  • High school

    3%

  • Some college

    1%

Which college majors best prepare you for this role?

  • Fashion/Apparel Design
  • Apparel and Textile Manufacture
  • Fashion and Fabric Consultant
  • Costume Design
  • Textile Science

Skills and Interest

Which skill sets are the most valuable to possess?

Skills

  • Leadership

    High

  • Technology Design and Control

    High

  • Critical Thinking and Problem Solving

    High

  • Verbal Skills

    Mid

  • Math and Science Skills

    Low

  • Equipment Operation and Maintenance

    Low

What knowledge should you bring to the table?

  • Design
  • Computers and Electronics
  • English Language
  • Production and Processing
  • Sales and Marketing

What challenges will you likely face in the workplace?

Workplace

  • Time Pressure

    High

  • Repetitiveness

    Mid

  • Responsibility

    Mid

  • Level Of Competition

    Mid

  • Exposure to Job Hazards

    Low

  • Decision Making

    Low

  • Physical Activity

    Low

What personality traits help people thrive in this role?

Artistic

You love creating things and expressing yourself through art, writing and music.

Realistic

You love hands-on work and solving practical problems — like fixing things and building stuff.

Enterprising

You love taking risks in business or personal projects — and have the leadership skills to back it up.

RIASEC represents six broad interest areas—Realistic, Investigative, Artistic, Social, Enterprising, and Conventional—helping individuals identify careers that match their skills and preferences.

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