Fashion Technology & Production Services
Discover the industry of fashion.
Introduction:
This program provides technical skill proficiency and includes competency-based applied learning that contributes to academic knowledge, higher-order reasoning, and problem-solving skills. The program also enhances work attitudes, general employability skills, technical and occupation-specific skills, and knowledge of all aspects of the Arts, A/V Technology, and Communication career cluster.
Duties/Responsibilities:
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Study fashion trends and anticipate designs that will appeal to consumers
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Decide on a theme for a collection
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Use computer-aided design programs (CAD) to create designs
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Visit manufacturers or trade shows to get fabric samples
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Select fabrics, embellishments, colors, or style for each garment or accessory
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Work with other designers or team members to create a prototype design
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Present design ideas to the creative director or showcase them in fashion or trade shows
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Oversee the final production of their designs
Career Opportunities:
- Fashion Designer
- Industrial Designer
- Purchasing Manager
- Pattern Designer
Employment Outlook:
Employment of fashion designers is projected to grow 0%Â from 2020 to 2030.
Salary:
The average wage for this career in Florida is $30.08 hourly or $62,570 annually
Completion Requirements:
The entire program is 750/1050 hours. Students can earn a certificate at the completion of the following Occupational Completion Points (OCPs):
OCP | COURSE | HOURS |
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OCP A | Garment Fabrication Specialist Industrial Seamstress Introduction to Patternmaking and Entrepreneurship | 150 Hours |
OCP B | Alterations Specialist AND Tailor for Menswear OR Formalwear Specialist | 300 Hours |
OCP C | Costume Specialist OR Accessories Specialist OR Intimate Apparel Specialist | 300 Hours |
OCP D | Embroiderer Embroidery Digitizer | 300 Hours |
OCP E | CAD Patternmaker I CAD Patternmaker II | 300 Hours |
Total Hours: 1050 |
Location & Course’s Schedule:
Fashion Technology & Production Services is available at the following school (s):
LOCATION | COURSE'S SCHEDULE | |
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Lindsey Hopkins Technical College | Monday - Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. |
Contact Information at the Location:
Additional information can be provided by student services:
LOCATION | COUNSELOR / REGISTRAR | PHONE NUMBER |
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Lindsey Hopkins Technical College (305) 324-6070 | Patricia Estiverne Sandra Hawkins Jacques Lucien Rose Jasmin | Ext. 7089 Ext. 7129 Ext. 7039 |
Source
- Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, Fashion Designers, on the Internet at https://www.bls.gov/ooh/arts-and-design/fashion-designers.htm.