Fashion Designers
Design clothing and accessories. Create original designs or adapt fashion trends.
Education & Training
Percentage of workers at each education and training level
Education Level
Prior Experience Needed
Work experience required to enter this job
Training Provided After Hiring
How long it typically takes to learn on the job
How AI Impacts Each Task
20 tasks analyzed
Direct and coordinate workers involved in drawing and cutting patterns and constructing samples or finished garments.
Examine sample garments on and off models, modifying designs to achieve desired effects.
Sketch rough and detailed drawings of apparel or accessories, and write specifications such as color schemes, construction, material types, and accessory requirements.
Confer with sales and management executives or with clients to discuss design ideas.
Attend fashion shows and review garment magazines and manuals to gather information about fashion trends and consumer preferences.
| Task | AI Capability | Risk | Time % |
|---|---|---|---|
| Direct and coordinate workers involved in drawing and cutting patterns and constructing samples or finished garments. | - | - | - |
| Examine sample garments on and off models, modifying designs to achieve desired effects. | - | - | - |
| Sketch rough and detailed drawings of apparel or accessories, and write specifications such as color schemes, construction, material types, and accessory requirements. | - | - | - |
| Confer with sales and management executives or with clients to discuss design ideas. | - | - | - |
| Attend fashion shows and review garment magazines and manuals to gather information about fashion trends and consumer preferences. | - | - | - |
Essential Soft Skills
Traits that are hard for AI to replicate
Wage & Employment (2024)
Median Wage
$80,690
per year
Mean Wage
$122,430
per year
Employment
21K
workers
Wage Range
$35,970 - $169,620
10th - 90th pct
Wage Distribution
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