Explore careers in the arts by researching a different career this quarter and posting a short blog post about what you discovered.
- What is the title of the career/position? (Be specific! ie. there are MANY types of jobs within a museum. Don't just say "Work in a museum." There are curators, registrars, art handlers, conservators, marketing, and many more.)
The title of this career/position is garment technologist.
- Describe the responsibilities of the job and required credentials to achieve the position.
The responsibilities of the job are to instruct garment measurements and construction to enable the production of prototypes and functional, wearable pieces/ The required credentials for this position are that one needs a degree or HND in clothing/fashion technology or a related/similar subject. Another option is for internal progression for those already working in the industry is also possible, like how a Product Technologist Apprenticeship is available for those wishing to train on the job.
- What college majors provide the training for this career?
Degrees include a Fashion design degree, Fashion styling degree, Fashion manufacturing degree. Majors include Creative Fashion Design, Drafting and Sewing, History of Costume/Fashion, Textile Science, and Computer Applications and Pattern Drafting.
- What schools offer good programs in this area? Are there any recognized top programs?
In this area, schools that offer good programs are Virginia Commonwealth University, Marymont University, and Howard University.
The top program recognized for this career is the Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT) in New York
- Average income from this career path.
The average income from this career path is $59,116+usually.
- What about this career interests you?
The science and mechanics behind garment technology are very interesting for me and it is part of the fundamental science that I do in creating my pieces and taking great interest in the fashion in art.
- Did anything you find out about the career surprise you or change your thoughts about it?
People can make a lot of money as a top garment technologists for important companies and clients and I was surprised how well funded they can be when they are good at their craft and make it to the top.