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O*NET-SOC 27-1022.00

Fashion Designers

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

From O*NET 30.3

Tasks

From O*NET 30.3, by importance, as O*NET OnLine lists them

Free · O*NET 30.3
  1. Sketch rough and detailed drawings of apparel or accessories, and write specifications such as color schemes, construction, material types, and accessory requirements.Core13015
  2. Examine sample garments on and off models, modifying designs to achieve desired effects.Core13014
  3. Determine prices for styles.Supplemental13026
  4. Confer with sales and management executives or with clients to discuss design ideas.Core13016
  5. Select materials and production techniques to be used for products.Core13019
  6. Provide sample garments to agents and sales representatives, and arrange for showings of sample garments at sales meetings or fashion shows.Core13020
  7. Direct and coordinate workers involved in drawing and cutting patterns and constructing samples or finished garments.Core13013
  8. Develop a group of products or accessories, and market them through venues such as boutiques or mail-order catalogs.Supplemental13028
  9. Identify target markets for designs, looking at factors such as age, gender, and socioeconomic status.Core13017
  10. Draw patterns for articles designed, cut patterns, and cut material according to patterns, using measuring instruments and scissors.Supplemental13027
  11. Collaborate with other designers to coordinate special products and designs.Core13024
  12. Attend fashion shows and review garment magazines and manuals to gather information about fashion trends and consumer preferences.Core13018
  13. Sew together sections of material to form mockups or samples of garments or articles, using sewing equipment.Supplemental13031
  14. Purchase new or used clothing and accessory items as needed to complete designs.Core13022
  15. Design custom clothing and accessories for individuals, retailers, or theatrical, television, or film productions.Supplemental13025
  16. Research the styles and periods of clothing needed for film or theatrical productions.Supplemental13032
  17. Visit textile showrooms to keep up-to-date on the latest fabrics.Core13023
  18. Adapt other designers' ideas for the mass market.Core13021
  19. Test fabrics or oversee testing so that garment care labels can be created.Core13030
  20. Read scripts and consult directors and other production staff to develop design concepts and plan productions.Supplemental13029

Technology Skills

From O*NET 30.3, 29 examples in 14 categories, 14 Hot Technology

Free · O*NET 30.3

Document management software

  • Adobe AcrobatHot Technology

Graphics or photo imaging software

  • Adobe Creative Cloud softwareHot TechnologyIn Demand
  • Adobe IllustratorHot TechnologyIn Demand
  • Adobe PhotoshopHot TechnologyIn Demand
  • Autodesk SketchBook Pro
  • Corel CorelDraw Graphics Suite
  • Corel Painter
  • Lectra Prima Vision Print Repeat

Desktop publishing software

  • Adobe InDesignHot TechnologyIn Demand

Computer aided design CAD software

  • Autodesk AutoCAD Design Suite
  • Autodesk RevitHot Technology
  • C-DESIGN Fashion
  • CLO Virtual Fashion Marvelous Designer
  • Computer aided design and drafting software CADD
  • Fashion Toolbox
  • Optitex 3D Suite
  • Patternmaking software
  • StartingAClothingLine.com Digital Fashion Pro
  • Trimble SketchUp ProHot Technology

Accounting software

  • Financial accounting software

Web platform development software

  • JavaScriptHot Technology

Spreadsheet software

  • Microsoft ExcelHot TechnologyIn Demand

Office suite software

  • Microsoft Office softwareHot TechnologyIn Demand

Electronic mail software

  • Microsoft OutlookHot Technology

Presentation software

  • Microsoft PowerPointHot TechnologyIn Demand

Word processing software

  • Microsoft WordHot Technology

Analytical or scientific software

  • SASHot Technology

Program testing software

  • User interface design software

Internet browser software

  • Web browser software

Detailed Work Activities

From O*NET 30.3, under their work activities; open one for the AI skills Workforce Automation maps to it

Free · O*NET 30.3

Getting Information

  • Study scripts to determine project requirements.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet
  • Conduct market research.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings

  • Monitor current trends.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials

  • Test materials, solutions, or samples.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet
  • Test characteristics of materials or structures.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Making Decisions and Solving Problems

  • Determine the value of goods or services.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet
  • Calculate costs of goods or services.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet
  • Select materials or props.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Thinking Creatively

  • Draw detailed or technical illustrations.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet
  • Develop artistic or design concepts for decoration, exhibition, or commercial purposes.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge

  • Conduct research to inform art, designs, or other work.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Handling and Moving Objects

  • Build models, patterns, or templates.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Documenting/Recording Information

  • Write informational material.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates

  • Collaborate with others to develop or refine designs.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Selling or Influencing Others

  • Promote products, activities, or organizations.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates

  • Coordinate design activities.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Monitoring and Controlling Resources

  • Maintain inventories of materials, equipment, or products.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Job Zone

From O*NET 30.3

Free · O*NET 30.3

Job Zone Three: Medium Preparation Needed

Workforce Automation analysis, not part of the source

WFA coverage: AI skills for this job

WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

Pilot mapping: these skill links come from our seed list and haven’t been reviewed yet. Expect them to change as each one is checked.

DWAs covered by an AI skill0 of 17
Distinct tools0
Level mix
  • No tools yet

Equivalents

NICE work roles, with their DCWF equivalents

Mapped to this job by the ETO-CSET NICE/O*NET crosswalk (2024); roles from NICE Framework Components v2.2.0, DCWF equivalents from DoD DCWF Tool v5.3 (2026-09-25)

Free · NICE Framework Components v2.2.0 and DoD DCWF Tool v5.3 (2026-09-25)

No NICE work role maps to this job.