Design and Production

Sample machinist

Sample machinists sew what are called samples which are prototypes of the designers product. The item could be a piece of clothing or an accessory.

Pattern cutter

Pattern cutters create paper or computer-generated patterns from designers sketches. The pattern is used to cut the fabric pieces which are sewn together by machinists to create the garment. 

Grader

Graders produce the different clothing sizes within a size range. Sample patterns are usually a size 10 or 12. Graders would then create the full size range e.g. from size 8 to 22, from the sample pattern.

CAD technician

Computer aided design (CAD) technicians use computer software to design clothing, accessories, footwear, buildings, machinery, goods and components.

Fashion designer

Fashion designers design clothing, shoes or accessories for fashion brands and labels.

Fashion design assistant

Fashion assistants support designers with the creation of new and existing styles and patterns.

Graphic designer

Graphic designers create visual branding, adverts, brochures, magazines, website design, product packaging and displays.

Footwear designer

Footwesr designers create new designs and sample patterns for mens, womens and childrens footwear.