{"schemaVersion":"1.0","exportedAt":"2026-05-15T12:39:37.249Z","occupation":{"soc":"27-1022.00","title":"Fashion Designers","group":"Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports & Media","sector":"54","jobZone":3,"jobZoneInferred":false},"framework":{"version":"v.26.05","description":"","contextCovered":"This framework covers fashion design practice in apparel and accessories studios, spanning concept sketching, material selection, sample development, client collaboration, production coordination, and market positioning across entry through executive career levels.","levels":{"emerging":{"label":"Emerging","statements":["Rough sketch drawings of apparel silhouettes — produce under direct supervision using pencil and digital tools in a studio or classroom setting.","Basic design specifications such as color schemes and material notes — document following established templates on entry-level design projects.","Fabric swatches and material samples — identify and sort by fiber content, weight, and texture when directed by a senior designer.","Design briefs and trend reports — read and summarize key concepts to support a supervising designer's creative decisions.","Sample garments on dress forms — inspect for fit and proportion issues under guidance, noting discrepancies for correction.","Graphics and photo imaging software — apply foundational functions to produce digital flats and colorway variations in a studio environment.","Target customer profiles — recognize age, gender, and lifestyle factors when reviewing design briefs provided by the design team.","Pattern-cutting and sample-room workers — assist by relaying designer instructions and tracking task progress under supervision.","Sales representatives and showroom staff — support by organizing and tagging sample garments ahead of seasonal line reviews.","CAD software tools — use basic functions to draft technical flat sketches for simple garment styles under mentor guidance."]},"developing":{"label":"Developing","statements":["Detailed technical drawings and written construction specifications — complete independently for seasonal collections in a mid-size apparel studio.","Sample garments on live models — examine and modify fit and design details with limited oversight during fitting sessions.","Material and production technique selections — make routine decisions for standard product categories by evaluating cost, aesthetics, and manufacturability.","Design ideas and revision requests — discuss clearly with sales managers and clients in scheduled project meetings.","Sample garments and lookbooks — prepare and coordinate for delivery to agents and for presentation at internal sales meetings.","Target market research including age, gender, and socioeconomic factors — conduct and apply to inform design direction for assigned product lines.","Graphics imaging and desktop publishing software — use proficiently to create presentation boards and marketing-ready design visuals.","Collaborative design projects with fellow designers — coordinate contributions and align aesthetic decisions across product categories.","Seasonal production schedules and design deadlines — manage independently, adjusting priorities when workflow demands shift.","Trend data and competitor product research — analyze and translate into actionable design concepts for upcoming collections."]},"proficient":{"label":"Proficient","statements":["Full seasonal collection sketches and detailed technical specifications — develop autonomously from concept through production-ready documentation.","Complex fitting challenges on diverse models — diagnose and resolve independently by modifying pattern construction and design elements.","Material sourcing strategy across fabric mills and suppliers — evaluate and execute based on quality, lead time, cost, and sustainability criteria.","Cross-functional design reviews with sales, marketing, and executive leadership — lead discussions, synthesize feedback, and drive design decisions.","Fashion show and sales meeting sample presentations — organize and oversee end-to-end, coordinating logistics across styling, production, and retail teams.","Pattern-cutting, sample-room, and production staff — direct and coordinate daily, ensuring quality and schedule adherence on multiple concurrent projects.","Target market segmentation analyses — conduct thoroughly, identifying demographic and psychographic insights to position collections competitively.","Non-routine design problems such as last-minute material substitutions or fit failures — resolve through creative and technical problem-solving under timeline pressure.","CAD and integrated product lifecycle management tools — apply at an advanced level to streamline technical package creation and cross-team communication.","Client negotiation and persuasion — conduct skillfully to align creative vision with commercial requirements across brand and wholesale relationships."]},"advanced":{"label":"Advanced","statements":["Organizational design vision and multi-season creative strategy — set and communicate across design, merchandising, and executive leadership to drive brand direction.","Design department talent — mentor, evaluate, and develop emerging and mid-level designers through structured feedback and stretch assignments.","Enterprise-level material and production partnerships — establish and negotiate with strategic suppliers to secure quality, cost, and innovation advantages.","Company-wide fashion show and trade event strategies — direct and oversee, representing the brand's creative identity to press, buyers, and stakeholders.","Design and sales collaboration frameworks — create and implement processes that align creative output with revenue targets and market positioning.","Cross-disciplinary product collaborations with external designers, licensors, or technology partners — lead and coordinate to produce differentiated special collections.","Organizational design standards, workflows, and technology infrastructure — define and evolve, including CAD, PLM, and digital presentation platforms.","Market trend forecasting at the industry level — synthesize macro cultural, economic, and consumer signals to guide long-range creative and commercial planning.","Brand design identity and aesthetic standards — author and steward across all product categories, ensuring coherence and competitive differentiation.","Senior leadership and stakeholder audiences — influence and persuade on major design investments, brand pivots, and innovation initiatives at organizational scale."]}}},"sources":{"onet":"v30.2 (CC BY 4.0)","crosswalk":"https://skillscrosswalk.com","generator":"LER.me"},"attribution":"© EBSCOed"}