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Fashion Coordinators


Overview

Fashion Coordinators

Introduction

Fashion coordinators produce fashion shows and other promotional vehicles for companies and designers. Some are responsible for a particular department, for example, men's apparel, while others may oversee the promotion of the entire apparel and accessories line. The majority of coordinators are employed by design firms, retail corporations, and apparel centers. Some fashion coordinators work in the entertainment industry.

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Median Salary

$49,882

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Employment Prospects

Fair

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Minimum Education Level

Bachelor's Degree


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Experience

Several years' experience in general fashion, merchandising, or s
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Skills

Business Management
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Personality Traits

Creative
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Earnings

Salaries vary based on work experience, location, and the size of the company. The average salary for fashion coordinators was $49,882 in 2019, according to PayScale.com. Earnings ranged from $34,000 to $85,000 or more. 

The U.S. Department of Labor does not provide information for fashion coordinators. However, according to industry ex...

Work Environment

Most fashion coordinators work in comfortable, well-lit offices. However, their duties also take them outside of the office. Many times, coordinators must go to different departments or boutiques to choose clothing and accessories for a show from various fashion lines. They often travel to other cities and countries to meet with designers, attend shows, or visit other store locations. Fashion c...

Outlook

The Occupational Outlook Handbook predicts that employment of fashion designers (the job closest to fashion coordinators for which information is provided), will experience little or no employment change through 2028. There will continue to be job opportunities for fashion coordinators, but it's important to remember that this is a small field that is difficult to enter. Some opportuni...