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Fashion Designer - Pattern Maker
Create precise fashion patterns from design sketches, ensuring accuracy and consistency using CAD software and pattern grading tools.
35 000 – 90 000 USD ($)
Average salary / year
Bachelor's degree
Education level
00
Automation level
Medium
Difficulty
Stable
Employability
2-4 years
Market tension
Medium
Intl. mobility
Rare
Automation level
Medium
Difficulty
Stable
Employability
2-4 years
Market tension
Medium
Intl. mobility
Rare
Compensation
GROSS ANNUAL SALARY
Junior
0–2 years of experience
35 000 – 45 000 USD/ year
Mid-level
3–5 years of experience
46 000 – 65 000 USD/ year
Senior
5+ years of experience
66 000 – 90 000 USD/ year
Indicative amounts: they vary by region, employer, skills and experience.
Entering the profession — United States
Entry is often through internships or apprenticeships.
- Experience in sewing and garment making can facilitate access.
- Transition from related fields is possible with additional training.
Training — United States
Fashion designers and pattern makers generally complete a bachelor's degree in fashion design or related fields.
- Training includes garment construction, pattern drafting, and textile science.
- Practical experience through internships is highly valued.
The job market — United States
The fashion industry offers opportunities mainly in urban centers with established brands and manufacturers.
Demand is steady but competitive, with growth linked to fashion cycles and consumer trends.
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