Fashion Coordinator

DutiesProperly coordinate advertising as well marketing activities

Attend runway or fashion shows to acquire new fashion ideas

Visit major manufacturers and merchandise markets to get new information on the latest fashion trends

Regularly monitor fashion publications and set meetings with designers to keep up with the changing trend

Create effective marketing plans and advertising strategies

Coordinate with salespeople, designers and manufacturers

Select garments and accessories that will be used for promotional marketing

Organize photo shoots, magazine events, and fashion shows

Share fashion insights and analysis with buyers to help them choose the appropriate inventory purchases

Requires to travel in state or overseas

EducationAssociates Degree in Fashion Design

Can have a BA in fashion marketing, fashion management, fashion design and fashion merchandising.

A minor in a business-related field strengthens a fashion coordinator's background.

Should have courses in fashion history, fashion concepts, business, communications, design and forecasting.

College internships and related experience are recommended

AbilitiesEnjoys artistic and creative activities

Great organization skills

Great communication and negotiation skills

Active listening

Critical thinking

Social perceptiveness

Judgment and decision making

Time management

Management of financial resources

Simple math

Salary Entry Level $40,000 and

$60,000

Experience Pay $40,000 and $100,000

Top Level Pay $100,000 or more

Location & AvailabilityCalifornia, Texas, Florida: The Art Institute, International Academy of Design and Technology

Academy of Art University -San Francisco

International University of Art and Design - Miami

This job has so many openings since it deals with business, marketing, and advertisement.

You can choose to work for a clothing line or magazine and be a freelance agent