What is a fashion coordinator and how to become one

Key steps to become a fashion coordinator

1. Explore fashion coordinator education requirements

   Most common fashion coordinator degrees

   Bachelor's

   58.6 %

   Associate

   24.2 %

   High School Diploma

   9.0 %

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2. Start to develop specific fashion coordinator skills

   Skills	Percentages
   Photo Shoots	31.69%
   Runway Shows	13.29%
   Photography Shoots	10.73%
   Sales Floor	7.53%
   Market Research	6.87%

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3. Complete relevant fashion coordinator training and internships

   Accountants spend an average of 6-12 months on post-employment, on-the-job training. New fashion coordinators learn the skills and techniques required for their job and employer during this time. The chart below shows how long it takes to gain competency as a fashion coordinator based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data and data from real fashion coordinator resumes.

4. Research fashion coordinator duties and responsibilities

   • Coordinate and manage fittings, full rehearsals, caterer, DJ, entertainment.
   • Manage inventory of jewelry and supplies to ensure availability.
   • Redirect marketing resources to younger audiences via social channels (Instagram, Pinterest and YouTube).
   • Demonstrate jewelry fashion shows in private homes.

5. Prepare your fashion coordinator resume

   When your background is strong enough, you can start writing your fashion coordinator resume.

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6. Apply for fashion coordinator jobs

   Now it's time to start searching for a fashion coordinator job. Consider the tips below for a successful job search:

   1. Browse job boards for relevant postings
   2. Consult your professional network
   3. Reach out to companies you're interested in working for directly
   4. Watch out for job scams