What is a pattern designer and how to become one

Key steps to become a pattern designer

1. Explore pattern designer education requirements

   Most common pattern designer degrees

   Bachelor's

   59.7 %

   Associate

   25.0 %

   Master's

   6.9 %

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2. Start to develop specific pattern designer skills

   Skills	Percentages
   Textile	40.52%
   Pattern Design	29.69%
   Adobe Photoshop	15.70%
   Photography	14.09%

3. Complete relevant pattern designer training and internships

   Accountants spend an average of 1-3 months on post-employment, on-the-job training. New pattern designers 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 pattern designer based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data and data from real pattern designer resumes.

4. Research pattern designer duties and responsibilities

   • Develop marketing and brand awareness initiatives through social media outlets; create and manage company Facebook and Houzz profiles.
   • Recommend product design options for both team sports and basic activewear items.
   • Create patterns, sketches and technical drawings for textile & home decor collections.
   • Create conceptual designs for capsule collections for emerging designers ranging from luxury women s contemporary to men s activewear.

5. Apply for pattern designer jobs

   Now it's time to start searching for a pattern designer 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