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Read, FIT"S CAREER SPOTLIGHT'S ARTICLE, "Your Future in Fashion - How to Get Your Foot in the Door".

Your Future in Fashion - How to Get Your Foot in the Door

Did you know that the fashion industry generates $20 billion a year in revenue and is New York City's largest manufacturing industry? The fashion industry is a fast-paced, increasingly complex world of creativity, design, business, and technology that many people find fascinating and alluring. Fashion is hot and cool, and as a growth industry, it is certain to provide many future career opportunities. If you are contemplating pursuing a career in fashion, it is beneficial to follow industry trends by reading books and fashion magazines, visiting museums, exploring fashion-related web sites, and watching television to observe advertising. It is critical to understand the world around you and to be aware of cultural, economic, and political events, which all have an impact on the fashion industry. The payoff for a fashion career can be glamour and excitement, but it can be a long hard road. Most people in the industry start at the bottom and pay their dues, and there are no guarantees of fame and fortune. It is a very competitive and demanding industry, and many careers in fashion can have long and tedious work hours. In order to be successful, you must have a passion for fashion-a real burning desire to work in the industry. For many successful people in this business, fashion is their life-they live it, breathe it, and think it constantly. This industry values work experience and education, so try to get as much experience as possible in some area of the industry while you are in school. In fashion, it is often said that "what you know and who you know" can provide you with a golden career opportunity. If you know people in the industry, try to nurture and build relationships with them. Often, they will know other people in the industry and will recommend you for a job. This is known as networking. Statistics indicate that nearly seventy-five percent of all jobs are obtained through word-of-mouth and personal connections. Many seasoned professionals claim that networking is often the key to landing that special job. Working at a flea market or as a sales associate for a retail store is a good way to get some initial experience. If you cannot obtain a position that pays, volunteering your time or doing an internship with a company that you would like to work for is another avenue to get your foot in the door. Often part-time jobs or internships can lead to permanent job opportunities. When we think of the word "fashion" we usually imagine designing apparel and watching runway shows with super models. However, nearly every part of our lives is touched by the world of fashion, from photography to music to interior design. Fashion careers exist in the areas of art and design, as well as in business and technology. Opportunities in industry include the researching of raw materials and production of fabrics and notions, and the design and manufacturing of textiles and finished garments. The fashion world also includes the sale of merchandise to retailers who then sell to consumers; and equally as important, the marketing, promoting and advertising of products via magazines, newspapers, television, fashion runway shows, web sites, trade organizations, and forecasting services. So, follow your dream. Speak with as many people in industry as possible and be prepared to work hard. Most importantly, be realistic and don't be discouraged. If you are passionate and love what you do, anything is possible!

 

FIT"s web site at http://www.fitnyc.edu/.

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