- Research trends: Analyze fashion trends, consumer preferences, and market dynamics
- Develop designs: Create sketches and prototypes by hand or using design software
- Select materials: Choose fabrics, trims, and colors for designs
- Oversee production: Monitor the production process and work with manufacturers, suppliers, and retailers
- Collaborate with teams: Work with designers, marketers, technical designers, patternmakers, sample makers, and manufacturers
- Management: Leadership,communication and decision - making skills. Monitor project progress and resolve issues related to production or design