Fashion Technologist

Applies technical knowledge to garment construction, fit, materials, quality and production processes to ensure clothing can be manufactured correctly. Explore current demand, important skills and estimated junior, mid-level and senior salaries, plus 1 linked programme across 1 university. Enter your subjects and marks to discover which linked programmes you may qualify for.

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Career overview

What does a Fashion Technologist do?

Applies technical knowledge to garment construction, fit, materials, quality and production processes to ensure clothing can be manufactured correctly.

Demand level: Medium

Earning potential

Estimated annual salaries

JuniorR280 000 p.a.Mid-levelR450 000 p.a.SeniorR650 000 p.a.

Salary figures are estimates and may vary by employer, experience, qualifications, location and economic conditions.

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Skills linked to this career

Garment technology · EssentialPattern and fit analysis · EssentialQuality control · EssentialProduction coordination · ImportantTextile knowledge · Important
Study routes

Programmes linked to this career

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FASHION PRODUCTION — University of Johannesburg

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What does a Fashion Technologist do?

Applies technical knowledge to garment construction, fit, materials, quality and production processes to ensure clothing can be manufactured correctly.

What skills are important for this career?

Important skills include Garment technology, Pattern and fit analysis, Quality control, Production coordination, Textile knowledge.

What salary can I expect?

VX provides junior, mid-level and senior annual salary estimates. Actual earnings vary by employer, experience, qualifications, location and economic conditions.

Which programmes can lead to this career?

1 linked programme is currently available in the VX database. Use Course Match to see which ones fit your subjects and marks.