Salary Range
Below $25,000 to $100,000+Overview
Costume designers plan, create, and maintain clothing and accessories for all characters in a stage, film, television, dance, or opera production. Designers custom fit each character, and either create a new garment or alter an existing costume. Costume designers may also be known as theatrical designers.
Minimum Education Level
High School DiplomaCertification/License
NoneOutlook
About as Fast as the AveragePersonality Traits
Artistic
Creative
Hands On
Career Ladder
Costume Supervisor
Costume Designer
Design Assistant
Shopper
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