Fashion Coordinators

Employers

Fashion coordinators are employed by retail corporations, fashion companies, and apparel centers. The fashion capitals of New York City, Miami, and Los Angeles in the United States; Milan, Italy; and London, England, of course, will have plenty of employment opportunities, but those who want to enter this business should be ready to face fierce competition. The fashion industry is very tight-knit, and industry contacts are often the best source of jobs. Employment can be found in other areas of the United States, especially large metropolitan areas.

Starting Out

The job of fashion coordinator is not an entry-level position. While being a fashion coordinator may sound like fun, it's a top-level position that is difficult to reach because many people starting out in the field want to be fashion coordinators. Frequently, however, they don't realize what training and dedication are needed for this job.

A common career path to take would be to begin as a stylist—a person who puts together a particular look for other people through choices in clothing, hair, makeup, and accessories. Some successful fashion coordinators have also climbed the corporate ladder working as assistants to coordinators, fashion directors, or fashion designers. Paying your dues in a lower level position is important, since many companies like to promote from within the department.