Product, Clothing and Related Designers

Dundee and Angus College

Dundee, Scotland, GB

5d ago

Core Tasks

Observes and manages intellectual property issues.

Specifies materials, production method and finish for aesthetic or functional effect, and oversees production of sample and / or finished product.

Submits design to management, sales department or client for approval, communicates design rationale and makes any necessary alterations.

Prepares sketches, designs, mock-ups and storyboards for consideration by theatre / film director or client.

Prepares sketches, designs, patterns or prototypes for textiles, clothing, footwear, jewellery, fashion accessories, set props, wigs, ceramics, plastics, motor vehicles, domestic appliances and engineering products.

Undertakes research to determine market trends, production requirements, availability of resources and formulates design concepts.

Liaises with client to determine the purpose, cost, technical specification and potential uses / users of product.

Skills

Active Learning : Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.

Monitoring : Monitoring / Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.

Critical Thinking : Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.

Mathematics : Using mathematics to solve problems.

Learning Strategies : Selecting and using training / instructional methods and procedures appropriate for the situation when learning or teaching new things.

Speaking : Talking to others to convey information effectively.

Reading Comprehension : Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.

Active Listening : Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.

Writing : Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.

Science : Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.

Knowledge

Design : Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.

Customer and Personal Service : Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.

Mathematics : Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.

Engineering and Technology : Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services.

Administration and Management : Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modelling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources.

Clerical : Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files and records, stenography and transcription, designing forms, and other office procedures and terminology.

Sales and Marketing : Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products or services. This includes marketing strategy and tactics, product demonstration, sales techniques, and sales control systems.

Computers and Electronics : Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.

English Language : Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.

Mechanical : Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.

Production and Processing : Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.

Building and Construction : Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or repair of houses, buildings, or other structures such as highways and roads.

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