Communication and co-ordination skills
Fashion/ Sample Coordinators must be able to demonstrate good communication and co-ordination skills in fashion sample making.
Fashion/ Sample Coordinators
Descriptions & Duties
- Fashion/ Sample Coordinators co-ordinate sample production, interpret fashion designers' sketches and buyers' requirements, devise sample making standards and recommend the machinery and attachments to be used. They are also responsible for liaising with other departments for patterns, raw materials and accessories for the production of new samples.
Generic Competencies
Physical Abilities
Physical abilities
- Physical strength
- Eye hand coordination / precision / dexterity
Importance:2 (Max:5)
Skill is occasionally required
Technology Skills
Technology skills
- Computer literacy
- Application of technology
Importance:3 (Max:5)
Skill is basically required
Cognitive Abilities
Cognitive abilities
- Creativity
- Visualisation
- Logical thinking
Importance:3 (Max:5)
Skill is basically required
Comprehension And Expression
Comprehension and expression skills
- Reading comprehension
- Oral / written expression
Importance:3 (Max:5)
Skill is basically required
Social Skills
Social skills
- Communication
- Negotiation
- Persuasion
Importance:3 (Max:5)
Skill is basically required
Organisation And Execution Skills
Organisation and execution skills
- Planning
- Organising
- Judgement
- Decision making
Importance:3 (Max:5)
Skill is basically required
Problem Solving Skills
Problem solving skills
- Ability to solve simple and complex problems effectively and efficiently
Importance:4 (Max:5)
Skill is frequently required
Management Skills
Management skills
- Leadership
- Management of finance / time / people / other resources
Importance:1 (Max:5)
Skill is rarely required
Trade Specific Competencies
Multi-tasking skills
Fashion/ Sample Coordinators must be able to prioritise and handle multi-tasks.
General Requirements
Academic qualification
- normally have a higher diploma or a bachelor's degree in related field, such as fashion design or fashion image design
Experience
- usually have some work experiences in related occupation
Career Path & Salary
Private Sector
Monthly Salary $15,000-$20,000
Monthly Salary $20,000-$25,000
Monthly Salary $25,000-$30,000
Related Education & Training
Degree or above
Higher Diploma
Professional Diploma/ Certificate
Work Environment
- Fashion/ Sample Coordinators sometimes work overtime to monitor the project's progress, or to ensure deadlines are met.
Tools
- Computers with visual aided and drawing software
- Photocopiers
