Product, Clothing and Related Designers

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.