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Job descriptionFashion stylists work for individuals, fashion houses andclothing brands. Their main responsibilities includeproviding fashion advice; choosing and co-ordinatingoutfits for models in photo shoots or actors in televisionand film; and choosing props and accessories andpreparing them for shoots.

Work activities

• Keeping up to date with current and changing trends infashion and design.

• Advising clients on fashion styling for visuals.• Selecting the most appropriate pieces from collections

and ranges for the shoot.• Purchasing props for shoots.• Supervising photo shoots.

Work conditions

Travel: travel to various locations for meetings and photoshoots is integral to the job; international travel is usuallya feature.

Working hours: are typically long and irregular.

Location: Many stylists are based in Dublin and Belfast,and are required to travel.

Entry requirements and trainingRelevant degree subjects are fashion merchandising,styling and designing. Institutes such as the NationalCollege of Art and Design in offer a variety of appropriatecourses. The fashion industry is extremely competitive,making relevant experience essential for getting ahead.

Fashion stylist

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