A variety of career paths and employment opportunities are available for graduates of the Textile Design Undergraduate Program, including a wide range of working conditions. Graduates can work in roles such as fashion designer, interior textile designer, technical textile designer, textile artist. They can also work in product development and design management positions in large retail chains, fashion houses or independent design studios.
Taking a broad view of career opportunities, graduates can also work in companies oriented towards technical textiles, such as industrial textile companies, automotive or furniture sectors. Such positions often require more technical knowledge and expertise and may include tasks such as product design, quality control and material testing. A career in textile technology is also possible; those working in this field may be involved in research and development projects on new textile materials and production techniques.
Working conditions vary according to the preferred career path. Those working in fashion and design studios usually work on projects individually and in teams in a creative and dynamic environment. Working hours in such jobs can be long and flexible depending on the intensity of projects and deadlines. On the other hand, those working in the industrial design or technical textile sectors may have more regular working hours and often a more technical working environment. Safety standards and technical knowledge play a more important role in these fields.
Graduates can also opt for freelance work or set up their own design and production business. This type of career path offers a high degree of freedom and flexibility, but job continuity and income levels can be more uncertain. Freelance textile designers take on additional responsibilities such as expanding their client portfolio and developing marketing and sales strategies.
In general, a variety of career paths are available for graduates of the Bachelor of Textile Design Program and these paths are directly related to their creative abilities and technical knowledge. The success of graduates depends on how well they adapt to the diversity and adaptability within the industry, as well as their personal skills and career goals. This diversity offers graduates the opportunity to choose the most suitable career for them in the world of textiles and fashion.