The fashion and beauty industries hold a wide range of opportunities for those who desire to build a career in the related fields of these markets. If you are currently searching for appealing job prospects, and the world of beauty and fashion is the one that draws your attention first, learning about your potential opportunities will be necessary. So what can you do exactly that will allow you to access the best of the industry? Which are the career options worth considering? The following are a few great examples that might just suit your professional path goals:

 

Fashion merchandiser

A starting point for someone who loves clothes, beauty and everything that has to do with fashion is to become a fashion merchandiser. In this position, you are responsible for attracting buyers’ attention, by focusing on creating fashion settings that suit the principles and style of a specific clothing store. You will be analyzing trends, discussing fabrics, gaining knowledge on clothing quality and many other interesting activities. Although becoming extremely successful in this domain will require a bit of hard work and ambition from your part, you can benefit from a rapid professional growth if you maintain yourself focused, and this career choice can open you many doors, being the foundation of amazing professional progress.

Store manager

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For those who are passionate about fashion, and everything this includes, from accessories to designer clothes, but want to start with a simple job, easier to acquire, becoming the manager of a brand store is a great solution. Whether it’s expensive designer brands, such as Yves Saint Lauren or Gucci, or more budget-friendly franchises, such as Zara or Adidas, you can manage the type of store that appeals to you most and you think will provide you with the fashion knowledge demanded for further professional prospect development. Moreover, if you have been dreaming of owning your own clothing boutique one day, having experience in this position will be extremely useful, allowing you to learn how you can successfully run a business of this type first. This job will also be extremely easy to find, with numerous vacancies opening every day.

Hairstylist

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If your skills are not exactly suitable for a standard fashion career, but the world of beauty still attracts you, one option worth considering is hairstyling. The industry is growing at a fast pace, and although the competition is high, the prospects you have in this department are quite appealing.  With a bit of talent and by following a thorough course, you will manage learning the ins and outs of this profession, and will be able to start working rapidly. Moreover, becoming a hairstylist or barber is an even more viable prospect when you think about the possibility you have of being your own boss and opening your own hair salon. Working and managing a salon at the same time can be extremely profitable and with the appointment scheduling apps and other management tools you now have access to, things have become easier in this department. And if you end you being extremely good in this domain, you can combine the world of beauty with that of fashion, by contracting jobs at fashion events – hairstylists are always needed for a wide range of photo shoots and runway clothing presentations.

Editorial assistant

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If you have always desire to work at a big fashion magazine, why not pursue that dream? Although obtaining a high position at a magazine with a global reach will take time, you can start with a more accessible job offer and that is editorial assistant. Working in fashion publishing can be extremely satisfying and professionally rewarding, and if you are good at what you do, you can climb the ladder of success at a fast pace. Although you might need to partake in a few unpaid internships before actually catching the position, considering what may be in store for you once you do get there, it’s worth the wait and implication. The majority of successful fashion editors have started as assistants, so you can be confident that you will reach your career goals yourself once you make your way in.

Personal shopper/assistant

When you are the type of person who has a keen eye for clothing combinations and you can easily mix and match elements to create fashion forward, trending looks, you can put your abilities to good use and become a personal shopper or shopping assistant. Getting this position at any clothing brand or store will allow you to advise customers on what choices of outfits they should go for. Buyers who ask for your assistance can become your own “dolls” and you will be able to use your creativity and fashion knowledge to help them build their own style, one that suits the latest trends. This is a great starting point for novices because you don’t need a diploma in design or other fashion fields to land this great job.

Social media specialist

From running the social media accounts of a popular clothing brand to being in charge of sharing compelling content online for your favorite fashion magazine, being a social media specialist in the fashion or beauty industry is the type of career that you might end up loving. If you are creative, have the necessary writing skills, and are always up to date regarding fashion news, working in social media advertising is a plausible possibility. Simply inform yourself on what you need to do to land this type of position.

As you can see, if you want to enter a fashion or beauty-related market, your career possibilities are quite extensive ones. With a keen eye towards detail and a passion for art, these are the type of activities that could bring you professional and personal satisfaction, and with a bit of luck and effort, the financial compensations you will be able to access will also not be disappointing ones. Analyze each one of these options, think about your personal preferences and capabilities, and go for one that you know will bring you the fulfillment you have been seeking.  

Cynthia Madison

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