Roles and missions of the Model Maker
The roles and missions of the Model Maker are varied and complex. He may be responsible for one or more products or a full range. It must research trends and designs for products that meet consumer needs. It must also ensure that the products comply with quality standards and safety requirements. In addition, they must be able to work with teams and different departments to create winning products. Here are the main responsibilities and missions of a Model Maker:
Define trends and designs for products: The Modeller must research and analyze trends for products that meet the needs of consumers. It must also develop new product ideas and innovative designs.
Product Plans: The Model Maker must be able to create and maintain product plans for each line. It must take into account the quality, safety and standards of each product.
Work with teams and departments: The Model Maker must be able to work with teams and departments such as marketing, research and development, engineering and manufacturing. It must also ensure that products are designed and manufactured in a manner that meets quality and safety objectives.
Create product prototypes: The Model Maker must be able to create product prototypes at an early stage, so that products can be tested and validated before they go into production.
Analyze data and reports: The Model Maker must be able to analyze the data and reports received in order to make the right decisions for the products.
Salary and career development of the Model Maker
The salary of a Model Maker can vary considerably depending on his experience, his qualification and the sector in which he works. Here is an overview of the annual gross salary changes in France for a Model Maker:
0 to 2 years: between 25,000 and 30,000 gross
2 to 5 years: between 30,000 and 35,000 gross
5 to 10 years: between 40,000 and 45,000 gross
10 to 15 years: between 45,000 and 50,000 euros gross
Over 15 years: between 50,000 and 55,000 gross euros.
A Model Maker with experience in the fashion industry can continue his career by being hired as:
Mode advisor
Ready-to-wear shop facilitator
Fashion designer
Artistic director
