Researching current fashion trends and determining what consumers will like Collaborating with the design team to develop ideas for new products based on research data Designing sketches for new products with a design team Creating clothing patterns for mass production Testing and deciding on fabrics, colors, patterns and textures for each design Overseeing the production of designs, including carrying out fittings, determining prices and managing marketing Maintaining relationships with vendors, suppliers and models Communicating technical design information for customer samples Working with team members to design clothes for upcoming seasons Selecting fabrics and trims Creating tech packs with detailed specifications Developing CAD sketches to present to stakeholders Overseeing the prototype sample process Working with the design team to create mood boards Creating cost sheets and product lists