Waking up extra early to put the makeup on, then the outfit for the character and style the wig and put it on. It sounds easy, but it really isn't. Some characters have gear and weapons and so much more.
CAREER
Tailors, Dressmakers, and Custom Sewers
Overview
Salary Median (2020)
$32,640
Projected Job Growth (2019-2029)
-4.3% (decline)
Career
Roadtrip Nation Leaders in This Career
What Tailors, Dressmakers, and Custom Sewers Do
Design, make, alter, repair, or fit garments.
Other Job Titles Tailors, Dressmakers, and Custom Sewers May Have
Alterations Expert, Alterations Sewer, Bridal Designer, Clothing Pattern Designer, Custom Dressmaker, Custom Sewer, Custom Tailor, Dressmaker, Seamstress, Tailor
How Leaders Describe a Typical Day at Work
Tasks & Responsibilities May Include
- Measure parts, such as sleeves or pant legs, and mark or pin-fold alteration lines.
- Remove stitches from garments to be altered, using rippers or razor blades.
- Sew garments, using needles and thread or sewing machines.
- Let out or take in seams in suits and other garments to improve fit.
- Measure customers, using tape measures, and record measurements.
Education
Level of Education Attained by Tailors, Dressmakers, and Custom Sewers
Most common level of education among people in
this career: High school diploma or equivalent (30%)
Less than high school diploma
High school diploma or equivalent
Bachelor's degree
Other*
*All other responses combined for clarity.
Educational Paths Suggested by Leaders
Suggested Path
Bachelor
Fashion/Apparel Design
Additional Skills & Experiences That Can Help You Excel
I think it would be best you can have for cosplay is definitely sewing and art skills. Especially if you make your own cosplays.
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