Fashion Designers Get Paid: Build Your Fashion Career On Your Own Terms
Arts:Fashion & Beauty
Is freelancing in fashion actually as good as it sounds? From the promises of freedom to the ideas of total flexibility, it can be easy to get swept up in the "dream".
There's a lot of positives when it comes to freelancing, but that doesn't mean that you don't have to put in hard work to achieve your freelancing dreams. In this episode, Kate Knight opens up to share some amazing wins but also gives a realistic perspective of the ups and downs in freelancing. We also talk about pricing which is always a hot topic that I get tons of questions about.
Tune in to find out what the REAL truth about being a freelance fashion designer is like. You won't want to miss a big win that Kate shares at the end because she started charging for something that she used to give away for free.
About Kate:
Kate Knight is a knitwear designer who specializes in creating recycled and sustainable cashmere and cashmere blends. She has previously lived and worked in New York City, London, and the Swiss Alps, but currently resides just outside of Bordeaux, France. Throughout her career, Kate has designed knitwear for well-known brands such as Nordstrom, The White Company, Lands' End, Barney's, and Whistles. She has also taught knitting to individuals across all age groups, including 7-year-olds, PhD students, and industry professionals. Kate is passionate about building connections with factories, yarn agents, brands, fellow freelancers, and designers.
Connect with Kate:
Visit her website: http://www.thecashmeredesigner.com/
Email at: kate@thecashmeredesigner.com
Follow on Instagram @thecashmeredesigner
Connect on Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/in/kate-knight-7a05174/
Resources Mentioned in this Episode:
SFD096 Q&A: How to Become a Fashion freelancer with Heidi & Marissa
197 How to Sell Yourself As A Freelance Fashion Designer (without feeling gross)
Sick of being tied to a desk and want more freedom in your day, snag my free training: How to Freelance in Fashion (even if you're terrified you don't have all the answers) by clicking here.
199: Pros & Cons of Freelancing in Fashion: Is it Worth It?
198 | Q&A: I'm Scared of Rejection
197: How to Sell Yourself As A Freelance Fashion Designer (without feeling gross)
196: How This Freelancer Does Sourcing & Product Development for Factories (and is making bank)
195: Fashion Sourcing Trade Show Tips for Freelancers (Andreu David, VP of Sourcing at Magic)
194: Q&A - How Should A Freelance Patternmaker Set Up An UpWork Profile?
193: How to Be a Freelance Fashion Stylist (for TV and personal styling)
192: How This Freelance Technical Designer Landed Her First Client In One Month
191: Adjust these 5 things on your fashion resume to look "younger" (and avoid ageism)
190 - Q&A: Are You Ready to Quit Your Full-Time Job And Go All In As A Freelance Fashion Designer?
189: How to make your freelance clients happy just by "being available"
188: From Military Pilot to Freelance Fashion Designer. WHAAAT?!
187 Should you leave the fashion industry? Before you quit, consider this...
186 | Q&A: Do freelance fashion designers need to be on Instagram? The answer will surprise you.
185: How to Build A Fashion Design Agency & Launch Your Fashion Brand On The Side
184: How This Freelance Textile Designer Is Charging $75/hr
183 What's more profitable: starting a clothing line or being a freelance fashion designer?
182| Q&A: How Do Freelance Technical Designers Review Protos Remotely?
181 The Secret to Get New Clients on Autopilot for Your Freelance Fashion Design Business
180: How This Pattern Cutter Freelanced for Alexander McQueen (While Still in Fashion School)
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