| A | B |
|---|
| Interests | Things one likes or enjoys |
| Aptitudes | Talents or things one is naturally good at doing |
| Work-Study Program or Internship | Provided through an educational program in which a student gets on-the-job training toward a future career |
| Apprenticeship | Training for an occupation under the guidance of a skilled worker |
| Associate Degree | A 2-year degree usually earned from a community college |
| Bachelor Degree | A 4-year degree |
| Market Analyst | Conducts market research to discover future needs |
| Print/Repeat Artist | Creates original textile surface designs, which may include repeat color combinations |
| Motif Artist | Designs an idea for them (A motif) |
| Colorist | Creates color combinations for designs |
| Strike-Off Artist | Arranges prints on fabrics after motifs and colors have been established |
| Fabric Stylist | Serves as the bridge between the creative and business aspects by coordinating fabric design, production, and sales |
| Merchandise Coordinator | Verifies that merchandise is visually presented as effectively as possible |
| Retail Sales Associate | An entry-level employee who sales goods directly to the consumer |
| Retail Buyer | A merchandising professional who purchases goods for the company |
| Fashion Director | A person that creates and coordinates the fashion image and buying program |
| Merchandise Manager | Coordinates the merchandise of several departments within a store- oversees the buyers |
| Operations Manager | Oversees a department- acts as a liasion between the buyer and the sales staff |
| E-Commerce | The buying and selling of goods over the Interne |
| Theatrical Costuming | Creating wardrobes for performals in a stage play, opera, or television show |
