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Milliner Assistant Courses

A Milliner Assistant works with milliners to help with the design and production of hats and other headgear. You might be involved in creating fashion hats, work hats or special occasion headgear such as fascinators or bridal headpieces. You’ll collaborate with designers and customers and assist with aspects of the production process such as preparing materials, taking measurements and creating patterns. You might have to make sample pieces or make alterations to finished products.

A Milliner Assistant should be creative and be aware of current and future trends in the industry. You’ll need to be a team player and be able to liaise with designers, customers and production workers. Milliner Assistants need a good eye for detail and should be able to interpret designs and follow instructions.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a Milliner Assistant earn?

In Australia, a full time Milliner Assistant generally earns $960 per week ($49,920 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.

What are the job opportunities for a Milliner Assistant?

There has been stable job growth in the millinery industry in Australia in recent years. The industry employs a small number of people though and there are currently 180 people working as a Milliner or Milliner Assistant. Milliner Assistants will generally find work in larger towns and cities.

Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights

How do I become a Milliner Assistant?

If you’re planning to begin a career as a Milliner Assistant, consider enrolling in a Certificate II in Applied Fashion Design and Technology. This course is a great introduction to the industry and will explore basic design concepts. You may decide to further your study with a Certificate III in Applied Fashion Design and Technology.

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