Tailor
6AI EXPOSURE TODAY6
20-YEAR SCENARIO
NOT A FORECAST51%
NOT A FORECAST51%
THE DOOR · ENTRY DIFFICULTY TODAYB
STARTING PAY£22,000 - £27,000
PHYSICAL MOATThe work is hands-on, in the real world. Software alone can't do it.
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Tailor
Tailors are the artisans of fabric, transforming raw materials into exquisite garments that reflect personal style and cultural heritage. In a world increasingly focused on individuality and sustainability, skilled tailors play a vital role in the fashion industry by crafting bespoke pieces that are not only stylish but also tailored to the unique needs of each client.
THE DOOR: ENTRY DIFFICULTY TODAY, graded A (easy) to E (extremely hard). A Careermash rule-of-thumb index built from our AI exposure index and the job's moat class. It is not a forecast and not a count of job openings.
AI EXPOSURE TODAY is a Careermash index from 0 to 100 of how exposed this job's everyday tasks are to AI today. We estimate it by matching published research on how people use AI to this job, usually by keyword or subject area, and we lower it where the work is protected (for example by physical, personal or legal requirements). It is not a direct measurement of how much people in this job use AI.
This job holds up well against AI
AI exposure today is low on our index (6), and the work is hands-on, in the real world. Software alone can't do it. That is about as safe as careers get right now, though it is still worth learning to use the tools well.
Career progression path
1FIRST STEPJunior TailorAs a Junior Tailor, you will assist in the creation and alteration of garments, learning from experienced tailors while developing your skills in measurement, cutting, and sewing.£22,000 - £27,000
2GAINING EXPERIENCEMid-Level TailorIn this role, you will take on more complex projects, manage client relationships, and ensure high-quality craftsmanship in every garment you produce.£30,000 - £38,000
3PEAK CAREERSenior TailorAs a Senior Tailor, you will lead projects, mentor junior staff, and have a significant influence on design choices and client interactions, establishing yourself as a key figure in the tailoring community.£45,000+
There is more than one way in
You do not have to go the university route to get here. There is an apprenticeship route into this career. There is also a vocational route that skips a degree entirely.