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Artwork for Fashion Designers Get Paid: Build Your Fashion Career On Your Own Terms

Fashion Designers Get Paid: Build Your Fashion Career On Your Own Terms

Sew Heidi
Freelancing
Freelancing In Fashion
Fashion Industry
Fashion Design
Sustainability In Fashion
Fashion
Magic Trade Show
Sourcing Trade Shows
Procrastination
Rejection
Consistency In Income
Referrals
Networking
Work-Life Balance
Intimate Apparel
Fashion Styling
Modest Women's Wear
Upwork
Entrepreneurship
Freelance Fashion Design

This is a show for burnt-out fashion designers (and TDs, PDs, patternmakers, textile designer and beyond) who want more flexibility in their career while still doing work they love. You'll learn how to build a freelance fashion business, so you can do the work you love on your own terms. Freelancing in fashion is the only way to get freedom in your day (instead of being tied to a desk). Whether yo... more

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Artwork for Fashion Designers Get Paid: Build Your Fashion Career On Your Own Terms

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Imagine being so booked out as a freelancer that you can’t take on a single new client—so you start building a team. That’s where Louise Ryan found herself. In this episode, she shares how she went from solo footwear designer to scaling toward a full... more

In Part 1, Caroline quit her underpaid factory job to run her freelance biz full-time. But what happened next? This episode is where it *really* gets juicy. Caroline opens up about the exact moment she raised her rate to $65/hour—and how terrifying i... more

If you’ve ever wondered *how the heck someone actually quits their job to freelance full-time*—this episode is it. Caroline Kuhlman went from working in a sewing factory, filled with doubt about her skills, to running her own thriving freelance fashi... more

In Part 2, we pick up right where we left off—and go deep into the proposal process that helped Jade book aligned, high-paying clients without chasing or convincing. From discovery calls to saying no, you’ll hear exactly how she built a business mode... more

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Caroline Kuhlman
Freelance sample maker who transitioned from a factory job to full-time freelancing.
Episode: 267: From $14/hour to $65/hour as a Freelance Sample Maker (Even Though She Was Scared AF to Charge More)
Amanda Cabania
Freelance apparel product developer specializing in women's wovens and activewear
Episode: 263: How Amanda Landed a $9K Freelance Fashion Project Without a Website
Martha Fogarty
Freelance fashion designer specializing in launching women's wear brands.
Episode: 262: From Permalance to Premium: How Niching Down Landed Martha 5-Figure Freelance Projects
Jacqueline Schuman
A freelance fashion designer sharing her experiences and lessons learned from a big project.
Episode: 261: The Big Mistake She Made on a $10K Project (and How She’s Fixing It ) (Part 2)
Max Guemto
A freelance fashion designer and recent graduate in textile and clothing technology
Episode: 259: Why Max Said Yes to a “Cheap” Project—and Doesn’t Regret It
Philippa Cooper
Freelance fashion designer and parent managing work and family life.
Episode: 258: How This Mom Built a Freelance Business With a Toddler at Home
Sara Bleske
Surface and textile designer
Episode: 255: From Laid Off to $75/Hour: How This Textile Designer Booked Her First Client Without a Portfolio
Danielle Steman
Former engineer turned freelance fashion designer specializing in Made to Measure and latex patterns
Episode: 254: How This Ex-Engineer Used a Super Specific Niche to Land $4K in Clients (With Zero Reviews)
Jolleen Gabriel
Freelance fashion designer who transformed her business strategy to achieve success
Episode: 251: From $18/Day to $10K in Projects: Jolleen's Instagram Strategy for Freelance Success

Host

Heidi Herrman
Host of the podcast, a successful fashion freelancer with extensive experience in the industry and a passion for empowering others to build their own freelance careers.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 504 ratings
  • Game Changer!

    This podcast was the first step on a life changing journey into freelancing. Heidi’s enthusiastic spirit and solid guidance have helped me, and so many others, to create a career I absolutely love. Thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SarahWatt
    United States8 months ago
  • Part of my Routine

    This one’s in my earbuds every week 🎧 I can always count on Heidi to tell it like it is and give realistic insights on freelancing in fashion. I can’t stand over-produced/fake podcasts so this one is fantastic. A genuine conversation!💃

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Schumann woman
    United States8 months ago
  • Love it!! Amazing podcast to listen to if you’re a freelancer in fashion

    Such a great listen if you’re freelancing in fashion - especially if you’re new to it. I’ve found it really relatable, and I love hearing real success stories from other freelancers. It’s super motivating and full of helpful, honest advice!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jodi-Ann F
    United Kingdom8 months ago
  • Informative and Enjoyable ⭐️

    I thoroughly enjoy Heidi’s podcast and take so much value from it. She covers a great deal of topics that as a freelancer you come up against daily.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sarah K Creative
    United Kingdom8 months ago
  • The best resource for freelance designers

    I’ve been following Heidi’s podcast for a while, and started close to the beginning of my own journey into becoming a freelancer. Her encouraging words and extremely relatable topics have been exactly the motivation I needed every week to keep going and understand all the nuances of working as a freelancer in this industry. There’s no other podcast like this one out there and it’s an ABSOLUTE must listen for anyone working in fashion. Just amazing!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    avantib
    Belgium8 months ago

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The podcast is seen as a valuable resource for those wanting to transition to freelancing in fashion, with many emphasizing the relatability of guest stories.
Listeners find the content motivating and informative, praising the actionable advice provided by the host.
Some listeners appreciate the down-to-earth approach to discussing freelancing challenges, while others would prefer less interruption during interviews.
Overall, there is a strong sentiment of gratitude towards the host for providing insights that help ease the shift from traditional employment to freelancing.

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268: Solo to Scaling: How This Booked Out Footwear Freelancer Is Building an Agency
Q: Is your goal to get more work and take on more clients?
The goal is to become the go-to agency for footwear, which might require lowering personal revenue to invest in team development.
268: Solo to Scaling: How This Booked Out Footwear Freelancer Is Building an Agency
Q: What have you done strategically to land those premium clients?
Louise improved her visibility and tailored her marketing efforts, creating content for LinkedIn and engaging with industry leaders.
266: From Self-Doubt and a Factory Job to Freelance Biz Owner: Caroline’s One-Year Transformation
Q: How did you balance talking about your freelance work while working full time?
I struggled with how to navigate LinkedIn and worried about whether my freelancing would be accepted by colleagues at GALS. I eventually became more confident after updating my profile and engaging on the platform.
265: The Proposal Strategy That Helped This Mom Close High-Ticket Clients (Part 2)
Q: How are you juggling work with a newborn?
Jade shares her strategies of working late or early when the baby sleeps, utilizing family help, and organizing her work schedule around her husband's meetings.
265: The Proposal Strategy That Helped This Mom Close High-Ticket Clients (Part 2)
Q: What does your proposal look like?
Jade explains her proposal includes client goals, a tailored mini portfolio, and ensures that she's invested in the project before presenting the proposal.

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This podcast caters to fashion professionals seeking to transition from traditional roles to freelancing, emphasizing the freedom and flexibility that comes with building a freelance fashion business. Through actionable advice, interviews, and insights from experienced freelancers, it empowers listeners to design their careers on their terms, whether it's enhancing income streams, launching a personal brand, or simply gaining more control over their work-life balance. Unique features include candid discussions about personal journeys, the intricacies of freelancing in fashion, and practical strategies for overcoming common challenges faced by industry professionals.

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Recent guests on this podcast include:

1. Caroline Kuhlman
2. Amanda Cabania
3. Martha Fogarty
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5. Max Guemto
6. Philippa Cooper
7. Sara Bleske
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