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ADVANCED VOCATIONAL TRAINING CERTIFICATE

CUSTOM-MADE CLOTHING

The Advanced Vocational Training Certificate (CFGS) in Bespoke and Show Costumes at ESDI will train you to master artisanal and theatrical costume making. Through hands-on learning, you will learn to create unique pieces for fashion projects, as well as artistic and performance projects.

KEY INFORMATION

Curriculum

The Advanced Vocational Training Certificate in Bespoke and Show Costume Design has a total duration of 2,000 hours, which includes both training at the educational center and at the company where the curricular work placements take place. These hours are distributed across 14 modules and their corresponding training units, to be completed over two academic years.

  • CUSTOM CLOTHING RESOURCE MANAGEMENT

    It covers planning, procurement, and budgeting for costume and performance projects

  • FASHION AND CLOTHING TRENDS

    It analyzes the evolution of clothing and fashion trends applied to costumes and set design

  • TEXTILE MATERIALS, CLOTHING AND LEATHER

    It studies the properties, treatments and applications of the main textile materials, hides and leathers

  • CUSTOM CLOTHING MODELING AND PATTERN MAKING TECHNIQUES

    Training in the creation of measurement charts, basic patterns, and modeling on a mannequin

  • SHOW COSTUMES

    Develops the design, manufacture and transformation of pieces for stage projects

  • CLASSIC TAILORING

    Delve into traditional tailoring techniques, pattern making, sewing, and finishing

  • CUSTOM CLOTHING DESIGN

    It teaches how to interpret trends and create technical designs and sketches applied to clothing

  • CUSTOM CLOTHING MANUFACTURING

    Applies cutting, joining, fitting and finishing techniques to custom-made garments

  • PROFESSIONAL ENGLISH

    Develop oral and written communication skills in English applied to the field of design and tailoring

  • DIGITALIZATION APPLIED TO PRODUCTIVE SECTORS

    It introduces digital tools, cloud computing, and artificial intelligence into production and design processes

Company Internships

Students from previous editions of the program have completed curricular (mandatory) and extracurricular internships in theater and musical theater production companies, opera companies, bridal firms, ateliers, fashion brands, sportswear and stage projects, such as:

 

Career Opportunities

With the CFGS in Tailored and Show Costumes you will be qualified to work in the following areas:

  • Dressmaker

  • Bespoke tailor

  • Costume designer for shows

  • Costume designer for film, theater and dance

  • Clothing model-patterner

  • Assistant to a television and advertising costume designer

Who Is It Aimed at?

CYCLE OBJECTIVES

This program is meant for individuals interested in dressmaking, tailoring, and design applied to stage projects. If you enjoy working with your hands, paying attention to detail, and want to learn both classic and contemporary techniques, this training will give you the tools to turn that passion into your profession.

It’s also ideal for those seeking employment in high-demand creative sectors, such as costume design for theater, film, television, or bespoke fashion. If you’re motivated by technical precision and artistic expression, you’ll find the perfect balance in this program.

CYCLE OBJECTIVES

  • Master pattern making, modeling and tailoring techniques.

  • Develop costume projects for shows, taking into account artistic and technical criteria.

  • Apply classic tailoring processes and artisanal dressmaking.

  • Interpret fashion trends and applying them to clothing design.

  • Select and work with textile materials, leather and other innovative supports.

  • Integrate sustainability and digitalization criteria into production processes.

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