NYSD Events
Upcoming Events
Live Webinar: How to Build a High Value Career in Fashion as a Technical Designer
Date: May 20th, 2026 (Wednesday)
Time: 1pm – 2pm est
FREE webinar with NYSD instructor and MFA-trained technical designer, Anna Alvarez. Conversation, Q&A, and details on enrollment at NYSD.
People may think fashion design is only about drawing and sketches. But the real unsung hero of the industry is the Technical Designer: the experts who turn a creative idea into a real, wearable garment. With such trained skills, these designers are often the highest-paid members of their team.
Join New York School of Design and Anna Alvarez, MFA, for a live webinar on Wednesday, May 20th at 1pm EST. We’ll show you how to move from “just a hobbyist” to a professional technical designer.
What we will cover:
- The Future of Work: How digital tools are replacing old-school paper patterns and changing the way we design
- The Paycheck: A look at the high demand for technical skills and what you can expect to earn in today’s market
- Your Path Forward: A simple guide to our 720-hour Professional Program and how you can get started at NYSD
Summer 2026 Fashion Design Open House
Date: May 29th, 2026 (Friday)
Time: 1pm – 2pm est
Explore Summer 2026 enrollment at New York School of Design at our virtual open house. Learn about programs, admissions, and how to apply.
Welcome to New York School of Design, located in the heart of New York City’s iconic Garment District.
At NYSD, we provide a dynamic training environment that nurtures the growth of your passion and aspirations in the field of fashion design. NYSD proudly stands as a leading destination for immersive and practical education, offering fast-track fashion design programs to students from various backgrounds and nationalities.

