Job Responsibilities
Create or visualize an idea and produce a design by hand or using computer-aided design (CAD)
Create mood boards to show to clients
Keep up to date with emerging fashion trends as well as general trends relating to fabrics, and shapes
Plan and develop ranges, often based on a theme
Work with others in the design team, such as buyers and forecasters, to develop products to meet a brief
Liaise closely with sales, buying and production teams on an ongoing basis to ensure items suit the customer, market and price points
Understand design from a technical perspective, i.e. producing patterns and technical specifications for designs
Visit trade shows and manufacturers to source, select and buy fabrics, trims, fastenings and embellishments
Adapt existing designs for mass production
Develop a pattern that is cut and sewn into sample garments and supervise the creation of these, including fitting, detailing and adaptations
Oversee production
Negotiate with customers and suppliers
Showcase your designs at fashion and other trade shows
Work with models to try out your designs and also to wear them on the catwalk at fashion shows
Manage marketing, finances and other business activities, if working on a self-employed basis.
Qualifications
A minimum of 2-3 years of experience
Preferred Qualifications:
Previous experience as a creative designer required
Strong sense of creativity and ability to keep up with current trends
Ability to get involved in workplace teamwork.
Proficient with Excel, Outlook, Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop
Proficient in English Preferred
Fashion Design Degree Preferred *Creative Designer"
Multi-faceted, detail-oriented, & highly organized individual
Ability to prioritize, handle multiple tasks and team player
Proficient with Excel, Outlook, Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop
Proactively follow up on pending inquiries from sales teams
Prepare meeting samples and coordinate
Work between designers, sample, production and sales teams
Input sales orders, purchase orders and cut tickets into ERP system
Create tech packs to be sent for costing to suppliers
Lead fitting sessions & give insight on fit improvements
Create fit comments & communicate with vendor
Creativity, innovation and flair
An eye for paint and a feel for fabrics and materials
The ability to generate ideas and concepts, use your initiative and think outside the box
Design and visualisation skills, either by hand or through computer-aided design (CAD)
Technical skills, including pattern cutting and sewing
Garment technology skills and knowledge
A proactive approach
Commercial awareness and business orientation
Self-promotion and confidence
Interpersonal, communication and networking skills
The ability to negotiate and to influence others
Team working skills
Good organisation and time management.