Fashion Designer

Cape Town FULL TIME R20,000 - R30,000 / Month
(R240,000 - R360,000 / Year)

Job Description

As a Fashion Designer at Local Fashion House, you will unleash your creativity to design unique apparel that captivates our customers. You will work in a vibrant environment that fosters artistic expression, collaborating with like-minded individuals to shape the future of fashion.

Responsibilities

  • Design and refine patterns for garments using CAD software.
  • Coordinate with external vendors for fabric sourcing and production.
  • Evaluate market trends to anticipate customer needs and preferences.
  • Maintain communication with production teams throughout the design process.
  • Provide mentorship and guidance to junior design staff.
  • Create presentations for design concepts to be shared with stakeholders.

Requirements

Education
  • Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design or similar field
  • Advanced diploma in Fashion Design is preferred
Experience
  • 5+ years in fashion design, preferably in a retail environment
Technical Skills
  • Trend Analysis
  • Sustainable Design Practices
Soft Skills
  • Teamwork
  • Detail-Oriented
Certifications
  • Sustainable Fashion Certificate
Languages
  • English: Fluent

Advantageous

  • Knowledge of Textile Science: Understanding of different fabrics and their properties.
  • Fashion Marketing Experience: Prior experience in marketing fashion products.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health and wellness benefits
  • Performance bonuses
  • Access to professional development courses
  • Fun, dynamic work environment

Company Culture

  • Sustainability: We are committed to sustainable practices in all our designs.
  • Continuous Learning: We encourage ongoing education and personal growth for our team.
  • Passion for Fashion: Our team shares a genuine passion for fashion and design.
Status: Closed