Junior Designer Imports

Junior Designer - Imports CMTLocation: Durban - KwaZulu NatalAbout the Role:Our client, a leading supplier to large retailers, is looking for a Junior Designer to join their team. The ideal start would be immediate, but a one-month notice period will be workable.Responsibilities:Trend research for merchandisers buying tripPhotographing & numbering of overseas samples onto swiftAt least 1-2 years experience in a Junior Design positionMust be able to use Photoshop and Illustrator efficientlyNeed to be able to CAD, prepare & send all swatches, samples, and all references needed for the factory to execute the style in briefingCAD, create & load buyer briefs onto swiftBrief the factories over emailBrief additional packaging and information pertaining to each styleUpdating packaging booklets every seasonSend a copy of the original brief with original sample (if needed) along with colour swatches for lab dipping to supplierWeekly CAD overview updates by style/program/customerChecking of factory samples & lab dips against the brief (Merchandiser to be shown)Communication between customer & supplier on design/brief/colour/artworkReturning & monitoring of overseas samples not used by customersFiling of overseas samples/showing samples/meeting samplesPrepare copies of updated customer CAD overviews for each customer to accompany customer production delivery reports (From Coordinator) each copy spiral bound together with header pageRails cleaned at the end of every season (i.e.: fit samples, duplicate samples, old rail samples - team effort)Everyone is responsible for always keeping their area tidyCAD overview to be emailed to factories confirming they have received all the briefsMust have strong admin skillsMust be eager to learn from a senior designerAble to follow instructions and a brief wellAble to multitask and work under pressureGrowth Opportunities:There is a lot of room for growth if the person shows initiative and eagerness to learn.Application Instructions:Please DO NOT apply if you do not meet these requirements. Only suitable applicants will receive a response.Apply for this Job
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