Junior Sportswear Designer – Cape Town New Year Opportunity!Location: capetown Level: Junior Salary: Negotiable Posted: December 12, 2024 Ref: #6285DescriptionA leading Sportswear Distributor, committed to delivering high quality Sportswear Apparel has an opportunity in their Design Team for a talented, highly motivated Designer who has the ability to create functional, leading Sportswear Apparel that is aligned with market trends and meets the end consumer's needs. Should be passionate about technical apparel, have good organisational skills, work well collaboratively within a team, be detail-oriented and deadline driven. As a Junior Designer, you'll play a crucial role in developing design concepts that align with the brand's vision and end consumer's needs.ResponsibilitiesResearch and analyse trends in sporting apparel in terms of styling, fabric and technology innovation and colour.Create innovative, functional designs, mood boards, colour palette and design direction for seasonal ranges.Develop detailed spec packs and update them throughout the development process.Drive the product development lifecycle adhering to quality standards, fit and costing framework.Fabric and trims sourcing.Cross collaboration with the Product Development Team and Production Team to ensure timely delivery of collections.Maintain a close working relationship with key retail partners and suppliers to achieve business strategy.Weekly manufacturing facility visits.RequirementsQualifications: Relevant Design qualification.Experience: 0 – 3 years relevant Design experience.Additional: • A passion for Sportswear.• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Microsoft packages.• Technical expertise (knowledge of fabrics, construction techniques and performance features).• Problem solving.• Deadline driven.• Passion for sports and understanding of performance fabrics.• Team player and eagerness to learn.Position located in Cape Town. Forward your CV to Gabi Traut at ****** should you have the required experience or call her on 083 274 5193. Visit our website www.trautpersonnel.co.za for all our positions.Interesting linksHere are some interesting links for you! Enjoy your stay :)
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