Have to research current fashion trends, forecasting what will be popular with consumers, and take inspiration from the world around you to create fresh and original designs.
Vacancy
2
Job Responsibilities
Create or visualize an idea and produce a design by hand or using computer-aided design (CAD)
Keep up to date with emerging fashion trends as well as general trends relating to fabrics, colors and shapes
Plan and develop ranges, often based on a theme
Work with Merchant 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
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
Employment Status
Full-time
Workplace
Work at office
Educational Requirements
Bachelor in Engineering (BEngg) in Design, Fashion, Technology