Designer
  • Deadline - May 2, 2026

Experience

Minimum 1 -2 yrs

Description

The University seeks to engage a Designer in the Clothing Manufacturing Division, Vice-Chancellor s Office

Responsibilities

As a Designer, you will be

  • Research current fashion trends, market demands, and target audience preferences
  • Create original clothing designs, sketches , and concepts that align with the university s vision and target market
  • Select appropriate fabrics, materials, colors, and trims for each design
  • Use computer-aided design (CAD) software or traditional hand-drawing techniques to create detailed technical drawings and specifications
  • Develop patterns and prototypes for garments, either personally or in collaboration with pattern makers and sample sewers
  • Be able to sew
  • Collaborate with the production team to ensure that designs are feasible for mass production, considering factors such as cost, time, and quality
  • Conduct fittings and make necessary adjustments to garments to ensure proper fit and functionality
  • Stay updated on emerging fashion trends, materials, and manufacturing techniques
  • Work closely with manufacturers, suppliers, and vendors to source materials and oversee production processes
  • Communicate and collaborate with other team members, such as merchandisers, marketers, and buyers, to ensure design coherence and brand consistency
  • Participate in design presentations, fashion shows, and other promotional events to showcase the university s collections
  • Maintain organized design portfolios and archives for reference and future inspiration
Qualification
  • At least a National Diploma (ND) in Clothing, Fashion Design or Textile Technology Design or relevant qualification
  • Five (5) Ordinary level passes including English Language
  • Minimum of two (2) year of experience in the clothing and textiles industry
  • Ability to interpret trends and design products with commercial value
  • Proficiency in Computer Aided Design (CAD) software for fashion design
Overview
  • Title

    Designer

  • Experience

    1 -2 yrs

  • Qualification

    Diploma

  • Date Posted

    3 months ago

Gwanda State University

Excellence through Esprit De Corps

  • Landline

    08688009154

  • Whatsapp

    0781 924 111

  • Email

    human.resources@gsu.ac.zw

  • Website

    www.gsu.ac.zw

  • Location

    Epoch Mine , Filabusi