CAD Artist

Talented Recruitment Specialist; Durban; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 450 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fashion recruitment firm in Durban is looking for a CAD Designer to create CAD drawings for lingerie and clothing products. The ideal candidate will have a relevant qualification in Fashion Design or CAD Design and experience in Adobe Illustrator. Responsibilities include working closely with Merchandisers and Quality Assurance, managing garment photos, and staying updated on fashion trends. This role is crucial for ensuring product quality and design, with a focus on detail and deadlines.

Qualifications

• Relevant qualification in Fashion Design, Textile Technology, or CAD Design.
• Experience in Adobe Illustrator is essential.
• Understanding of garment construction required.

Responsibilities

• Create CAD drawings for lingerie and other clothing products.
• Produce clear specification CADs for Quality Assurance.
• Work closely with Merchandisers and QAs.
• Manage photos of garments and update packaging booklets.

Skills

Adobe Illustrator

Fashion Design

Textile Technology

Trend analysis

Attention to detail

Education

Relevant Qualification in Fashion Design, Textile Technology, or CAD Design

Job description

Duties

• Create CAD drawings for lingerie and other clothing products
• Produce clear specification CADs for Quality Assurance
• Work closely with Merchandisers and QAs
• Tech Pack creation.
• Take photos of garments and manage the photos
• Updating packaging booklets
• Research trends online and in-store to help develop new products
• Trend research for Merchandisers buying trips
• Assist with buyers briefing with the Merchandiser
• Checking of factory samples and lab dips against the brief

Requirements

• Relevant Qualification in Fashion Design, Textile Technology, or CAD Design.
• Experience in Adobe Illustrator.
• Understanding of garment construction
• Trend follower
• Detail-oriented and able to meet deadlines.