Fashion Designer, Supervisor at Garmprint Global Concepts Limited

Garmprint is a leading garment production company that specializes in textile finishing, printing, and branding services. We provide high-quality custom designs and branding solutions for various industries, including corporate clients, fashion brands, and businesses of all sizes. Our team is committed to providing exceptional service to our clients while maintaining a reputation for quality and excellence.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Fashion Designer, Supervisor

Location: Apapa, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Role Overview

• As a Fashion Designer, you will play a crucial role in conceptualizing, designing, and creating clothing and accessories that align with current fashion trends and brand aesthetics.
• Your creative vision, attention to detail, and understanding of market trends will contribute to the development of unique and appealing collections that resonate with customers.

Key Responsibilities

Conceptualization and Design:

• Research and analyze fashion trends, cultural influences, and consumer preferences to develop innovative design concepts.
• Create sketches, mood boards, and design prototypes to visualize and communicate your ideas effectively.
• Interpret and execute tech packs correctly with reference to designs/mockup.
• Collaborate with the design team to brainstorm and refine design concepts.

Material Selection:

• Source and select appropriate fabrics, trims, and materials that align with the design vision and garment functionality.
• Maintain a strong understanding of fabric properties, textures, and qualities to ensure optimal material choices.

Pattern Making and Garment Construction:

• Develop accurate patterns for garments based on your design sketches.
• Oversee the construction process to ensure that garments are assembled according to the desired specifications and fit.

Prototype Creation:

• Create sample garments to test design concepts, patterns, and fabric combinations.
• Evaluate and adjust prototypes for fit, comfort, and aesthetics.

Trend Analysis and Market Research:

• Stay updated on industry trends, fashion forecasts, and emerging styles.
• Conduct market research to identify target audiences and their preferences.

Collaboration:

• Work closely with other departments, such as marketing and sales, to align design concepts with brand strategies and customer demands.

• Communicate with suppliers and manufacturers to ensure smooth production processes.

Collection Development:

• Develop seasonal collections with a cohesive theme, color palette, and design narrative.
• Ensure that each collection has a variety of styles to cater to different customer preferences.

Presentation:

• Present design concepts and collections to stakeholders, including senior management and potential buyers.
• Articulate your design ideas, inspirations, and the unique features of each collection.

Qualifications and Skills

• A Degree in Fashion Design or a related field is preferred.
• 3 - 5 years work experience. 
• Strong artistic and creative abilities, with a keen eye for color, shape, and proportion.
• Proficiency in design software such as Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, or similar tools.
• Knowledge of pattern making, garment construction techniques, and sewing.
• Excellent communication skills to convey ideas and collaborate effectively.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Up-to-date knowledge of fashion trends and a passion for staying ahead of the curve.
• Problem-solving skills to address challenges in design, production, and fit.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to quality in all aspects of design and execution.
• As a Fashion Designer supervisor, you will contribute to the dynamic and ever-evolving world of fashion by creating visually appealing and trendsetting clothing and accessories.
• Your ability to blend artistic creativity with technical skills and market understanding will be instrumental in defining and shaping the brand's identity and success.

Application Closing Date
15th September, 2023.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: [email protected] using the Job Title as the subject of the email.