Job Description
An exciting and challenging new opportunity has become available at Dunns Support office.We are currently looking for a Design (Textile & Graphic) Graduate to join our team for a 12-month fixed-term contract.
Our team is looking for a confident, positive and resilient Textile & Graphic Designer who is passionate about fashion and creating beautiful artworks for print, and loves working in a team.
Our ideal candidate must be self-motivated, positive, and passionate about performance and a resilient individual who can think laterally and who has strong analytical and proven numerical abilities.
We offer a collaborative environment where you can learn and grow your design skills.
NB- Must not be a beneficiary of any SETA funded programme.
Qualifications
Relevant qualification in Design
Knowledge, Skills and Experience
0 years in the design environment
Computer literate in Google suite, Adobe Illustrator & Photoshop
Function well under pressure
Work flexible hours
Attention to detail and ability to work accurately
Ability to resolve issues
Good communication skills - written & interpersonal
Team Player
Proactive
Conversant with fashion trends
Key Responsibilities
Role Overview: An entry-level creative position responsible for conceptualizing and developing innovative visual assets for apparel, bridging the gap between fabric aesthetics and brand identity.
Print Mastery: The core of the role involves designing original, production-ready all-over prints, seamless repeat patterns, and unique textile artworks tailored to seasonal fashion collections.
Graphic Integration: Supplements textile design by creating placement graphics, typography, garment trims (like tags and labels), and supporting marketing collateral.
Trend Translation: Requires a keen eye for translating global fashion trends, color forecasts, and cultural shifts into commercially viable design concepts that align with the target customer.
Collaborative Function: Works closely under the guidance of Design Manager, collaborating with designers, buying, merchandising, and technical teams to ensure designs are successfully taken from concept to manufactured garment.
Artwork Creation: Design and hand-draw or digitally render original all-over prints, continuous repeats, and placement artworks using industry-standard software (such as Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop).
Trend & Concept Research: Conduct ongoing market research to build seasonal mood boards, establish color palettes, and identify emerging print and graphic trends within the fashion industry.
Technical File Preparation: Prepare all artworks for manufacturing by creating factory-ready technical files, which includes color reduction, scaling, indexing, and generating detailed tech packs.
Production Review: Assist the design/buying team in reviewing print strike-offs, fabric swatches, and lab dips from suppliers to ensure accuracy in color, scale, and print quality before bulk production.
Graphic Asset Development: Develop localized placement graphics for apparel (e.g., t-shirt placements, embroideries, appliqués) as well as branding elements like swing tags, care labels, and packaging.
Deadline:19th June,2026