Trainee Fashion Designer 2026

Truworths

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Cape Town

Western Cape, ZA

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Posted Date:

01 Mar 2026

Closing Date:

13 Mar 2026

Posted Date:

01 Mar 2026

Closing Date:

01 Mar 2026

Posted Date:

01 Mar 2026

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Closing Date:

13 Mar 2026

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1 Programme Overview

Truworths is recruiting a permanent Trainee Fashion Designer within its Merchandising division at the Head Office in Cape Town. The role focuses on supporting buying teams through trend research, design development, and product range planning.

The successful candidate will work closely with Buyers to influence the look and feel of various brands by translating international and local trends into commercially relevant products for the South African market.

1 Programme Overview

2 Programme Overview

1 Programme Overview

2 Who Should Apply

This opportunity is ideal for:

Individuals with a fashion design qualification or related qualification.
Candidates with knowledge of fabrics and garment construction.
Applicants interested in retail merchandising and product development.
Individuals who stay informed about global fashion trends, influencers, and designers.

💡 Tip: A portfolio showcasing design capability will strengthen your application.

2 Who Should Apply

This opportunity is ideal for:

Individuals with a fashion design qualification or related qualification.
Candidates with knowledge of fabrics and garment construction.
Applicants interested in retail merchandising and product development.
Individuals who stay informed about global fashion trends, influencers, and designers.

💡 Tip: A portfolio showcasing design capability will strengthen your application.

2 Who Should Apply

This opportunity is ideal for:

Individuals with a fashion design qualification or related qualification.
Candidates with knowledge of fabrics and garment construction.
Applicants interested in retail merchandising and product development.
Individuals who stay informed about global fashion trends, influencers, and designers.

💡 Tip: A portfolio showcasing design capability will strengthen your application.

2 Who Should Apply

This opportunity is ideal for:

Individuals with a fashion design qualification or related qualification.
Candidates with knowledge of fabrics and garment construction.
Applicants interested in retail merchandising and product development.
Individuals who stay informed about global fashion trends, influencers, and designers.

💡 Tip: A portfolio showcasing design capability will strengthen your application.

3 Minimum Requirements

Applicants must meet the following criteria:

Fashion design qualification or related qualification.
Knowledge of fabric types and garment construction principles.
Graphic design knowledge will be advantageous.

💡 Tip: Ensure your academic transcripts and qualification documents are updated on your career profile.

3 Minimum Requirements

Applicants must meet the following criteria:

Fashion design qualification or related qualification.
Knowledge of fabric types and garment construction principles.
Graphic design knowledge will be advantageous.

💡 Tip: Ensure your academic transcripts and qualification documents are updated on your career profile.

3 Minimum Requirements

Applicants must meet the following criteria:

Fashion design qualification or related qualification.
Knowledge of fabric types and garment construction principles.
Graphic design knowledge will be advantageous.

💡 Tip: Ensure your academic transcripts and qualification documents are updated on your career profile.

3 Minimum Requirements

Applicants must meet the following criteria:

Fashion design qualification or related qualification.
Knowledge of fabric types and garment construction principles.
Graphic design knowledge will be advantageous.

💡 Tip: Ensure your academic transcripts and qualification documents are updated on your career profile.

4 Areas of Exposure

The trainee will develop practical skills in:

Researching international and local fashion trends.
Assisting Buyers in building seasonal product ranges.
Interpreting commercial colour palettes, fabrics, and key looks.
Participating in design projects within a team environment.
Exposure to international trade fairs and fashion markets (where applicable).

💡 Tip: This exposure supports understanding of trend forecasting and retail strategy.

4 Areas of Exposure

The trainee will develop practical skills in:

Researching international and local fashion trends.
Assisting Buyers in building seasonal product ranges.
Interpreting commercial colour palettes, fabrics, and key looks.
Participating in design projects within a team environment.
Exposure to international trade fairs and fashion markets (where applicable).

💡 Tip: This exposure supports understanding of trend forecasting and retail strategy.

4 Areas of Exposure

The trainee will develop practical skills in:

Researching international and local fashion trends.
Assisting Buyers in building seasonal product ranges.
Interpreting commercial colour palettes, fabrics, and key looks.
Participating in design projects within a team environment.
Exposure to international trade fairs and fashion markets (where applicable).

💡 Tip: This exposure supports understanding of trend forecasting and retail strategy.

4 Areas of Exposure

The trainee will develop practical skills in:

Researching international and local fashion trends.
Assisting Buyers in building seasonal product ranges.
Interpreting commercial colour palettes, fabrics, and key looks.
Participating in design projects within a team environment.
Exposure to international trade fairs and fashion markets (where applicable).

💡 Tip: This exposure supports understanding of trend forecasting and retail strategy.

5 Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

Researching and interpreting global and local fashion trends for the South African market.
Supporting Buyers with product range development.
Contributing to styling details, branding, and graphics.
Working on specific design areas and adhoc projects.
Creating designs using computer-aided design tools and freehand sketching.

5 Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

Researching and interpreting global and local fashion trends for the South African market.
Supporting Buyers with product range development.
Contributing to styling details, branding, and graphics.
Working on specific design areas and adhoc projects.
Creating designs using computer-aided design tools and freehand sketching.

5 Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

Researching and interpreting global and local fashion trends for the South African market.
Supporting Buyers with product range development.
Contributing to styling details, branding, and graphics.
Working on specific design areas and adhoc projects.
Creating designs using computer-aided design tools and freehand sketching.

5 Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

Researching and interpreting global and local fashion trends for the South African market.
Supporting Buyers with product range development.
Contributing to styling details, branding, and graphics.
Working on specific design areas and adhoc projects.
Creating designs using computer-aided design tools and freehand sketching.

6 Competencies & Skills

The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

Proficiency in Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign.
Ability to translate trends into commercial designs.
Strong collaboration skills within buying and design teams.
Attention to detail in styling and branding elements.
Creative thinking and research capability.

6 Competencies & Skills

The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

Proficiency in Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign.
Ability to translate trends into commercial designs.
Strong collaboration skills within buying and design teams.
Attention to detail in styling and branding elements.
Creative thinking and research capability.

6 Competencies & Skills

The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

Proficiency in Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign.
Ability to translate trends into commercial designs.
Strong collaboration skills within buying and design teams.
Attention to detail in styling and branding elements.
Creative thinking and research capability.

6 Competencies & Skills

The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

Proficiency in Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign.
Ability to translate trends into commercial designs.
Strong collaboration skills within buying and design teams.
Attention to detail in styling and branding elements.
Creative thinking and research capability.

7 What You Will Gain

Professional development opportunities include:

Experience within a national retail fashion environment.
Practical exposure to product development cycles.
Trend research and forecasting experience.
Portfolio-enhancing commercial design work.

7 What You Will Gain

Professional development opportunities include:

Experience within a national retail fashion environment.
Practical exposure to product development cycles.
Trend research and forecasting experience.
Portfolio-enhancing commercial design work.

7 What You Will Gain

Professional development opportunities include:

Experience within a national retail fashion environment.
Practical exposure to product development cycles.
Trend research and forecasting experience.
Portfolio-enhancing commercial design work.

7 What You Will Gain

Professional development opportunities include:

Experience within a national retail fashion environment.
Practical exposure to product development cycles.
Trend research and forecasting experience.
Portfolio-enhancing commercial design work.

8 Application Process

How to Apply:

Click the Apply button below. You will be redirected to the official Truworths career platform to complete your application form
Upload all required documents to your profile.
Submit your application before 13 March 2026.

8 Application Process

How to Apply:

Click the Apply button below. You will be redirected to the official Truworths career platform to complete your application form
Upload all required documents to your profile.
Submit your application before 13 March 2026.

8 Application Process

How to Apply:

Click the Apply button below. You will be redirected to the official Truworths career platform to complete your application form
Upload all required documents to your profile.
Submit your application before 13 March 2026.

8 Application Process

How to Apply:

Click the Apply button below. You will be redirected to the official Truworths career platform to complete your application form
Upload all required documents to your profile.
Submit your application before 13 March 2026.

9 Required Documents

Updated CV
Portfolio
Certified copy of ID
Matric Certificate
Tertiary qualification certificate
Academic transcripts/results

💡 Tip: Incomplete profiles may delay processing.

9 Required Documents

Updated CV
Portfolio
Certified copy of ID
Matric Certificate
Tertiary qualification certificate
Academic transcripts/results

💡 Tip: Incomplete profiles may delay processing.

9 Required Documents

Updated CV
Portfolio
Certified copy of ID
Matric Certificate
Tertiary qualification certificate
Academic transcripts/results

💡 Tip: Incomplete profiles may delay processing.

9 Required Documents

Updated CV
Portfolio
Certified copy of ID
Matric Certificate
Tertiary qualification certificate
Academic transcripts/results

💡 Tip: Incomplete profiles may delay processing.

10 Quick Eligibility Checklist

✔ Fashion design qualification
✔ Knowledge of garment construction
✔ Design software proficiency
✔ Portfolio ready

10 Quick Eligibility Checklist

✔ Fashion design qualification
✔ Knowledge of garment construction
✔ Design software proficiency
✔ Portfolio ready

10 Quick Eligibility Checklist

✔ Fashion design qualification
✔ Knowledge of garment construction
✔ Design software proficiency
✔ Portfolio ready

10 Quick Eligibility Checklist

✔ Fashion design qualification
✔ Knowledge of garment construction
✔ Design software proficiency
✔ Portfolio ready

11 Important Notes

This is a permanent, on-site role in Cape Town.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Ensure all required documents are uploaded before submission.

11 Important Notes

This is a permanent, on-site role in Cape Town.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Ensure all required documents are uploaded before submission.

11 Important Notes

This is a permanent, on-site role in Cape Town.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Ensure all required documents are uploaded before submission.

11 Important Notes

This is a permanent, on-site role in Cape Town.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Ensure all required documents are uploaded before submission.

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This job description is based on the official vacancy published by Truworths. Applicants should verify details and apply through the official company recruitment platform. Information is provided for educational and informational purposes only.

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