Intern - Innovations

R&D / Science / Research

About the Employer

Job Description

Teejay Lanka PLC

Teejay Lanka PLC is the first Sri Lankan multinational textile manufacturing entity with manufacturing facilities in both Sri Lanka and India and has become one of the largest knit fabric producers in South Asia. Established in 2000, the company has grown into a key supplier for some of the world's leading fashion and apparel brands. As a publicly listed company on the Colombo Stock Exchange, with the backing of global & local industry giants, Teejay continues to be a trusted partner in the global fashion supply chain. Teejay plays a pivotal role in the Sri Lankan apparel industry by supporting it with the latest cutting-edge technology in weft-knit fabrics and sustainable textile solutions. Teejay is known for its commitment to sustainability, innovation, and manufacturing excellence, constantly driving efforts to reduce its environmental impact while maintaining industry-leading standards in production, and a forward-thinking approach to the future of textiles.

INTERN - DESIGNER

Location – Teejay Lanka PLC – Avissawella

We are looking for a dynamic and energetic individual to join the Research & Development (Innovation) team to ensure product development, deliver customer satisfaction, drive profitable projects and ensure a smooth production floor.

The Job

Primary job role will be;

  • Textile forecast, research and analysis.
  • Market mapping/competitor’s analysis
  • Influence and aid to drive team members on seasonal design brief
  • Participate customer visits in presenting the Teejay Innovations to the customer in attractive manner
  • Develop the Teejay Novelty Collection with the help of the product developers
  • Design the print artworks, product brochures/video & other design related documentations
  • Interpret seasonal color stories into textile designs.
  • Convert technical explanations into the stories in design language
  • Keep textile design files updated and organized

Skills Required

  • Experience in designing a fashion/ textile Collections
  • Adobe Illustrator & Adobe Photoshop software knowledge & experience
  • Textile trend-ideas to fabric design
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills, Creative sense of style
  • Knowledge of fabric structures, colors and prints, Strong organizational skills

The Person

  • B.Design/ BA/ BSc degree/ Undergraduate in Fashion Designing
  • Strong communication and excellent interpersonal skills
  • Task prioritization, time management and multi-tasking ability while being a good team player

Please send your CV to [email protected] stating the post as the heading within 10 days from the published date of this advertisement.