I'm Aa'keel, a qualified Multimedia Designer with about 8 years of working experience as a Fashion Designer. When it comes to fashion, I am always up to pace with the latest movements; my knowledge, skills, vision and experience are up to the task. My work is acclaimed by industry peers, and I am fast learner, dedicated, able to work under pressure, with strong vision, capable of brainstorming when ideas are few, and able to communicate and liaise with clients. I thrive on challenges and am always eager to learn more. Within my years of experience in manufacturing and retail, I have gained numerous skills in garment construction, costing, WGSN trend forecasting, range building and planning, detailed tech packs, liaising with buyers and suppliers, and leading a design team. I am ready to bring these strengths to a dynamic team and continue growing as a designer and contributor.

Aa'keel Mohammed

I'm Aa'keel, a qualified Multimedia Designer with about 8 years of working experience as a Fashion Designer. When it comes to fashion, I am always up to pace with the latest movements; my knowledge, skills, vision and experience are up to the task. My work is acclaimed by industry peers, and I am fast learner, dedicated, able to work under pressure, with strong vision, capable of brainstorming when ideas are few, and able to communicate and liaise with clients. I thrive on challenges and am always eager to learn more. Within my years of experience in manufacturing and retail, I have gained numerous skills in garment construction, costing, WGSN trend forecasting, range building and planning, detailed tech packs, liaising with buyers and suppliers, and leading a design team. I am ready to bring these strengths to a dynamic team and continue growing as a designer and contributor.

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I’m Aa’keel, a qualified Multimedia Designer with about 8 years of working experience as a Fashion Designer. When it comes to fashion, I am always up to pace with the latest movements; my knowledge, skills, vision and experience are up to the task. My work is acclaimed by industry peers, and I am fast learner, dedicated, able to work under pressure, with strong vision, capable of brainstorming when ideas are few, and able to communicate and liaise with clients. I thrive on challenges and am always eager to learn more.

Within my years of experience in manufacturing and retail, I have gained numerous skills in garment construction, costing, WGSN trend forecasting, range building and planning, detailed tech packs, liaising with buyers and suppliers, and leading a design team. I am ready to bring these strengths to a dynamic team and continue growing as a designer and contributor.

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Language

English
Advanced
Afrikaans
Intermediate

Work Experience

Lead Designer at EVL Denim Co
October 1, 2023 - Present
Market analysis; WGSN trend forecasting; range planning with the buyer; designing detailed Manufacturer-Ready Tech Packs; liaising with overseas suppliers; approving of BPS and PPS; conducting competitor store visits.
Graphic Designer at Kingsgate Clothing Group
September 1, 2018 - January 1, 2023
Staying up-to-date with latest fashion trends and incorporating them into designs; designing Apparel CADs and placement artworks; creating seamless prints and patterns for fabrics; producing samples; coordinating with customers to meet market requirements; managing print production and supervising junior designers.

Education

Diploma in Multimedia at Centre for Fine Arts, Animation and Design (CFAD)
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2017
Matric (Diploma Pass) at Arena Park Secondary School
January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2014

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Manufacturing, Retail, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services