Dynamic, highly experienced Graphic Designer, Fashion Designer & Production Manager with over 15 years in the clothing, sportswear, corporate branding and event-merchandise industry. Known for combining creative direction with strong technical garment knowledge and hands-on production management, delivering premium-quality apparel and brand visuals for major events, retailers and corporate clients across South Africa and internationally. I specialise in: Full clothing range development (activewear, sports kits, lifestyle, corporate); Graphic design for apparel, branding, events and digital content; End-to-end production management from concept to finished product; Technical garment design, CADs, pattern understanding and QC; Managing design rooms, staff, timelines and suppliers. After successfully managing the design operations of a 36-year family business (Influence Clothing) and currently running VisionHouse CPT, I am now seeking additional freelance, part-time or permanent design work where I can bring my extensive experience, creativity and industry knowledge to a forward-thinking brand.

Megan Dewhurst

Dynamic, highly experienced Graphic Designer, Fashion Designer & Production Manager with over 15 years in the clothing, sportswear, corporate branding and event-merchandise industry. Known for combining creative direction with strong technical garment knowledge and hands-on production management, delivering premium-quality apparel and brand visuals for major events, retailers and corporate clients across South Africa and internationally. I specialise in: Full clothing range development (activewear, sports kits, lifestyle, corporate); Graphic design for apparel, branding, events and digital content; End-to-end production management from concept to finished product; Technical garment design, CADs, pattern understanding and QC; Managing design rooms, staff, timelines and suppliers. After successfully managing the design operations of a 36-year family business (Influence Clothing) and currently running VisionHouse CPT, I am now seeking additional freelance, part-time or permanent design work where I can bring my extensive experience, creativity and industry knowledge to a forward-thinking brand.

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Dynamic, highly experienced Graphic Designer, Fashion Designer & Production Manager with over 15 years in the clothing, sportswear, corporate branding and event-merchandise industry. Known for combining creative direction with strong technical garment knowledge and hands-on production management, delivering premium-quality apparel and brand visuals for major events, retailers and corporate clients across South Africa and internationally.

I specialise in: Full clothing range development (activewear, sports kits, lifestyle, corporate); Graphic design for apparel, branding, events and digital content; End-to-end production management from concept to finished product; Technical garment design, CADs, pattern understanding and QC; Managing design rooms, staff, timelines and suppliers. After successfully managing the design operations of a 36-year family business (Influence Clothing) and currently running VisionHouse CPT, I am now seeking additional freelance, part-time or permanent design work where I can bring my extensive experience, creativity and industry knowledge to a forward-thinking brand.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Founder – Senior Graphic & Fashion Designer at VisionHouse CPT
January 1, 2024 - Present
Founded and manage VisionHouse, a design-to-production studio specialising in activewear, sports kits, corporate apparel and event merchandise. Oversee all client communication, design development, technical garment work, sampling and full production. Create apparel graphics, branding, catalogue layouts and marketing content. Manage factory coordination, QC, timelines and production workflows. Support brands with complete clothing range development from concept to delivery.
Graphic & Fashion Design Manager at Fashion Active & Lift Fits Sportswear
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2024
Lead designer for men’s & ladies activewear and branded merchandise. Created technical CADs, garment graphics and factory-ready artwork. Managed production processes, sampling and approvals. Transitioned clients and workflow to VisionHouse after LiftFit closed in 2024.
Brand Design Manager • Graphic & Fashion Designer at Influence Clothing
January 1, 2008 - December 31, 2023
Managed all graphic & fashion design operations for a high-volume clothing factory. Designed full apparel ranges for retail, corporate and major event clients. Produced signage, garment imagery and branding for some of South Africa’s largest sporting events. Collaborated closely with event organisers, retailers and marketing teams to deliver cohesive, impactful designs. Managed a 20-member team and coordinated workflow from concept to production. Oversaw QC, fittings, sampling, pattern revisions and final approvals.

Education

Multimedia Design (1-year course) at City Varsity
January 1, 2007 - December 31, 2007
Matric at Parklands High School
January 1, 2006 - December 31, 2006

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Manufacturing, Retail, Professional Services, Other