​​​​Who can apply?

The Design50 programme is designed as a post-graduate course aimed at individuals interested in starting a business in commercial jewellery design. Candidates selected for the programme will receive a stipend of R5,500 per month during the 11-month training contract.

Course outline: ​​

• Theory training in Marketing and Customer Services

• Experiential training in Computer Aided Design and Computer Aided Manufacturing 

• Exposure to the local jewellery manufacturing and retail industry.

Qualification criteria for candidates interested in joining the project:

• A jewellery related qualification, preferably a National Diploma or B-Tech in Jewellery
  
• Design and Manufacture
• Basic knowledge of Computer Aided Design – preferably Rhino 
• A Goldsmith / Setter qualification would be an advantage 
• Experience working in jewellery manufacturing, wholesale or retail would be   an advantage.
• Preference will be given to BEE candidates

Requirements

Interested candidates should e-mail a CV with a copy of their qualifications or statement of results.