Success Stories

Sali Hafeedh

After completing a university degree in fashion design, Sali decided to come to NZ Fashion Tech to gain the high level of competence in practical core-skills she felt were key to a successful career in the fashion industry.

Sali's Learning Diary - Part One March 2011

Part 1: Certificate in Garment Technology >

Sali's Learning Diary - Part Two. August 2011

Part 2: Certificate in Pattern Design >

Nathen Foulagi

After considering fashion programmes with universities and other providers, Nathen chose to study at NZFT and successfully completed the Diploma Programme in Fashion Technology. Shortly after graduating he started his career in the Fashion Industry and is now working in a key role at Sera Lilly. www.seralilly.co.nz

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Stephanie Mills

Stephanie joined NZFT after seeing an advert in a newspaper and deciding to change her career path. She successfully graduated from the Diploma Programme and now holds a senior position at Woodhouse Apparel, where she is the manager of the Huffer account amongst other roles. www.huffer.co.nz

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Sara Macdougall-Unwin

Sara learnt about NZFT during a school visit and knew instantly that the programme was for her. She is a Diploma Programme graduate and is now the Sales Coordinator at Designer Textiles, a company specialising in merino fabrics and garments. www.designertextiles.co.nz

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Ursula Adams

Ursula studied and graduated from the Diploma Programme as a mature student. After a successful Student Fashion Show and work placements, Immediately after graduating, Ursula successfully gained employment in the fashion industry with the Judith Anne Ford label.

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Roleen Botha

Roleen learnt about NZFT through her careers advisor. She completed the Certificates in Garment Technology and Pattern Making before taking a break with the arrival of her first child. She returned to NZFT to complete the Diploma in Fashion Technology and was offered a full time skilled position at Hot Ice Marketing after her work experience placement.

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Dennis Sayat

Dennis studied at NZFT on the Diploma Programme as an International Student. Dennis's main focus was in couture and high fashion after experience in the fashion industry whilst living in the Philippines. After graduating, Dennis successful started his career with a full-time job offer after completing work experience as a pattern designer and maker.

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