Assistant Fashion Designer

Department: Design & Production Development

Location: Kalyan Silks Production Unit, Thrissur

Employment Type: Full-time, On-site

About the Role

We are seeking an energetic and detail-oriented Assistant Fashion Designer to join our production unit. The role involves combining customer understanding, design innovation, and production practicality to develop garments that reflect both creativity and commercial appeal. You will work closely with the design lead, pattern masters, and production team to ensure smooth coordination from design concept to finished sample.

Key Responsibilities

1. Customer-Centric Design

• Understand customer preferences, lifestyle needs, and feedback to create designs that are relevant and desirable.
• Translate customer insights into product ideas that are both trendy and functional. Support in developing customized design solutions for special orders, ensuring they align with the Kalyan Silks brand identity.
• Work with retail and sales teams to incorporate ongoing customer feedback into design development.

2. Trend & Market Research

• Study market trends, silhouettes, fabrics, and color directions relevant to our collections.
• Prepare trend, mood, and color boards for seasonal guidance.
• Benchmark competitors to understand new product opportunities.

3. Design & Product Development

• Create sketches, illustrations, and CADs for new product ideas.
• Develop fabric and color stories suitable for production capabilities.
• Assist in creating tech packs, measurement charts, and sample documentation.
• Ensure designs are both creative and production-feasible within cost parameters.

4. Pattern & Sampling Coordination

• Work closely with pattern masters and tailors to translate designs accurately into patterns.
• Participate in fit trials and sample corrections.
• Track and maintain all sample records from proto to final approval.

5. Fabric & Material Coordination

• Coordinate with vendors for fabric sourcing, trims, and accessories.
• Assess fabric quality, performance, and availability for bulk orders.
• Ensure timely material sourcing for sampling and production.

6. Production Support

• Collaborate with the production floor to ensure that design integrity is maintained through cutting, stitching, and finishing.
• Conduct basic quality checks for fit, color, and finishing consistency.
• Support documentation and approvals during production handover.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s/Diploma in Fashion Design, Apparel Design, or Garment Technology.
• 1–3 years of experience in design or product development (preferably woven/ethnicwear).
• Good understanding of pattern making, garment construction, and fabrics.
• Software knowledge: Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, or CorelDRAW. Strong coordination, observation, and communication skills.
• Eye for detail, time management, and adaptability to factory timelines.

What We Offer

• Work with a heritage brand known for craftsmanship and innovation.
• Exposure to end-to-end design and production process.
• Opportunity to grow into a Fashion Designer or Product Development Executive

Interested candidate may share their CV at hrd@kalyansilks.com or WhatsApp at 9249089603.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Food provided

Work Location: In person