Lead Design & Creative

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Position Type: Contractual

About Kosala:

Kosa silk reeling and weaving have long been a source of livelihood in Chhattisgarh.

Kosala Timeless Artistry

Role Overview:

Design & Creative Lead

Key Responsibilities:

Product & Design Development

• Lead design strategy and seasonal product development for

  Kosa silk saris, apparel, accessories, and home collections.

• Collaborate with weavers and artisans to create

  innovative designs

  that combine traditional techniques with modern aesthetics.
• Develop colour stories, fabric designs, and collections aligned with brand positioning and market trends.
• Oversee sampling, quality standards, and design execution through close coordination with production and field teams.

Creative Direction & Brand Aesthetics

• Define and maintain the

  brand’s creative identity

  across all touchpoints – packaging, visual merchandising, exhibitions, and marketing collateral.
• Work with marketing and communication teams to ensure consistency in

  storytelling, photography, and brand presentation.

• Create mood boards, design guides, and creative assets that communicate Kosala’s ethos of “Timeless Artistry.”

Collaboration & Capacity Building

• Conduct design workshops and skill development programs with artisan communities.
• Introduce new techniques, tools, and materials that enhance quality and innovation while preserving authenticity.
• Partner with external designers, institutes, and collaborators to bring fresh perspectives to the brand.

Research & Market Insights

• Stay abreast of

  craft, fashion, and lifestyle trends

  to inform design directions.
• Gather feedback from exhibitions, retail partners, and customers to refine collections.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Degree in

  Textile Design

  from a reputed institute.
• 7–10 years of experience in

  textile/craft-based design, fashion, or lifestyle product development

  , with at least 3 years in a lead/creative role.
• Strong understanding of handloom processes, natural fibres, and artisanal ecosystems.
• Proven ability to translate traditional craft into contemporary, marketable designs.

Skills & Attributes:

• Strong design sensibility with a deep appreciation for Indian crafts and aesthetics.
• Excellent visualization, conceptualization, and storytelling skills.
• Ability to balance creativity with commercial understanding.
• Hands-on approach and willingness to engage directly with artisan clusters.
• Leadership qualities with the ability to inspire and guide a multidisciplinary team.