Textile Designer

We are looking for a talented and passionate Textile Designer to join our team! If you love creating unique textile designs and work closely with weaver communities, this role is for you.

Roles and Responsibilities:

Analyzing current fashion trends, colours, and materials.

Developing seasonal concepts aligned with the brand’s vision and target market.

Explore and experiment with new weaving techniques ensuring a blend of traditional techniques and contemporary design elements.

Collaborate with weaving communities to design and develop innovative fabrics and textile products

Develop innovative prints and patterns for collections

Source fabrics and maintain a strong knowledge of various textiles and their applications.

Travel to different regions to connect with artisans, source materials, and draw inspiration.

Create textured and three-dimensional surface effects on textiles through techniques such as pleating, fabric manipulation, layering, or fabric treatments to enhance visual and tactile appeal.

Develop detailed contemporary embroidery motifs and patterns using hand and machine embroidery techniques

Design & develop contemporary fabrics incorporating weaving techniques, surface manipulations, and embroidery to create unique textures and visual effects.

Work with dyers, weavers, embroidery karigars, and designers to realize the design vision.

Qualifications:

 * Degree in Textile Design from NIFT or NID.

* Minimum 2 years’ experience in textile design, preferably in weaving & embroidery

* Strong understanding of fabrics, weaving techniques, and surface manipulation & embroidery.

* Creative mindset with a keen eye for detail and colour.

* Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

* Ability to travel and work with artisans and communities.

If you’re passionate about creating meaningful designs that celebrate heritage and innovation, we’d love to hear from you!