Textile Designer

As a Textile and Fashion Designer at Saffron House, you will play a vital role in developing loom-based textile designs, color palettes, and fashion silhouettes that embody the luxury with soul vision of the company. Working closely with artisan clusters and design teams, you will collaborate directly with weavers, dyers, and design leads to create new collections, reinterpret traditional motifs, and introduce modern techniques that elevate handloom craftsmanship. **Key Responsibilities:** **Textile Designer** - Develop loom-ready textile designs (jacquard, dobby, and handloom layouts) using CAD or Illustrator. - Create weave structures, color palettes, and pattern repeats for different clusters (Kanchipuram, Banaras, Paithani, etc.). - Collaborate with artisans to translate digital concepts into woven samples. - Research regional weaving techniques and identify innovation opportunities in motifs, yarns, and textures. - Maintain design documentation for each cluster including fabric specs, motif references, and production notes. - Work closely with the Creative Director and Chief Fashion Designer to align fabric development with upcoming collections. **Fashion Designer** - Design sarees, Indo-Western, and fusion silhouettes using handwoven textiles. - Develop seasonal mood boards, collection themes, and styling directions. - Collaborate with weavers and pattern masters to ensure design feasibility and production efficiency. - Create tech packs with fabric details, embellishment notes, and garment construction guidelines. - Conduct fittings, oversee sampling, and ensure aesthetic and quality consistency. - Stay updated on global fashion trends, color forecasts, and sustainability practices to inspire innovation. **Qualifications & Skills** - Bachelors / Masters in Textile Design, Fashion Design, or Weaving Technology (NID, NIFT, or equivalent). - 5-10 years of experience in textile or fashion design preferably within handloom, sustainable, or luxury segments. - Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, or textile CAD software (NedGraphics, ArahWeave, etc.). - Strong understanding of Indian weaving techniques, yarn types, and surface design. - Excellent eye for color, texture, and composition. - Ability to work hands-on with artisans, dyers, and loom technicians. - Passion for sustainability, craft revival, and meaningful design. In addition to the above, as part of the team at Saffron House, you will have the opportunity to work with authentic weaving clusters, contribute to craft empowerment, gain exposure to luxury fashion design processes and modern retail operations, exercise creative freedom to develop collections that narrate stories through textiles, and be part of a collaborative, purpose-driven environment where tradition meets innovation. The compensation offered is competitive and based on your experience and contribution. (Job Type: Full-time) (Note: Work Location - In person),