Textile Designer

6-10 years of experience in the industry

Womenswear and Ethnic Wear

Responsibilities:
• Trend research and market analysis to understand customer needs
• Exploration of patterns, colors, and techniques to create innovative print designs
• Development of Print designs, planning unique placements, motifs, and layouts
• Research and development of ideas from various sources, including software packages to create new effects
• Design and development of new prints seasonally
• Creation of design/concept boards to communicate design and seasonal direction
• Experimentation with color, fabric, and texture
• Working within budgets and deadlines while keeping up with current trends and production techniques
• Creating fabric designs and patterns for woven, knitted, and printed materials
• Studying fashion trends and anticipating consumer appeal
• Deciding on a theme for a collection and planning ranges
• Liaising with sales, buying, and production teams to ensure product suitability

Qualifications:
• Graduate or Diploma in Design/Apparel Merchandising
• NIFT (Diploma in Textile Design)