Fashion Designer

Job Summary

The Fashion Designer will be responsible for creating innovative, commercially viable, and visually appealing clothing designs. The role includes developing design concepts, researching trends, sketching designs, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and supporting the execution of the design process from ideation to final product.

Key ResponsibilitiesPrimary Responsibilities

• Assist and support the design head in creating innovative apparel designs.
• Execute design concepts, create silhouettes, and finalize styles.
• Collaborate with the textile team to finalize silhouettes, prints, colors, fabrics, and consumption.
• Prepare and document the sampling process, including expenses and sample spec sheets.
• Produce hand-drawn or digital designs using industry-standard design software.
• Create sketches, placement drawings, and technical drawings for apparel collections.
• Develop tech packs, spec sheets, and detailed layouts of collections.
• Understand fabric cutting, consumption, and costing for samples.
• Work closely with artisans and suppliers for sampling and development.
• Coordinate with the design team and production merchant as required.
• Document the entire collection process from ideation to final product development.
• Photograph the sampling process and create a visual library.
• Support the team with photoshoots, cataloguing, and presentations.
• Apply knowledge of Indian crafts and textiles into contemporary design work.
• Perform any other design-related tasks as assigned by management.

Additional Responsibilities

• Stay updated with global and domestic fashion trends.
• Conduct market research to understand customer preferences and competitor positioning.
• Attend fashion shows, exhibitions, and sourcing fairs for design inspiration.
• Collaborate with marketing teams for product promotion and launch campaigns.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior designers, interns, or trainees.
• Uphold brand standards and ensure all designs align with the brand's image and target audience.
• Present design concepts during review meetings with stakeholders.
• Continuously upgrade skills through professional development and training.
• Ensure all projects are completed within timelines and meet required deadlines.

Performance Measures / Reports

• Successful development and execution of design concepts for new collections.
• Accuracy in technical specification sheets, measurement reports, and fit approvals.
• Effective collaboration with production teams to ensure quality and manufacturability.
• Timely completion of sampling, fittings, and final approvals.
• Detailed documentation and reporting on garment measurements, fit issues, and quality assessments.

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design, Textile Design, or related field.
• 3–5 years of professional experience in apparel/fashion design.
• Strong sketching, illustration, and CAD software skills (CorelDRAW, Photoshop, Illustrator, CLO 3D, etc.).
• Knowledge of Indian textiles, crafts, embroidery, and surface ornamentation.
• Sound understanding of fabrics, garment construction, and costing.
• Ability to multitask, work under pressure, and meet deadlines.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and presentation skills.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹25, ₹80,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Leave encashment
• Paid sick time

Work Location: In person