Position: Textile Designer
Department: Designing UNST
Reports to: HOD Digital Textile Designer
Location: Head Office Lahore.
Position Summary:
We are seeking a creative and detail-oriented Textile Designer to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong passion for fashion and textiles, with an ability to design and develop innovative fabric patterns and textures for various product lines. The designer will collaborate with product development teams, oversee the creation of fabric swatches, and ensure that designs meet aesthetic, functional, and quality standards.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop concepts for prints, patterns, and textures and translate them into fabric designs.
- Work closely with the product development team to ensure designs are feasible and align with production requirements.
- Use software (e.g., Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and textile-specific software) to create digital designs and prepare technical drawings.
- Select appropriate fabrics and materials for designs, considering factors such as durability, comfort, cost, and sustainability.
- Stay updated with the latest trends in textile design, materials, and printing techniques.
- Collaborate with manufacturers and vendors to ensure designs are executed to the highest standards of quality.
- Provide design direction for seasonal collections, working in sync with other creative departments.
- Maintain a thorough understanding of color theory, material properties, and finishing techniques.
- Review and approve fabric production and samples before final production.
Qualifications and Skills:
- Bachelor’s degree in Textile Design, Fashion Design, Fine Arts, or a related field.
- Proven experience as a textile designer.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
- Attention to detail, creativity and problem-solving skills.