NEXT BEAST Hiring for Textile Designer at Patna, Bihar, India

Position Overview:
The role of a Textile Designer and Illustrator involves creating unique and visually appealing designs for textiles, fabrics, and surface patterns. This position combines artistic skills with an understanding of textile manufacturing processes and market trends. As a Textile Designer and Illustrator, you will be responsible for conceptualizing, developing, and executing designs that meet the requirements and preferences of clients or target audiences.
Key Responsibilities:
Design Development: Create innovative textile designs and patterns for apparel. This includes sketching, painting, and digitally rendering designs using industry-standard software.
Trend Research: Stay updated on current and emerging fashion and textile trends. Conduct research on color palettes, patterns, and design elements that align with market demands and customer preferences.
Client Collaboration: Collaborate with clients, product development teams, or manufacturers to understand design briefs and requirements. Translate their ideas and concepts into visual representations that reflect their brand identity or meet their specific needs.
Design Adaptation: Modify and adapt existing designs to suit different fabric types, scales, and production techniques. Ensure that designs are compatible with the technical limitations and capabilities of textile manufacturing processes.
Material Selection: Choose appropriate materials, fabrics, and color combinations for specific design projects. Consider factors such as fabric weight, texture, durability, and cost while maintaining aesthetic appeal.
Technical Specifications: Prepare detailed technical specifications, including color separations, repeats, and print layouts, for production purposes. Collaborate with manufacturers and production teams to ensure accurate interpretation of designs.

Presentation and Communication: Present design concepts and proposals to clients, team members, or stakeholders. Effectively communicate design ideas, concepts, and rationale through sketches, digital renderings, or presentations.
Quality Control: Review and approve strike-offs, color samples, and production samples to ensure they meet design specifications and maintain high-quality standards.
Portfolio Management: Build and maintain a portfolio of your work to showcase your design skills, creativity, and versatility. Update and refine your portfolio regularly to reflect your latest projects and accomplishments.
Qualifications and Skills:
 Bachelor’s degree in Textile Design, Fashion Design, or a related field from NIFT with a minimum of 3 to 4 years of experience.
 Proficiency in design software such as Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, or other relevant digital design tools.
 Strong illustration skills, including hand-drawing and digital illustration techniques.
 Knowledge of textile manufacturing processes, including printing, weaving, knitting, and dyeing.
 Understanding of color theory, pattern development, and composition principles.
 Creativity, attention to detail, and the ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously.
 Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with
clients and cross-functional teams.
 Familiarity with market trends, fashion cycles, and customer preferences in the textile industry.
Key Points: Textile Designer and Illustrator Job Description
 Create unique and visually appealing textile designs and surface patterns.
 Utilize artistic skills and industry-standard software to sketch, paint, and digitally render designs.
 Stay updated on current fashion, interior design, and textile trends.
 Collaborate with clients, product development teams, or manufacturers to understand design
briefs.
 Adapt existing designs to suit different fabric types, scales, and production techniques.
 Select appropriate materials, fabrics, and color combinations for specific design projects.
 Prepare detailed technical specifications for production purposes.
 Present design concepts and proposals to clients or stakeholders.
 Review and approve samples to ensure they meet design specifications.

 Build and maintain a portfolio of work to showcase design skills and creativity.
 Possess a bachelor’s degree in Textile Design, Fashion Design, or a related field.
 Proficiency in design software such as Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator.
 Strong illustration skills, including hand-drawing and digital techniques.
 Knowledge of textile manufacturing processes, color theory, and pattern development.
 Attention to detail, ability to work on multiple projects, and strong communication skills.