30 Sep
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NKM Fashion
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Mumbai
30 Sep
NKM Fashion
Mumbai
Job Title: Senior Textile Print Designer - Pure Digital FabricsCompany: NKM FashionLocation: Surat, Gujarat | On-siteSalary: Based on Experience & PortfolioExperience: 4+ Years
About UsNKM Fashion is a leading textile house based in Surat, specializing in premium pure fabrics. We are looking for a Senior Textile Designer to lead our design vertical for pure digital prints.
Role SummaryWe need a creative and technically strong designer with proven expertise in pure digital printed fabrics (Cotton, Viscose, Silk, Linen, Muslin). You will be responsible for end-to-end print creation — from trend research and concept development to final production-ready files.
Key Responsibilities
1. Print Design & Development- Create original, commercial print collections: All-over, placement, border, and panel prints specifically for pure fabrics.- Develop recent concepts, motifs, and textures keeping in mind the behavior of pure fabrics in digital printing.- Create multiple colorways, repeats, and harmonious collections.
2. Trend Analysis & Research- Lead seasonal research on international & domestic trends, color forecasts (WGSN, Pantone), market movements and buyer preferences.- Present mood boards, theme boards, and collection stories for each season.
3. Technical Expertise- Prepare flawless, production-ready artwork with perfect repeat setting, scaling, and color correction for pure fabrics.- Deep knowledge of digital printing process on pure - color fastness, color bleeding,
fabric shrinkage and final finishing.- Collaborate with the printing & processing team for strike-offs, color approvals and quality control.
4. Other Textile Techniques- Knowledge of additional techniques like embroidery placement, foil, discharge effects that complement digital prints.- Guide junior designers on design principles and software skills.
Required Skills & Qualifications
- Technical Skills: Expert in Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator. Proficiency in textile CAD (NedGraphics / AVA / TexPro) is highly preferred.- Fabric Knowledge: Strong understanding of pure fabric constructions, weaves, and how prints sit on different pure bases.- Design Sense: Exceptional sense of color, repeat, layout, and detailing. Strong portfolio focused on pure digital prints is a MUST.- Education: B.Des/M.Des in Textile Design, Fashion Textile, or Fine Arts from NIFT, NID or reputed institute preferred.- Soft Skills: Leadership, attention to detail, ability to work under deadlines and handle multiple collections.
What We Offer- Salary strictly based on your work experience and quality of portfolio.- Opportunity to lead design for a growing brand.- Creative freedom and in-house digital printing & sampling support.- Stable growth in Surat’s largest textile hub.
How to ApplySend your CV + Portfolio (PDF or Behance/Drive link) to [Your Email ID] with subject: Application - Sr. Textile Designer (Pure)
Portfolio is mandatory. Applications without portfolio will not be considered.
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