Fashion Designer

We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Fashion designer to lead the design and product development of JCBI garment manufacturing unit contemporary handcrafted collections. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of Indian craft traditions and a refined design sensibility that aligns with Nila’s ethos of minimalism, sustainability, and craft revival. This role will be instrumental in conceptualizing seasonal collections, managing design workflows, leading visual merchandising, and supporting brand-aligned storytelling through photoshoots and product curation.

Key Responsibilities

1. Product Development & Collection Design

Lead the end-to-end design and development in close coordination with UK design director

Finalize tech packs, sampling, and material approvals to ensure timely handover of collections to the production team

Create concept-driven collections aligned with brand philosophy and seasonal strategies

Ensure internal design approvals are achieved on schedule

2. Visual Merchandising

Develop and execute visual merchandising strategies

Lead the planning and execution of seasonal and thematic displays

Curate stories to communicate product narratives and artisanal impact

3. Photoshoot Management

Plan and manage all aspects of collection photoshoots

Develop mood boards, shoot concepts, and storylines in alignment with each collection

Coordinate with photographers, stylists, models, and internal teams to ensure visual outputs are brand-consistent and high quality

4. Design Calendar & Workflow Management

Maintain an internal design calendar aligned with production and launch timelines

Track milestones and ensure design deliverables are met as per deadlines

Share regular updates and reports with relevant stakeholders

5. Team Collaboration & Knowledge Sharing

Collaborate with project and production teams to ensure feasibility of design and active artisan engagement

Document design processes and contribute to team knowledge-building through structured sharing

Liaise closely with the UK design team to integrate global creative direction into local collections

Participate in regular design reviews and ensure smooth communication of India-based updates, samples, and development status

Qualifications

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Fashion Design, Textile Design, or a related field.

Years of experience for the role

8–10 years of relevant experience in apparel or textile design, preferably in craft-based or sustainable design environments.

Skills and Competencies

Strong understanding of Indian textiles and artisanal craft techniques

Excellent visual storytelling, concept development, and presentation skills

Proficiency in design software (Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign) and tech pack creation

Strong organizational and project management abilities

Excellent communication and team collaboration skills