Textile Designer

Senior Textile Designer – Woven Textiles & Rugs V-Weave | Panipat, Haryana | Full-Time | On-Site About V-Weave V-Weave is a design-led manufacturer of contemporary home textiles crafted on traditional handlooms. Based in Panipat, our family business has worked with skilled artisans for over seven decades to develop rugs, cushions, and throws using natural materials such as wool and jute. Our focus lies in translating heritage craftsmanship into modern products for leading international design brands and retailers. We are building a strong internal design culture and are looking for a Senior Textile Designer who can contribute meaningfully to product development while working closely with artisans, sampling teams, and production. ⸻ Role Overview This role requires a designer who is comfortable balancing creative design thinking with practical product development. The position involves developing woven textile concepts, guiding sampling and loom development, coordinating with internal teams, and delivering developments within tight timelines for international clients. The ideal candidate is stable, organized, and capable of working under pressure while maintaining high design standards. We are looking for someone who is committed to building a long-term career with the company and is comfortable working in a fast-paced development environment. ⸻ Key Responsibilities Design & Concept Development • Develop original woven textile concepts for rugs, cushions, and throws • Create designs focused on texture, material combinations, and weave structures • Prepare CADs, colorways, and technical design specifications • Contribute to seasonal design directions aligned with international interiors and home textile trends Sampling & Product Development • Work closely with sampling teams and weavers to translate designs into physical samples • Guide yarn selection, weave structures, and finishing techniques • Review and refine samples to achieve the intended texture, hand feel, and color balance • Ensure designs are feasible for handloom production Team Leadership & Coordination • Guide and support junior designers and sampling teams • Coordinate multiple developments simultaneously and ensure timelines are met • Maintain strong communication between design, sampling, and production teams Client Development • Interpret buyer briefs and reference material and translate them into workable textile designs • Support preparation of design presentations and development proposals for international clients • Adapt designs based on feedback while maintaining production practicality Research & Innovation • Conduct research on materials, weaving techniques, and global home textile trends • Explore new yarn blends, textures, and constructions suitable for handloom production • Contribute to the development of new collections and product categories ⸻ Candidate Profile • Minimum 5 years of experience in textile design, preferably in home textiles • Strong understanding of woven textile structures, yarns, and materials • Experience working with sampling teams and product development environments • Ability to manage multiple developments simultaneously and perform under pressure • Strong leadership and team coordination skills • Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop • Strong sense of color, texture, and material combinations • Practical, solution-oriented mindset with attention to detail ⸻ Preferred Background • Degree in Textile Design (NIFT, NID, or equivalent) • Experience in handloom or craft-based textile development • Exposure to international home textile markets is an advantage ⸻ Application Requirement To help us understand your design thinking, please include the following with your application: • Your portfolio (PDF or link) • One concept for a woven rug or cushion, including: • inspiration reference or mood board • suggested materials (such as wool or jute) • a rough CAD or sketch • 2–3 color options