Fashion Design Associate

Tilfi is a design and craft-led luxury brand that produces handcrafted textiles, apparel and art of exceptional quality and craftsmanship.

Tilfi’s Design & Production team seeks individuals who can help create exceptional clothing which celebrate the beauty and artistry of our textiles and showcase a timeless design sensibility.

We want to build on Varanasi’s textile heritage as well as demonstrate its versatility through our range of traditional and contemporary apparel.

Please note: This is a paid, full-time, in-office position, not a remote working role.

What you'll do:

• Help in sampling by sourcing trimmings, accessories and liaising with the tailoring department, vendors and suppliers to ensure seamless execution of designs from concept to final product
• Assist the senior designer in developing technical specifications and support the creation of new collection launches
• Help in managing production by preparing order sheets, conduct quality checks and deal with customer correspondence if required
• Maintain organized records of design sketches, fabric swatches, and production details for future reference
• Archive completed collections and ensure all design documentation is up-to-date
• Assist in sourcing, production and styling for fashion shoots and support brand communications

Who you are:

• You have pursued a degree in Fashion Design from a design school
• Prior experience of 2-4 years in fashion design, preferably within the luxury or heritage fashion sector, is advantageous
• You have high attention to detail, a no-task-is-too-small attitude and a willingness to take complete ownership of your work
• You have an interest and appreciation for Indian crafts and textiles
• Strong sketching and technical drawing skills.
• Proficiency in design software such as Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop.