Kazhakoottam, Trivandrum, Kerala (on-site, full-time)
About the Role
As Weavaa's first in-house Fashion Designer, you will own the concept-to-collection journey for our men's and women's ethnic and casual lines. You'll translate market insights and brand vision into original designs that balance Kerala's cultural aesthetics with contemporary trends, guiding each style from sketch to store launch.
Key ResponsibilitiesAreaWhat You'll Do
Research & Ideation Track seasonal trends, fabric innovations, and customer insights
Develop mood boards, color stories, and design themes for quarterly capsules
Design Development Create hand/ digital sketches, tech packs, and 3D mock-ups in Clo3D
Select fabrics, trims, prints, and surface embellishments aligned to cost targets Sampling & Fit
Work closely with pattern-making and sampling units to translate concepts into prototypes
Lead fit sessions; iterate patterns for optimum comfort and style
Product Lifecycle Management Upload tech data into PLM, ensuring BOM accuracy and on-time approvals
Coordinate with sourcing and production to hit timelines and quality benchmarks Brand Storytelling
Partner with marketing on photoshoot styling, look-books, and launch narratives
Support visual merchandising guidelines for the studio boutique and e-commerce
Sustainability & Compliance Champion eco-friendly materials, waste-minimizing layouts, and ethical production standards
Must-Have Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design/ Textile Design or equivalent
2-8 years' experience designing bridal, ethnic, fusion, or contemporary casual apparel
Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and at least one 3D design/CAD tool (Clo3D, Optitex, Browzwear, etc.)
Strong knowledge of Indian fabrics, prints, and surface-craft techniques
Proven track record from concept through bulk production (portfolio required)
Preferred Skills
Familiarity with lean or small-batch manufacturing workflows
Ability to convert online enquiries
Experience designing both mens wear. womens wear, Bridal Gowns, Ethnic wears etc
Understanding of sustainable sourcing and circular design principles
Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration abilities
Ability to thrive in an agile startup environment and manage multiple deadlines
What We Offer
Creative freedom
to experiment and set design direction
Access to a fully equipped design lab and 1,000 sq ft in-house production facility
Competitive salary with performance bonuses
Clear career path toward Lead Designer / Creative Director roles as we scale
Relocation assistance for out-of-state candidates
Reporting Line
Reports to: Co-Founder & Head of Operations
Collaborates with: Merchandising, Sourcing, Production, E-commerce & Marketing
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: ₹17,000.00 - ₹45,000.00 per month
Work Location: In person
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