*Job Title: Senior Textile Print Designer - Pure Digital Fabrics*
*Company: NKM Fashion*
*Location: Surat, Gujarat | On-site*
*Salary: Based on Experience & Portfolio*
*Experience: 4+ Years*
About Us
NKM 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 Summary
We 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 new 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 (Ned Graphics / AVA / Tex Pro) 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 Apply
Send 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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