Senior Wedding Designer

A New Knot; Mumbai; On-site; INR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

A New Knot is seeking a Senior Wedding Designer in Mumbai to lead the creative and experiential design for luxury weddings from concept to execution. You will oversee end-to-end event design, develop visual themes, mood boards, layouts, and décor plans aligned with client aspirations and brand standards.

Day-to-day duties include client meetings, collaboration with planners and production teams, coordinating with vendors, and site visits to refine spatial design and guest flow.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in visualization tools such as Adobe Creative Suite or Canva, comfortable with floor plans and 3D references.
• Experience collaborating with production, lighting, floral, and décor vendors to translate concepts into on-ground execution.
• Advanced client-facing skills including storytelling, presentation, negotiation, and translating ideas into clear directions.
• Demonstrated strength in project management, time management, and handling multiple complex events in high-pressure settings.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work with diverse clients and teams.
• 5+ years in luxury wedding design, event design, or high-end hospitality/event production; destination wedding experience is a plus.
• Bachelor’s degree in Design, Event Management, Hospitality, Architecture or related field preferred; equivalent experience will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Meet with clients to understand their story and preferences and translate them into design concepts.
• Collaborate with planners and production teams to align creative direction with logistics.
• Coordinate with vendors and stylists to ensure feasibility of design concepts.
• Conduct site visits to refine spatial design and guest flow.
• Manage design timelines and budgets; supervise on-ground setup and décor installation.
• Mentor junior designers and stay current with global wedding and luxury event trends.

Skills

Visualization skills

Client storytelling

Negotiation

Project management

Stakeholder management

On-site coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Design/Event Management/Hospitality/Architecture

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Canva

Job description

Company Description

A New Knot is a luxury wedding planning company with over 11 years of experience designing high-profile destination weddings across India and worldwide. The team specializes in crafting immersive celebrations, from intimate beachside ceremonies to large-scale, multi-day events where every detail is meticulously planned. With deep expertise in complex logistics, exclusive venue sourcing, vendor and budget management, and guest hospitality, A New Knot delivers seamless, elegant experiences. The company approaches wedding planning as elevated storytelling, transforming each couple’s vision into a refined, impactful celebration executed with precision and discretion. Applicants join a team known for creative leadership, calm on-ground execution, and redefining wedding planning as a bespoke art form.

Role Description

The Senior Wedding Designer is a full-time, on-site role based in Mumbai, responsible for leading the creative and experiential design of luxury weddings from concept to execution. This position oversees end-to-end event design, including developing visual themes, mood boards, layouts, and décor plans that align with client aspirations and brand standards. Day-to-day responsibilities include meeting with clients to understand their story and preferences, collaborating with planners and production teams, coordinating with vendors and stylists, and conducting site visits to refine spatial design and guest flow. The Senior Wedding Designer will manage design timelines and budgets, supervise on-ground setup and décor installation, and ensure quality control across all touchpoints during events. The role also involves mentoring junior designers, staying current with global wedding and luxury event trends, and proposing innovative design solutions that elevate the overall guest experience.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in visualisation tools (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, or similar design software) and comfort working with floor plans and 3D references.
• Experience collaborating with production, lighting, floral, and décor vendors to translate creative concepts into feasible on-ground execution.
• Advanced client-facing skills, including storytelling, presentation, negotiation, and the ability to translate abstract ideas into clear design directions.
• Demonstrated strength in project management, time management, and handling multiple complex events and timelines in a high-pressure environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with diverse clients, teams, and stakeholders.
• Prior experience (typically 5+ years) in luxury wedding design, event design, or high-end hospitality/event production; destination wedding experience is an advantage.
• Bachelor’s degree in Design, Event Management, Hospitality, Architecture, or a related field is preferred; equivalent experience will be considered.
• Ability to work on-site during extended hours,