Apparel/Textile Designer

Ching handicraft store; Albay; On-site; PHP 223,200 - 334,800; Full time

Job summary

A local apparel and textile design firm in Albay is seeking a creative designer to craft innovative clothing products. Responsibilities include designing, researching trends, and collaborating with manufacturers. Ideal candidates have strong design skills and less than 1 year of experience, preferably with a background in fashion or textile design. This position is primarily office-based with occasional site visits.

Qualifications

• Less than 1 year of experience in apparel or textile design.
• Ability to create sketches and technical specifications.
• Good communication skills and detail-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Design innovative apparel and textile products.
• Research fashion trends and consumer preferences.
• Collaborate with manufacturers to ensure quality production.

Skills

Proficiency in design software

Strong sketching abilities

Knowledge of textiles and patterns

Education

Background in fashion design or textile design

Job description

Job Description

• Design innovative apparel and textile products for various markets.
• Research fashion trends and consumer preferences.
• Create sketches and technical specifications for prototypes.
• Collaborate with manufacturers to ensure quality production.
• Present collections to stakeholders and clients.
• Maintain awareness of sustainability in textile sourcing and design.
• Educational Qualifications: A background in fashion design or textile design is preferred; however, a relevant portfolio may be acceptable in lieu of formal education.
• Experience Level: Less than 1 year of experience in apparel or textile design.
• Skills and Competencies: Proficiency in design software (e.g., Adobe Illustrator), strong sketching abilities, knowledge of textiles and patterns.
• Responsibilities and Duties: Create designs, collaborate with manufacturers, attend fittings, and incorporate feedback into final designs.
• Working Conditions: Primarily office-based with occasional visits to manufacturing sites.
• Qualities and Traits: Creative, detail-oriented, good communication skills, and passionate about fashion.