TEXTILE CAD DESIGNER
SALARY: $40-50K DOE
Since 2009 Cloud9 Fabrics Inc has been creating beautiful fabrics for the quilting and home sewing industry. We are seeking a Textile CAD Designer for our studio division to offer on-trend printed fabrics in a variety of styles for our client-based collections. This Designer will be responsible for all levels of print design, from conception through the approval process, and will create collections built around our customer’s specific trends.
Essential duties
- Interpret design direction and trends to create a wide selection of original textile prints for a variety of clients
- Produce full ranges of coordinating prints with multiple color ways
- Print repeats, color matching, recoloring
- Prepare design presentations for sales team
- Prepare design specs sheets for mills
- Liaise with mills for the design development
Qualifications
- Strong eye for color and trend
- Ability to design in a variety of styles and themes
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Independent and pro-active with exceptional project management skills
- Ability to meet deadlines and prioritize
- Ability to take creative direction and work in a collaborative team environment
- Excellent digital and physical organizational skills
- Dedication to meeting the requirements of the sales department and client presentations
Experience
- Experienced in a Mac-based environment
- Advanced proficiency in Adobe CC 2017 (Illustrator, Photoshop and InDesign)
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office
- Experience in the quilting fabric industry is a plus
- Skills in hand sketching and painting is a plus
- Overseas manufacturing experience preferable
Degree in textiles or similar field
Minimum 3-5 years of experience in similar or related field
Ability to work on-site in our headquarters in Cranford NJ
Some travel may be required.