Textile Designer
てきすたいるでざいなー
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Professional Occupations in Legal, Business, Cultural and Artistic Fields
- Middle : Designers
- Minor : Other Designers
Summary
Textile designers design patterns and colors for fabrics, developing new textiles for fashion and interiors in a creative role.
Description
Textile designers use techniques such as weaving, knitting, dyeing, and printing to design fabrics for clothing and interiors. They analyze market trends and customer needs, select materials, design colors and patterns, create designs using CAD, produce prototypes and make revisions, and prepare instructions for manufacturing factories. They are also involved in introducing sustainable materials and digital printing techniques, covering a wide range from concept development to mass production management and quality checks.
Future Outlook
With the fashion industry's pursuit of sustainability and diversification of interior demands, demand is expected to expand in organic materials and digital printing fields.
Personality Traits
Creative / Curious and inquisitive / Detail-oriented / Excellent visual sense
Work Style
Flexitime / Office Work / Project-based Contracts / Remote Possible
Career Path
Junior Textile Designer → Senior Textile Designer → Textile Art Director → Design Department Manager → Freelance
Required Skills
Color Theory / Pattern Design / Textile CAD / Textile Material Knowledge
Recommended Skills
Adobe Illustrator / Photoshop / Sample Production / Trend Research
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because the accuracy of patterns and color tones in details affects quality. |
| Creativity & Ideation | To create unique designs. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Little need for advanced mathematical analysis. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Mainly desk work, with low physical burden. |
Related Qualifications
- Color Certification
- Fashion Business Ability Certification
- Textile Product Quality Manager
Aliases
- Fabric Designer
- Textile Artist
Related Jobs
- Fashion Designer
- Graphic Designer
- Interior Designer
- Textile Engineer