
Fibershed Sri Lanka
Pannipitiya, Sri Lanka
Job Category: Fashion & Beauty
Pannipitiya, Sri Lanka
Job Category: Fashion & Beauty
We're Hiring: Designer & Product Development Assistant
Fibershed Sri Lanka intends to support, empower, transform, restore, and grow local communities and the natural fiber industry. We promote local fibres, dyes, and labour, aiming to revive traditional cotton farming through regenerative agriculture for a sustainable textile and fashion industry in Sri Lanka.
Responsibilities:
- Research to understand the customer's brand identity and their market needs.
- Identify trends and translate them into brand-relevant concepts.
- Act as a bridge between brand design teams and Fibershed artisans to ensure high-quality products.
- Create and deliver detailed Tech Packs for community sampling.
- Lead Tech Pack meetings to ensure clear communication of design intent.
- Follow up on product development and coordinate with community and clients, including travel as needed.
- Monitor production planning and ensure timely delivery using Excel.
- Fluent in English with proficiency in writing blogs, articles, and concept notes.
- Assist with cotton farming projects from cultivation to yarn production and dyeing.
- Engage in innovation projects and other tasks as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Degree in Textile and Fashion Designing.
- Experience using design software for mood boards, technical drawings, and Tech Packs. Hand-drawing skills are a plus.
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Knowledge of pattern making, grading, and sewing techniques.
- Interest in natural fibres, dyes, and artisan communities. Familiarity with handloom weaving or reed and rush industries is advantageous.
- Work experience is a plus.
- Age between 22–32.
Apply now: t.premjayanth@fibershed.lk
Closing Date: 14/07/2025

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