Fashion Designer & Production Executive -Contract

Company: ZAVI Location: Mumbai, India Type: Contract - 2 Months Key Responsibilities Design & Creative Development Independently conceptualise styles and capsule directions suited to ZAVIs markets Dubai, Riyadh, & the UK accounting for silhouette, chic but modest sensibility, for the mature audience, climate, and price architecture Initiate market and trend research and translate findings into cohesive design directions Develop mood boards, sketches, and fabric concepts as fully formed proposals not loose references Bring ideas to the Lead for alignment, then own execution completely from that point Maintain and evolve ZAVIs design language: minimalist, seasonless, contemporary, conscious Technical Design Produce accurate tech packs with full construction details, graded measurements, and material specifications Create detailed flat sketches in Adobe Illustrator Manage all revision rounds through to final approved spec Sampling Brief factories on samples directly and manage the process independently Conduct or assist in fit sessions log corrections with precision, update specs, track iterations Approve final samples in line with ZAVIs quality and aesthetic standards Production & Factory Management Manage day-to-day communication with manufacturing partners Visit factories globally, Independently or with the Lead as required Negotiate lead times and flag risks to the production calendar proactively Oversee QC at production stage and upon delivery Sourcing Source fabrics, trims, and finishes aligned with ZAVIs sustainable material framework Maintain and grow a network of reliable, ethical suppliers particularly within India What Were Looking For 7 - 10 years of experience in fashion design with end-to-end production involvement A portfolio that demonstrates design authorship and commercial range not just execution Proven ability to design for more than one market, with an understanding of how consumer needs differ Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop; working knowledge of CLO 3D or similar is a plus Strong technical understanding of garment construction and natural/sustainable fabrics Comfortable and credible in a factory environment can hold a conversation, spot a problem, and resolve it Highly self-directed you create your own task list from a brief and see it through What ZAVI Offers Real creative ownership at a brand with a clear and growing identity Direct access to founders and meaningful influence on product direction Exposure across multiple markets GCC and beyond A small, high-trust team where your contribution is visible and recognised .