Job Title: Sr. Footwear Designer - Production & Craft (24 Years Experience)
Location: Kolkata
Job Type: Full-Time
Industry: D2C (Direct-to-Consumer) Designer Footwear
ROLE:
We are looking for a Footwear Designer with 24 years of hands-on production experience at a designer brand or studio to join our growing team. This role is ideal for someone who understands the realities of factory-floor execution, artisan coordination, and timelineswhile also contributing to design development.
You will be responsible for translating design intent into scalable production, managing day-to-day execution of all orders, and overseeing embroidery and craftsmanship quality. You'll work closely with founders, karigars, embroidery units, and production partners to ensure every pair meets our design, comfort, and quality standards.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Design Support & Development:
- Assist senior designers/founders in developing bridal, festive, and casual footwear collections.
- Translate design concepts into executable sketches, technical drawings, and specs.
- Support custom and made-to-order client designs with clear execution briefs.
- Source and manage materials, trims, soles, and embellishments aligned with brand aesthetics and cost targets.
Production & Order Execution (Core Focus):
- Own end-to-end production execution forall orders, including sampling, bulk, and custom pieces.
- Coordinate daily with factories, karigars, and vendors to track progress and resolve issues.
- Manage production timelines, work allocation, and follow-ups to ensure on-time dispatch.
- Conduct in-line and final quality checks for fit, finish, embroidery, and comfort.
- Flag production risks early and suggest practical, on-ground solutions.
Embroidery & Craft Management:
- Oversee hand embroidery accuracy with design description
- Coordinate with junior designers to ensure sampling accuracy and consistency in bulk
- Monitor embroidery timelines closely to avoid production bottlenecks.
- Maintain quality standards while balancing timelines and scalability.
Qualifications & Experience:
- Bachelor's degree or diploma in Footwear Design or a related field.
- 24 years of experience in production, sampling, or execution at a designer brand, footwear label, or accessories studio.
- Strong understanding of footwear construction, pattern making, shoe lasts, sole types, and comfort considerations
- Ability to read and create basic technical drawings and specs.
- Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator / Photoshop / CorelDRAW (or equivalent) is a plus
- Experience working directly with artisans, factories, or embroidery units.
You'll Do Well If You:
- Have spent time on the factory floor or in production studios.
- Are comfortable managing multiple orders and tight wedding timelines.
- Care deeply about craftsmanship, finish, and execution quality.
- Can balance design intent with real-world production constraints.
What We Offer:
- A hands-on role at the intersection ofdesign, production, and Indian wedding craftsmanship.
- Significant ownership over production and execution from Day 1.
- Close collaboration with founders and direct exposure to decision-making.
- Opportunity to grow into a senior production or design-management role as the brand scales.
