Textile designers are responsible for creating designs in printed, woven and knitted fabrics. The work of a textile designer revolves around teams of designers and purchasing staff for design agencies. Communication skills are crucial for teamwork. It is also used for translating clients' ideas into sketches and samples. Textile designers also attend trade shows in order to produce marketable designs. Most textiles designers are employed in the fashion industry. They may also be able to find jobs in interior design, where their work may include patterns for rugs, furniture, bed linens and towels. Designers are likely to specialize in printed, knitted or woven fabrics, and their job duties may include a variety of different activities. Textile designers create two-dimensional designs that can be used in the production of knit, weave and printed fabrics or textile products. Two major areas of textiles are:
How You Learn
These programs are designed to guide students in exploring the processes and technologies in the designing and producing textiles. Students enrolling in a textile designing course should have a basic understanding of computer software, design, mathematics and patterning. They also learn about product development, body scanning and textiles and computer aided design (CAD) techniques. Many courses take place in a studio or laboratory environment to provide a practical exposure to the students. It also requires a great deal of individual research on the part of the student .The students are taught about theses different concepts:
What You Learn
It provides students with an in-depth understanding of the creation and functional utilization of various textiles. Fashion industry is the most common industry that makes use of textiles. The course will focus on the creation and design of different types of fabrics .They also offer instruction on designing and developing textile sculptures, surface textiles or constructed textiles. Students enrolled in a textile design program learn about the history of textiles. They also learn about the theoretical concepts of aesthetics and touch of the field. The study of textiles involves several hours spent in studio courses. Students complete hands-on work with the help of various materials and components that make up textiles such as knits, weaves, silks, leathers and color dyes. Courses included in the program may include the following:
EXINIANS’ are trained how to carry out the following job responsibilities successfully:
Skills You Learn
Textile designers should be creative and detail oriented. The ability to work collaboratively, meet deadlines and work well under pressure are other necessities that a textile designer should master.The industry is in a state of constant change on account of increasing use of technology and textile designers must stay up-to-date with both fabric and fashion trends .Designers create and present design sketches .They must also understand color, fabric and texture. Textile designers should be knowledgeable about relevant software, such as Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop, CAD (computer-aided design) and Web PLM fabric-tracking systems. They must also be able to meet deadlines .They should use their networking skills to develop and maintain business contacts. They should possess:
A common route within the textile design industry is from junior designer to designer, then to senior designer. The exact path will depend on personal interests, experience, preferred working environment and professional reputation. Progression may take time, particularly at the beginning of career. At higher levels, a designer's work may include more commercial and administrative activities, such as account and staff management .Career Opportunities include:
Duration of the Course: 1 year
Interested candidates must have appeared/passed the CBSE/ISCE/ISC/Regional Board (or any other equivalent board) 10+2 examination in any discipline. Candidates who have recently appeared for the examination and are awaiting their results may also apply.
We, at EXIN follow the following evaluation procedures for admission to its various courses. Candidates have to undergo:
The admission procedure to various courses at EXIN follows the method of:
1. An admission test.
2. An all-inclusive interview.