Fashion Design Intern

Company : Loom saga

Location : Hyderabad, India (On-site)

Job Type : Full-time

Stipend Range : 8,000 - 10,000 per month (commensurate with experience and skill level)

Job Overview

This is a hybrid, multi-functional role suitable for a Fashion Design student/fresher who is skilled in sketching and fashion illustration, enjoys Indian handlooms & embroidery art, and wants holistic exposure to how a couture brand operates.

The intern will be involved in sketching, embroidery draft creation, photoshoot support, artisan coordination, exhibitions, inventory, and daily brand operations.

This is not a desk-only role this is a hands-on design + operations role where you will see your work come alive in real sarees.

Key Responsibilities

1. Fashion Design + Creative Development

• Sketch saree layouts, blouse designs, motifs, borders & pallu concepts
• Create detailed embroidery drafts for zardosi, aari, beadwork & threadwork
• Assist with handloom layout & motif scaling
• Prepare moodboards, colour stories & collection concepts
• Work directly with the founder on new design development

2. Embroidery & Artisan Coordination

• Explain designs and drafts to karigars
• Follow up daily on progress and timelines
• Perform quality checks
• Coordinate pickups/drop-offs
• Maintain embroidery production schedules

3. Photoshoots & Brand Content Support

• Assist during photoshoots (styling, saree prep, organizing looks)
• Steam ironing, draping & set preparation
• Capture BTS content
• Organize products and shortlist images post-shoot

4. Exhibitions & Brand Events

• Assist in setup, display and customer handling
• Maintain product presentation
• Help in billing, folding, and operations during events

5. Operations & Inventory Support

• Catalog new arrivals
• Track sarees sent to embroidery/work in progress
• Maintain inventory sheets
• Assist in order packing & coordination

Qualifications & Skills

Must Have

• Strong sketching & illustration skills (mandatory)
• Good aesthetic sense of colour, layout, and proportion
• Strong communication and coordination skills
• Ability to multitask and handle responsibilities independently
• Ability to work with artisans and explain designs clearly
• Basic photography

Good to Have (Not Mandatory)

• Knowledge of Procreate / Adobe Illustrator
• Understanding of Indian handlooms & embroidery techniques
• Prior internship experience in a fashion brand
• Understanding of handloom weaving processes