Hi, I’m Ritika Ranjan, a textile designer from Pune with a background in ethnic womenswear and a rigorous academic grounding in textile design. I’m passionate about storytelling through varied textile materials and enjoy understanding real-world problems through material exploration. I’m looking for opportunities that combine my love for narrative with hands-on design and manufacturing experience, while I relearn and refine skills in a collaborative studio. During my education at NID (M.Des in Textile Design) and my industry roles—from designer and print designer to co-founder of Sutra Studio—I’ve developed skills in vendor management, production, embroidery, dyeing, and printing, and I’ve collaborated with artisans and brands to create contemporary collections. I’m excited to contribute to a studio that values craft, research, and social context.

RITIKA RANJAN

Hi, I’m Ritika Ranjan, a textile designer from Pune with a background in ethnic womenswear and a rigorous academic grounding in textile design. I’m passionate about storytelling through varied textile materials and enjoy understanding real-world problems through material exploration. I’m looking for opportunities that combine my love for narrative with hands-on design and manufacturing experience, while I relearn and refine skills in a collaborative studio. During my education at NID (M.Des in Textile Design) and my industry roles—from designer and print designer to co-founder of Sutra Studio—I’ve developed skills in vendor management, production, embroidery, dyeing, and printing, and I’ve collaborated with artisans and brands to create contemporary collections. I’m excited to contribute to a studio that values craft, research, and social context.

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Hi, I’m Ritika Ranjan, a textile designer from Pune with a background in ethnic womenswear and a rigorous academic grounding in textile design. I’m passionate about storytelling through varied textile materials and enjoy understanding real-world problems through material exploration. I’m looking for opportunities that combine my love for narrative with hands-on design and manufacturing experience, while I relearn and refine skills in a collaborative studio.

During my education at NID (M.Des in Textile Design) and my industry roles—from designer and print designer to co-founder of Sutra Studio—I’ve developed skills in vendor management, production, embroidery, dyeing, and printing, and I’ve collaborated with artisans and brands to create contemporary collections. I’m excited to contribute to a studio that values craft, research, and social context.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Designer (Retainership) at Seasons Apparel Ltd.
October 1, 2024 - Present
Designer on Women’s Occasion Wear range for Festive’25; planned and developing a collection of 20 looks in various embroidery techniques including pittas and thread, using machine and handwork.
Print Designer at Lajjoo C
October 1, 2018 - January 1, 2019
Researched A/W ’19 prints and developed a range of 6 artworks with coordinated stripes for digital printing for Festive’19 season. Sampled and produced prints on organza and mul.
Associate Designer at Sionnah Pret - Couture
December 1, 2017 - July 1, 2018
Developed close to 25 garments for their Indian & Western occasion wear line for stock at Bandra store.
Co-Founder at Sutra Studio
August 1, 2017 - November 1, 2017
Developed a collection of 15 jackets (Womenswear) based on Kantha embroidery; sourced fabrics and set up the production unit.
Assistant Designer & Media Content Development at Shyamal & Bhumika
June 1, 2016 - July 1, 2017
Developed pieces for their annual and capsule collections; contributed to Delhi Couture Week 2017 and India Beach Fashion Week 2017; collaborated with sales/merchandising for special orders; developed surface ornamentation swatches and silhouettes with machine & hand embroidery, dyeing and printing; prepared concept notes for collections and press kits.
Intern at Shahi Exports Private Ltd.
May 1, 2015 - July 1, 2015
Merchandising and design department internship; worked with the Tommy Hilfiger Division on knitted polos; observed sampling processes, P.O, lead times and order fulfillment in an export house.

Education

Master of Design (M.Des) in Textile Design at National Institute of Design, Ahmedabad
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2024
Bachelor of Design (B.Des) in Fashion Design at National Institute of Fashion Technology, Patna
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2016

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Manufacturing, Retail, Education, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment