Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Profile - Personal Statement
Job Details
Affiliations
Timeline
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Hina Anees

Karachi

Summary

I am a creative, motivated and multi-faceted Textile Designer with a keen eye for detail and a huge passion for working with fabric materials, colors, textures and patterns. I have always been interested in the fashion and garments industry ever since I was a child playing dress-up and I would love to play my part in contributing to this ever-growing industry and make a real difference.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Visual Studies Department Chairperson

Jinnah University for Women
01.2024 - 01.2025
  • Currently, I serve as the Chairperson of the Visual Studies Department at a reputable university, where I oversee BS programs in Fashion Design, Textile Design, Fine Arts, and Graphic Design. Under my supervision, many of our graduates have gone on to secure positions in top advertising agencies, fashion houses, and the textile industry, as well as launch successful freelance careers.

HOD Textile

Fashion Fiesta
01.2021 - 01.2023

As Head of Department at Fashion Fiesta, I have played a key role in driving consistent sales growth by introducing innovative design concepts, trend-driven collections, and market-relevant seasonal launches. My strong focus on design originality, fabric innovation, and customer-centric fashion has resulted in a significant boost in both brand image and revenue.

By leading a talented team of designers and overseeing the end-to-end creative process—from mood board development to final product launch—I have helped Fashion Fiesta gain strong market traction and a loyal customer base. My strategies have included:

  • Launching trendsetting collections aligned with both Eastern and Western aesthetics
  • Introducing limited-edition capsule lines that generated urgency and fast sell-outs
  • Enhancing the visual merchandising and customer experience, both online and in-store
  • Leveraging fashion forecasting and customer insights to stay ahead of market trends

Thanks to these initiatives, the brand has not only increased its sales but also strengthened its identity in a highly competitive market

HOD Textile

Diners
06.2020 - 08.2020

s Head of Department at Diners, I successfully launched a high-impact Lawn Collection that received an overwhelmingly positive response from customers and generated strong sales across all retail and online channels.

My responsibilities included overseeing the design direction, fabric selection, trend analysis, and coordinating with marketing and production teams to ensure a timely and high-quality launch. The collection stood out for its unique aesthetic appeal, seasonal relevance, and customer-focused designs, which played a major role in its commercial success.

The result was:

  • A significant increase in sales and footfall during the launch period
  • Positive customer feedback on design innovation and quality
  • Strengthened brand positioning in the competitive lawn market

This successful launch reflects my ability to blend creative vision with market understanding, ensuring both brand growth and customer satisfaction

HOD Fashion and Textile

Fateh Textile
01.2018 - 01.2019

n my role as HOD at Fateh Group, I have been instrumental in achieving multiple sales milestones and introducing innovative product ideas across both the apparel and home textile segments. By closely aligning design innovation with market demand, I’ve successfully developed collections that boosted sales and expanded our brand’s footprint in both domestic and international markets.

Key contributions include:

  • Launched several new apparel and home textile product lines that were well-received in both B2B and retail channels.
  • Achieved and exceeded sales targets consistently, contributing to the company’s overall revenue growth.
  • Spearheaded marketing campaigns that improved brand visibility and customer engagement across platforms.
  • Introduced market-driven design ideas that aligned with global trends and buyer preferences.
  • Led cross-functional collaboration between design, production, and sales teams to ensure smooth execution from concept to delivery.

My dual role in creative direction and marketing leadership has helped position Fateh Group as a forward-thinking, quality-driven textile brand

HOD Textile and Fashion

Kara Brand
01.2016 - 01.2018

When I joined Kara Brand, it was a relatively new entrant in the market. As Head of Department, I played a pivotal role in establishing the brand’s identity and driving early success. Through my strong design direction, market understanding, and leadership, we were able to launch multiple successful collections that significantly boosted the brand’s visibility and sales performance.

Key Achievements:

  • Led the design and development of Kara’s first full seasonal collections, which gained strong market response.
  • Helped the brand achieve sales and growth targets despite being new in a competitive industry.
  • Built and mentored a creative team, ensuring quality, originality, and trend alignment.
  • Developed a strong foundation for the brand’s design language and product identity, helping position Kara as a fresh and appealing option for customers.

My supervision and design strategies directly contributed to Kara Brand's early recognition and commercial success in the fashion retail space.

Senior Print Designer

Junaid Jamshed
01.2009 - 01.2016
  • Successful launch of a seasonal lawn collection with strong brand impact and high sales conversion

Fashion and Print Designer

Lakhani Textile
01.2008 - 01.2009
  • working as a fashion designer

Fashion and Print Designer

Shabbir Textile
01.2005 - 01.2007
  • working as a print designer

Education

Textile Design - 4 Years Diploma in Textile Designing

Karachi School of Arts
01.2006

B.A -

DHA college for women
01.2001

Skills

  • Attention to detail
  • Curriculum development
  • Fashion forecasting
  • Market research
  • Design innovation
  • Visual merchandising
  • Problem solving
  • Industry partnerships
  • Alumni relations
  • Student recruitment
  • Research administration
  • Teaching excellence
  • Department promotion
  • Time management
  • Marketing expertise
  • Investor relations
  • Develop business structures
  • Cultural awareness
  • Operations oversight
  • Crisis management
  • MIssion and vision
  • Goal setting
  • Talent recruitment
  • Project management
  • Leadership and people development
  • Faculty recruitment
  • Mentoring faculty
  • Faculty leadership
  • Course scheduling
  • Innovative thinking
  • Interdepartmental coordination
  • Enrollment management
  • Creative direction
  • Team leadership
  • Trend analysis
  • Effective communication
  • IT skills
  • Creative Skills
  • Presentation skills

Accomplishments

Graduated with a First Class in Textile Design all over 1st position in Sindh from Karachi school of arts.

Profile - Personal Statement

I am a creative, motivated and multi-faceted Textile Designer with a keen eye for detail and a huge passion for working with fabric materials, colors, textures and patterns. I have always been interested in the fashion and garments industry ever since I was a child playing dress-up and I would love to play my part in contributing to this ever-growing industry and make a real difference.

Job Details

  • Creating and amending textile designs using Photoshop and Illustrator
  • Producing initial sketches on the computer using CAD software
  • Brainstorming ideas with managers, marketers and fellow designers on forthcoming season selections and design collections
  • Discussing with other colleagues, especially Textile Operatives, regarding the feasibility and practicality of designs.
  • Meeting regularly with clients and based on feedback modifying preliminary designs until they meet the user requirements
  • Embroidery by hand and machine
  • Sewing, knitting, dying and weaving different fabrics and materials
  • Carrying out market research to discover new retail and wholesale opportunities
  • Presenting new design concepts, mood boards and fabric qualities to clients
  • Creating design concepts for upholstery, wallpaper and bedding
  • Creating multiple colour ways for all textile prints
  • Designing garments for the masculine, feminine and children markets
  • Attending exhibitions, fairs and shows on behalf of the organization.
  • Liaising with the internal product development team and overseas suppliers and manufacturers to ensure that the products are printed and manufactured correctly.
  • Performing minor graphics design duties on brochures and catalogues.
  • Creating computerized designs using design software such as Adobe Illustrator
  • Creating detailed sketches of designs to be used as the basis for finished products.
  • Reviewing customer orders for accuracy and making any necessary adjustments to ensure satisfaction with the finished product
  • Working with computerized embroidery machines to create designs for fabric patterns.
  • Developing new textile products by creating designs and patterns based on current trends in fashion or other industries such as home décor or automotive
  • Consulting with clients to determine their needs and preferences, such as specific colors or fabrics.
  • Consulting with marketing staff to develop a brand image for the company or product line.
  • Determining methods for producing and finishing materials such as dyes, yarns, fabrics, or interlinings
  • Analyzing competitors’ products and designing new products that improve upon previous designs.

Affiliations

I have actively participated in various exhibitions such as DACCH, Orange Tree, and Behbud, showcasing and promoting handcrafted products made by women artisans. Through these platforms, I’ve consistently worked towards women empowerment by:

  • Supporting local women-led businesses
  • Promoting sustainable and ethical products
  • Facilitating skill development and economic opportunities for underprivileged women
  • Creating awareness about gender equality and inclusive entrepreneurship

These exhibitions have allowed me to advocate for social change, connect with like-minded individuals and organizations, and directly contribute to empowering women through economic independence.

Timeline

Visual Studies Department Chairperson

Jinnah University for Women
01.2024 - 01.2025

HOD Textile

Fashion Fiesta
01.2021 - 01.2023

HOD Textile

Diners
06.2020 - 08.2020

HOD Fashion and Textile

Fateh Textile
01.2018 - 01.2019

HOD Textile and Fashion

Kara Brand
01.2016 - 01.2018

Senior Print Designer

Junaid Jamshed
01.2009 - 01.2016

Fashion and Print Designer

Lakhani Textile
01.2008 - 01.2009

Fashion and Print Designer

Shabbir Textile
01.2005 - 01.2007

Textile Design - 4 Years Diploma in Textile Designing

Karachi School of Arts

B.A -

DHA college for women
Hina Anees