Adecco Creative is partnering with one of NYC’s more iconic fashion brands to recruit for a Women’s Handbag and SLG Designer. Candidates should have strong experience working with luxury brands and be proficient in Adobe Illustrator. This is a hybrid position located in Midtown Manhattan. Relocation is not available.
Primary Purpose: The Designer will work the Design Director to initiate concepts each season that are fashion driven, reflective of the creative vision and brand aesthetic. You will be a part of a dynamic, creative environment where you will collaborate with talented designers and cross-functional partners in the business.
The successful individual will leverage their proficiency in Design to...
- Create sketches and product prototypes throughout the conceptual design process.
- Partner with creative team to develop and refine seasonal concept, materials, hardware, and color palette for handbag/accessories collections.
- Responsible for timeline adherence; ensure all Design Cards are completed accurately and delivered to Product Development on time; ensure all prototypes are available for product presentation and finalization. Ensure staff completes projects on timeline.
- Responsible for upholding design integrity, high quality execution, and timeliness throughout the entire development process from concept through engineering and commercialization.
- Partner cross-functionally with Merchandising, Sourcing, and Product Development on regular basis. Participate in meetings with cross-functional category partners.
- Mentor and develop Design Associates and Assistants
The accomplished individual will possess...
- Must possess a strong fashion sense and have the ability to interpret trends
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills with the ability to interact with a diverse group at all levels
- Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail and follow-up
- Strong attention to detail
- Must be flexible with the ability to self-manage and handle multiple priorities at once
- Must be a collaborative, team player with great initiative
An outstanding professional will have...
- Minimum 5 years of experience designing handbags and/or small leather goods
- Bachelor’s Degree in Design or related field
- Ability to sketch both technical drawings and freeform rendering
- Experience developing product directly with factories; understanding of development from concept through engineering, required
- Understanding of materials, hardware, leather, and handbag construction required
- Strong working knowledge of Adobe Illustrator, both in sketching and color option renderings
- Experience managing Design Assistant, Apprentice and/or Freelance reports