Michael Kors is hiring: Assistant Designer, Women’s Sweaters in New York

This range is provided by Michael Kors. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$45,000.00/yr - $64,000.00/yr

Who You Are:

You are energetic, collaborative, have strong communication and are results driven. You thrive in a rapidly changing environment, are curious and have the vision to develop and build the brand esthetic. You are a prolific designer with a strong fashion sense, trend awareness, and industry knowledge.

What You’ll Do:

• Understand the Michael Kors aesthetic and translate it into seasonal products
• Support and collaborate with the Senior Designer on the entire product design process for both mainline and outlet
• Seasonal research including trend and market research
• Research and source yarn from both Italian and Asian mills keeping in mind price points, specialist attributes and sustainability
• Develop seasonally appropriate stitches that align with both the Michael Kors aesthetic and seasonal concepts
• Sketching on photoshop and illustrator
• Complete design technical packages and trim BOMs in PLM system in order to develop precise and engaging proto and showroom samples
• Update tech packs daily in the PLM system
• Involved in proto & production fitting and be able to communicate design comments to cross functional teams and overseas offices
• Communicate and collaborate internally with merchandising, product development and technical design teams as well as our partners on the MMK team.
• Communicate regularly and clearly to our overseas agents and global cross-functional partners
• Assist in day to day projects including emails, meeting preparations and updating tech packs

You’ll Need to Have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Fashion/Textile Design, specialization in fully fashioned sweaters preferred
• 1+ year of related experience which can include internships while studying
• Proficient in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop
• PLM experience
• Understanding of technical knitting capabilities, yarn construction, machine gauge and garment construction
• Excellent organizational, time management and communication skills
• Can-do mind set with positive attitude and a team-player
• Ability to work in office 3 days a week (sometimes 5 days - meeting dependent)

We’d Love to See:

• Enthusiasm for the Brand and strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
• Experience with flats and technical drawings and CADS
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage workflow in a fast-paced environment, working collaboratively to meet all deadlines
• Generous Paid Time Off & Holiday Schedule
• Summer Fridays
• Internal mobility across Versace, Jimmy Choo and Michael Kors
• Cross-brand Discount
• Exclusive Employee Sales
• Fav 5 Cards (MK Discount for friends and family)
• 401k Match
• Thrive Wellness Program

At Capri, we are all responsible for creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We try to inspire change and growth within each other and believe success is a result that comes from our differences. Capri is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusivity regardless of age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic characteristics, race, color, creed, religion, ethnicity, national origin, alienage, citizenship, disability, marital status, military status, pregnancy, or any other legally-recognized protected basis prohibited by applicable law. M/D/F/V

At Capri Holdings Limited, our commitment to inclusivity and accessibility begins with the candidate experience. If you require a reasonable accommodation for the interview or application process, please contact our Diversity and Inclusion team at CapriDiversityandInclusion@CapriHoldings.com.

In compliance with certain Pay Transparency laws, employers are required to disclose a salary range. The salary for this position will vary based on role requirements, skill set and years of experience.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Art/Creative and Design

• Industries

  Retail Apparel and Fashion, Retail, and Retail Luxury Goods and Jewelry

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Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid maternity leave

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