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Fourth Floor

Footwear Designer - High Heels

Fourth Floor, New York, New York, us, 10261

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This position is offered by Fourth Floor. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range $90,000.00/yr - $120,000.00/yr

Location New York City, NY

Position Footwear Designer – High Heels

Responsibilities

Design and develop seasonal high‑heel collections, including sketches, material selection, and color palettes aligned with brand direction and market trends.

Create detailed tech packs, specifications, and prototypes to communicate design intent to factories and vendors.

Collaborate closely with product development, merchandising, and sourcing teams to ensure fit, comfort, and design integrity through all development stages.

Research runway, street style, and competitive markets to identify emerging trends and innovations in heel shapes, lasts, and constructions.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Footwear Design, Fashion Design, or a related field.

3–5 years of footwear design experience, with a strong focus on women’s dress or high‑heel categories.

Proficient in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and 3D design software (e.g., Rhino, KeyShot, or CLO).

Strong understanding of lasts, heel construction, materials, and comfort engineering principles.

Seniority level Mid‑Senior level

Employment type Full‑time

Job function Design

Industries Retail Apparel & Fashion, Apparel Manufacturing

Benefits

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

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