Michael Kors
Who You Are
We’re looking for a motivated Women’s Footwear Designer to support the Outlet/Cutup design team. This role will support the Design Director, Senior Designer, and Technical Designer through the full development cycle.
What You’ll Do
Research and analyze seasonal fashion trends, including materials from the latest runways and the competitive commercial market
Create shoe sketches based on concept direction, CADs, and technical specs for off-price channels (Outlet and Cutup)
Present design ideas and sketches to internal teams
Assist in material and color selection during detailing
Support fit corrections, proto prepping/presentation boards, layer-up treatment specs, and graphic placement
Participate in costing, CAD reviews, sketch reviews, and market meetings; take notes and communicate across cross-functional teams as needed
Communicate daily developments with factories
Assist in developing prototypes through to final, pre-production refined samples
Collaborate closely with product development, merchandising, and materials teams to ensure cost-effective and efficient design execution
Create and maintain legal decks and follow up as needed
Organize design archives, material library, and footwear proto samples
Provide administrative support for design meetings (e.g., tracking proto shipments, preparing presentation boards, etc.)
You’ll Need to Have
2+ years’ design experience within the women’s footwear industry
Bachelor’s degree in footwear design or related field preferred
Strong sketching skills; hand sketching preferred
Proficiency in Adobe Illustration and CAD
Experience in creating footwear specifications
Basic knowledge of footwear construction and materials (especially synthetic and fabric types preferred)
Strong sense of color, fashion trends, and materials
Ability to prioritize tasks across multiple deadlines, meet work milestones, and follow through with strong time-management skills
Self-motivated, proactive, organized and team player
Working knowledge of PLM is preferred but not required
Graphic manipulation experience is preferred but not required
Perks
Generous Paid Time Off & Holiday Calendar
Summer Fridays
Internal Mobility Across Brands
Cross-Brand Discount
Exclusive Employee Sales
Fav 5 Cards (MK Discount for friends and family)
401k Match
Paid Parental Leave
Thrive Wellness Program
Commuter Benefits
Gym Discounts
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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.
Compensation Range:
$65,000.00-$70,000.00
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What You’ll Do
Research and analyze seasonal fashion trends, including materials from the latest runways and the competitive commercial market
Create shoe sketches based on concept direction, CADs, and technical specs for off-price channels (Outlet and Cutup)
Present design ideas and sketches to internal teams
Assist in material and color selection during detailing
Support fit corrections, proto prepping/presentation boards, layer-up treatment specs, and graphic placement
Participate in costing, CAD reviews, sketch reviews, and market meetings; take notes and communicate across cross-functional teams as needed
Communicate daily developments with factories
Assist in developing prototypes through to final, pre-production refined samples
Collaborate closely with product development, merchandising, and materials teams to ensure cost-effective and efficient design execution
Create and maintain legal decks and follow up as needed
Organize design archives, material library, and footwear proto samples
Provide administrative support for design meetings (e.g., tracking proto shipments, preparing presentation boards, etc.)
You’ll Need to Have
2+ years’ design experience within the women’s footwear industry
Bachelor’s degree in footwear design or related field preferred
Strong sketching skills; hand sketching preferred
Proficiency in Adobe Illustration and CAD
Experience in creating footwear specifications
Basic knowledge of footwear construction and materials (especially synthetic and fabric types preferred)
Strong sense of color, fashion trends, and materials
Ability to prioritize tasks across multiple deadlines, meet work milestones, and follow through with strong time-management skills
Self-motivated, proactive, organized and team player
Working knowledge of PLM is preferred but not required
Graphic manipulation experience is preferred but not required
Perks
Generous Paid Time Off & Holiday Calendar
Summer Fridays
Internal Mobility Across Brands
Cross-Brand Discount
Exclusive Employee Sales
Fav 5 Cards (MK Discount for friends and family)
401k Match
Paid Parental Leave
Thrive Wellness Program
Commuter Benefits
Gym Discounts
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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.
Compensation Range:
$65,000.00-$70,000.00
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