Tapestry, Inc.
Assistant Designer, Outlet Leathergoods
Kate Spade New York is a global lifestyle brand that designs extraordinary things for the everyday, delivering seasonal collections of handbags, ready‑to‑wear, jewelry, footwear, home décor, and more. Since its launch in 1993 with a collection of six essential handbags, Kate Spade has always been colorful, bold, and optimistic. Known for its rich heritage and unique brand DNA, Kate Spade New York offers a distinctive point of view and celebrates communities of women around the globe who live their perfectly imperfect lifestyles.
A member of the Tapestry family, we are part of a global house of brands that has unwavering optimism and is committed to being innovative and wholly inclusive.
Job Title: Assistant Designer, Outlet Leathergoods
Primary Purpose:
To conceptualize, create, and develop designs for outlet handbags and small leather goods.
Essential duties and responsibilities
Support the design process from conception through production.
Responsible for market / trend research and communication of design ideas.
Provide recommendations regarding seasonal themes, edits to line, new concepts, etc.
Ensure that product is of high quality and consistent with market trends, as well as business strategy.
Work with pre‑production partner for handbags to ensure design packages are complete and accurate.
Work collaboratively with the design team to design/spec handbags and small leather goods.
Create highly detailed specs.
Work with merchandising and sales teams and assist in determining sales need.
Collaborate and develop close working relationships with tech design, merchandising, production, the CAD team, sourcing offices and vendors to ensure quality, delivery and business practices are achieved and upheld.
Education and experience required:
Bachelor's degree in a related field.
Minimum 1+ years of experience.
Experience in Photoshop and Illustrator.
Strong ability to hand sketch.
Knowledge of raw materials and construction techniques.
Strong communication and organizational skills.
Kate Spade is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and we pride ourselves on hiring and developing the best people. All employment decisions (including recruitment, hiring, promotion, compensation, transfer, training, discipline and termination) are based on the applicant's or employee's qualifications as they relate to the requirements of the position under consideration. These decisions are made without regard to 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.
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
Tapestry, Inc. will provide applicants and employees with reasonable accommodation for disabilities or religious beliefs. If you require reasonable accommodation to complete the application process, please contact Tapestry People Services at 1‑855‑566‑9264 or employeerelations@tapestry.com.
Nearest Major Market: Manhattan
Nearest Secondary Market: New York City
Job Segment: Outside Sales, Merchandising, Graphic Design, Sales, Retail, Creative
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A member of the Tapestry family, we are part of a global house of brands that has unwavering optimism and is committed to being innovative and wholly inclusive.
Job Title: Assistant Designer, Outlet Leathergoods
Primary Purpose:
To conceptualize, create, and develop designs for outlet handbags and small leather goods.
Essential duties and responsibilities
Support the design process from conception through production.
Responsible for market / trend research and communication of design ideas.
Provide recommendations regarding seasonal themes, edits to line, new concepts, etc.
Ensure that product is of high quality and consistent with market trends, as well as business strategy.
Work with pre‑production partner for handbags to ensure design packages are complete and accurate.
Work collaboratively with the design team to design/spec handbags and small leather goods.
Create highly detailed specs.
Work with merchandising and sales teams and assist in determining sales need.
Collaborate and develop close working relationships with tech design, merchandising, production, the CAD team, sourcing offices and vendors to ensure quality, delivery and business practices are achieved and upheld.
Education and experience required:
Bachelor's degree in a related field.
Minimum 1+ years of experience.
Experience in Photoshop and Illustrator.
Strong ability to hand sketch.
Knowledge of raw materials and construction techniques.
Strong communication and organizational skills.
Kate Spade is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and we pride ourselves on hiring and developing the best people. All employment decisions (including recruitment, hiring, promotion, compensation, transfer, training, discipline and termination) are based on the applicant's or employee's qualifications as they relate to the requirements of the position under consideration. These decisions are made without regard to 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.
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
Tapestry, Inc. will provide applicants and employees with reasonable accommodation for disabilities or religious beliefs. If you require reasonable accommodation to complete the application process, please contact Tapestry People Services at 1‑855‑566‑9264 or employeerelations@tapestry.com.
Nearest Major Market: Manhattan
Nearest Secondary Market: New York City
Job Segment: Outside Sales, Merchandising, Graphic Design, Sales, Retail, Creative
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