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Tapestry

Assistant Designer, Outlet Leathergoods

Tapestry, New York, New York, us, 10261

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Since its launch in 1993 with a collection of six essential handbags, Kate Spade New York has always been colorful, bold, and optimistic. Today, it 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. 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.

Kate Spade New York is part of the Tapestry portfolio – a global house of brands committed to stretching what’s possible.

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 the 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 the quality, delivery and business practices are achieved and upheld

Education and experience required

bachelor’s degree in a related field

minimum 1+ years experience

experience in Photoshop and Illustrator

strong ability to hand sketch

knowledge of raw materials, as well as 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

Visit Kate Spade at www.katespade.com.

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BASE PAY RANGE $30.25

TO

$30.75

Hourly

Here are some of the benefits that we offer: Medical insurance, Dental insurance, Vision insurance, 401K, Paid Paternity and Maternity leave, Commuter Benefits, Disability insurance and Tuition assistance. Please click here for a complete list of U.S Corporate Compensation & Benefits.

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