Adecco
Adecco Creative is partnering with an iconic NYC fashion brand to recruit for a Handbag – Designer for Outlet. This role will be ongoing contract and a hybrid schedule.
Primary Purpose: The Designer, Handbags is responsible for conceptualizing, creating, and developing fashion driven handbag designs that are reflective of the creative vision and brand aesthetic. You will be part of a dynamic, creative environment where you will collaborate with talented designers and cross-functional partners in the business.
The successful individual will leverage their proficiency in Handbag Design to: • Manage the design process from conception through production • Actively participate in the conceptual development of silhouettes (i.e., ability to communicate and sell ideas/concepts) • Focus on bringing innovation and modernity to core and novelty product • Execute tech packs/design cards based on approved design concepts • Participate in research of seasonal trends and keep up-to-date on market competition • Ensure that product is of high quality and consistent with market trends, as well as business strategy • Work with technical design and product development partners to ensure design packages are complete and accurate • Create and maintain presentation boards, gather relevant materials for inspiration and direction. • Partner with merchandising and product development throughout the design cycle • Work with in-house Art Department to coordinate artwork needed for tech packs, and material development • Execute corrections as needed; works with merchandising and production to find appropriate solutions to cost or construction issues. • Some travel for research and/or product development is potentially required
The accomplished individual will possess: • College degree in fashion design or a related field preferred. • 7+ years design experience • Experience designing handbags/leather goods • Past experience with independent contemporary brands a plus • Strong computer knowledge, including Adobe Illustrator • Strong ability to hand sketch • Strong design and conceptual skills • Strong sense of trends, style and color • Knowledge of raw materials, as well as construction techniques • Graphic design and experience working with prints a plus • Strong communication and organizational skills • Understanding of merchandising as it relates to sales and store environment
Primary Purpose: The Designer, Handbags is responsible for conceptualizing, creating, and developing fashion driven handbag designs that are reflective of the creative vision and brand aesthetic. You will be part of a dynamic, creative environment where you will collaborate with talented designers and cross-functional partners in the business.
The successful individual will leverage their proficiency in Handbag Design to: • Manage the design process from conception through production • Actively participate in the conceptual development of silhouettes (i.e., ability to communicate and sell ideas/concepts) • Focus on bringing innovation and modernity to core and novelty product • Execute tech packs/design cards based on approved design concepts • Participate in research of seasonal trends and keep up-to-date on market competition • Ensure that product is of high quality and consistent with market trends, as well as business strategy • Work with technical design and product development partners to ensure design packages are complete and accurate • Create and maintain presentation boards, gather relevant materials for inspiration and direction. • Partner with merchandising and product development throughout the design cycle • Work with in-house Art Department to coordinate artwork needed for tech packs, and material development • Execute corrections as needed; works with merchandising and production to find appropriate solutions to cost or construction issues. • Some travel for research and/or product development is potentially required
The accomplished individual will possess: • College degree in fashion design or a related field preferred. • 7+ years design experience • Experience designing handbags/leather goods • Past experience with independent contemporary brands a plus • Strong computer knowledge, including Adobe Illustrator • Strong ability to hand sketch • Strong design and conceptual skills • Strong sense of trends, style and color • Knowledge of raw materials, as well as construction techniques • Graphic design and experience working with prints a plus • Strong communication and organizational skills • Understanding of merchandising as it relates to sales and store environment