Assistant, Designer - Jewelry
Tapestry, Inc., New York, NY, United States
Overview
Assistant, Designer - Jewelry – Kate Spade New York City, NY, US Kate Spade New York is a global lifestyle brand that designs handbags, ready-to-wear, jewelry, footwear, home décor, and more. The brand is known for its colorful, bold, and optimistic aesthetic and celebrates communities of women who live their perfectly imperfect lifestyles. Kate Spade New York is part of the Tapestry portfolio, a global house of brands committed to innovation and inclusion. Primary purpose
We are looking for a creative and detail-driven jewelry designer to join our jewelry design team. You will help bring our seasonal jewelry vision to life—from initial concept to final sample—working closely with the senior design director and cross-functional partners to deliver pieces that are unmistakably Kate Spade. Responsibilities
Support the jewelry design team through all stages of the design process, staying aligned with the seasonal design calendar. Participate in research of trends, materials, and techniques to create jewelry that feels fresh, playful, and authentically Kate Spade. Assist in creating and maintaining detailed spec sheets and technical packages, ensuring accuracy across all development stages. Assist in preparing and presenting seasonal mood boards and presentations to cross-functional partners. Maintain organized material libraries, component archives, and reference samples. Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design, Accessories Design, Jewelry Design, or a related field; an equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered. 0+ years of experience in jewelry design, with technical knowledge in the field. Strong proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and CAD rendering. Detail-oriented, organized, and able to multi-task. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and build strong interpersonal relationships. Genuine love of the Kate Spade brand and an excellent sense of taste and trend awareness. Our Competencies for All Employees
Courage : Provides current, direct, complete, and actionable feedback; faces problems directly; takes necessary action. Creativity : Generates new, unique ideas and connects unrelated notions to add value. Customer Focus : Dedicated to meeting internal and external customer expectations; uses customer information to improve products and services. Dealing with Ambiguity : Adapts to change, makes decisions with incomplete information, and remains calm under uncertainty. Drive for Results : Consistently aims to exceed goals and push for outcomes. Interpersonal Savvy : Relates well to others and builds effective relationships with diplomacy and tact. Learning on the Fly : Learns quickly, analyzes successes and failures, and adapts to new tasks smoothly. Our Competencies for All People Managers
Strategic Agility : Anticipates future trends and creates credible strategies and plans. Developing Direct Reports and Others : Provides development opportunities and constructs compelling development plans. Building Effective Teams : Fosters strong team morale, open dialogue, and shared ownership of success. Kate Spade is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All employment decisions are based on qualifications and work requirements, without regard to age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic characteristics, race, color, creed, religion, ethnicity, national origin, disability, marital status, military status, pregnancy, or any other legally protected basis. Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Tapestry, Inc. provides reasonable accommodations for disabilities or religious beliefs. To request accommodation during the application process, contact Tapestry People Services at 1-855-566-9264 or employeerelations@tapestry.com Base Pay Range:
$62,920.00 to $63,960.00. Tapestry complies with applicable pay laws by city, county, and state regulations. Nearest Major Market:
Manhattan;
Nearest Secondary Market:
New York City
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Assistant, Designer - Jewelry – Kate Spade New York City, NY, US Kate Spade New York is a global lifestyle brand that designs handbags, ready-to-wear, jewelry, footwear, home décor, and more. The brand is known for its colorful, bold, and optimistic aesthetic and celebrates communities of women who live their perfectly imperfect lifestyles. Kate Spade New York is part of the Tapestry portfolio, a global house of brands committed to innovation and inclusion. Primary purpose
We are looking for a creative and detail-driven jewelry designer to join our jewelry design team. You will help bring our seasonal jewelry vision to life—from initial concept to final sample—working closely with the senior design director and cross-functional partners to deliver pieces that are unmistakably Kate Spade. Responsibilities
Support the jewelry design team through all stages of the design process, staying aligned with the seasonal design calendar. Participate in research of trends, materials, and techniques to create jewelry that feels fresh, playful, and authentically Kate Spade. Assist in creating and maintaining detailed spec sheets and technical packages, ensuring accuracy across all development stages. Assist in preparing and presenting seasonal mood boards and presentations to cross-functional partners. Maintain organized material libraries, component archives, and reference samples. Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design, Accessories Design, Jewelry Design, or a related field; an equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered. 0+ years of experience in jewelry design, with technical knowledge in the field. Strong proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and CAD rendering. Detail-oriented, organized, and able to multi-task. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and build strong interpersonal relationships. Genuine love of the Kate Spade brand and an excellent sense of taste and trend awareness. Our Competencies for All Employees
Courage : Provides current, direct, complete, and actionable feedback; faces problems directly; takes necessary action. Creativity : Generates new, unique ideas and connects unrelated notions to add value. Customer Focus : Dedicated to meeting internal and external customer expectations; uses customer information to improve products and services. Dealing with Ambiguity : Adapts to change, makes decisions with incomplete information, and remains calm under uncertainty. Drive for Results : Consistently aims to exceed goals and push for outcomes. Interpersonal Savvy : Relates well to others and builds effective relationships with diplomacy and tact. Learning on the Fly : Learns quickly, analyzes successes and failures, and adapts to new tasks smoothly. Our Competencies for All People Managers
Strategic Agility : Anticipates future trends and creates credible strategies and plans. Developing Direct Reports and Others : Provides development opportunities and constructs compelling development plans. Building Effective Teams : Fosters strong team morale, open dialogue, and shared ownership of success. Kate Spade is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All employment decisions are based on qualifications and work requirements, without regard to age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic characteristics, race, color, creed, religion, ethnicity, national origin, disability, marital status, military status, pregnancy, or any other legally protected basis. Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Tapestry, Inc. provides reasonable accommodations for disabilities or religious beliefs. To request accommodation during the application process, contact Tapestry People Services at 1-855-566-9264 or employeerelations@tapestry.com Base Pay Range:
$62,920.00 to $63,960.00. Tapestry complies with applicable pay laws by city, county, and state regulations. Nearest Major Market:
Manhattan;
Nearest Secondary Market:
New York City
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