Designer
Tapestry, Inc., New York, NY, United States
Overview
Designer Kate Spade New York City, NY, US 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. Primary purpose
We are looking for a creative and detail-driven jewelry designer to join our jewelry design team. You will lead and 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. The ideal candidate brings creativity, technical expertise, and the confidence to drive projects from concept through execution. Key responsibilities
Lead and support the jewelry design team through all stages of the design process, staying aligned with the seasonal design calendar and proactively anticipating next steps Drive research into global trends, materials, and techniques to create jewelry that feels fresh, playful, and authentically kate spade Produce and oversee detailed CAD drawings and renderings in Illustrator and Photoshop for vendor communication and sampling Create, manage, and maintain spec sheets and technical packages, ensuring accuracy and consistency across all development stages Develop and update seasonal color cards and finish references Support, prepare and present seasonal mood boards and presentations to cross-functional partners and senior leadership Collaborate closely with design, merchandising, and production teams to ensure a cohesive and commercially strong collection Maintain organized material libraries, component archives, and reference samples Required qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience in Jewelry Design Minimum 3 years of experience in jewelry, with demonstrated ability to own projects end-to-end Strong proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and CAD rendering Highly detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple timelines simultaneously Proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment while maintaining creative quality Strong interpersonal and communication skills — able to present ideas confidently and collaborate effectively across teams A genuine love of the kate spade brand and a sharp sense of taste, trend awareness Our competencies
Courage : Provides direct, actionable feedback and handles challenging situations with honesty and clarity Creativity : Generates new ideas and connects unrelated concepts to add value Customer Focus : Dedicated to meeting internal and external customer expectations and building trust Dealing with Ambiguity : Adapts to change and makes progress without complete information Drive for Results : Consistently aims to exceed goals and deliver results Interpersonal Savvy : Builds effective relationships across all levels Learning on the Fly : Quickly learns new problems and finds solutions People management competencies
Strategic Agility : Anticipates future trends and creates credible strategies Developing Direct Reports and Others : Encourages development and builds talent Building Effective Teams : Creates a collaborative and high-performing team environment Kate Spade is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and we pride ourselves on hiring and developing the best people. All employment decisions are based on the applicant’s or employee’s qualifications as they relate to the requirements of the position. These decisions are made without regard to age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic characteristics, race, color, creed, religion, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship, disability, marital status, 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. BASE PAY RANGE: $95,000.00 TO $108,000.00. Tapestry will comply with minimum wage requirements and any other applicable pay laws based on city, county, and state regulations. Nearest Major Market: Manhattan Nearest Secondary Market: New York City Job Segment: Graphic Design, Merchandising, Creative, Retail
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Designer Kate Spade New York City, NY, US 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. Primary purpose
We are looking for a creative and detail-driven jewelry designer to join our jewelry design team. You will lead and 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. The ideal candidate brings creativity, technical expertise, and the confidence to drive projects from concept through execution. Key responsibilities
Lead and support the jewelry design team through all stages of the design process, staying aligned with the seasonal design calendar and proactively anticipating next steps Drive research into global trends, materials, and techniques to create jewelry that feels fresh, playful, and authentically kate spade Produce and oversee detailed CAD drawings and renderings in Illustrator and Photoshop for vendor communication and sampling Create, manage, and maintain spec sheets and technical packages, ensuring accuracy and consistency across all development stages Develop and update seasonal color cards and finish references Support, prepare and present seasonal mood boards and presentations to cross-functional partners and senior leadership Collaborate closely with design, merchandising, and production teams to ensure a cohesive and commercially strong collection Maintain organized material libraries, component archives, and reference samples Required qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience in Jewelry Design Minimum 3 years of experience in jewelry, with demonstrated ability to own projects end-to-end Strong proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and CAD rendering Highly detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple timelines simultaneously Proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment while maintaining creative quality Strong interpersonal and communication skills — able to present ideas confidently and collaborate effectively across teams A genuine love of the kate spade brand and a sharp sense of taste, trend awareness Our competencies
Courage : Provides direct, actionable feedback and handles challenging situations with honesty and clarity Creativity : Generates new ideas and connects unrelated concepts to add value Customer Focus : Dedicated to meeting internal and external customer expectations and building trust Dealing with Ambiguity : Adapts to change and makes progress without complete information Drive for Results : Consistently aims to exceed goals and deliver results Interpersonal Savvy : Builds effective relationships across all levels Learning on the Fly : Quickly learns new problems and finds solutions People management competencies
Strategic Agility : Anticipates future trends and creates credible strategies Developing Direct Reports and Others : Encourages development and builds talent Building Effective Teams : Creates a collaborative and high-performing team environment Kate Spade is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and we pride ourselves on hiring and developing the best people. All employment decisions are based on the applicant’s or employee’s qualifications as they relate to the requirements of the position. These decisions are made without regard to age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic characteristics, race, color, creed, religion, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship, disability, marital status, 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. BASE PAY RANGE: $95,000.00 TO $108,000.00. Tapestry will comply with minimum wage requirements and any other applicable pay laws based on city, county, and state regulations. Nearest Major Market: Manhattan Nearest Secondary Market: New York City Job Segment: Graphic Design, Merchandising, Creative, Retail
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