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Assistant Designer, Outlet

Tapestry, Inc., New York, NY, United States


Overview 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 decor, 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. We are part of a global house of brands that has unwavering optimism and is committed to being innovative and wholly inclusive. Visit Our People page to learn more about Tapestry's commitment to equity, inclusion, and diversity.

Job Title Assistant Designer, Outlet Leathergoods

Primary Purpose As the Assistant Designer, you will assist in the creative development of handbags and SLGrom the guidance of the Senior Design Director, from initial concept through to final product execution. This role helps ensure the seasonal vision is translated into compelling product, while maintaining organization and momentum across the design and development process.

Responsibilities

Participate in seasonal trend, market, and material research to support the overarching design concept.

Support the design process from conception through production.

Create and maintain detailed CADs and technical specification packages to accurately communicate design intent, construction details, and material usage to factories and PD partners.

Support the preparation of design presentations, mood boards, and visual tools for key milestone meetings.

Organize and maintain design samples, panels, trials, and reference libraries in a clean, efficient, and systematic manner.

Collaborate with cross-functional partners in Merchandising, PD, Hardware Design, Tech Design, and Print Design teams to support the design process from concept through to final production.

Education and Experience

Bachelor s degree in a related field; an equivalent combination of education and work experience will be considered

Minimum 1+ years experience

Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and Microsoft Excel

Hand sketching ability

Knowledge of raw materials, as well as construction techniques

Strong communication and organizational skills

Flexible, self-motivated, and eager to learn

Comfortable in a fast-paced, creative environment with evolving priorities

Additional Details Base Pay Range: $30.00-$30.30

Our competencies for all employees include Courage, Creativity, Customer Focus, Dealing with Ambiguity, Drive for Results, Interpersonal Savvy, and Learning on the Fly. For people managers, additional competencies include Strategic Agility, Developing Direct Reports and Others, and Building Effective Teams.

Compliance and Benefits Kate Spade is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All employment decisions are based on qualifications as they relate to the position. 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 protected basis.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

Tapestry, Inc. will provide reasonable accommodation for disabilities or religious beliefs. If you require accommodation to complete the application process, please contact Tapestry People Services at 1-855-566-9264 or employeerelations@tapestry.com.

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Note:

This description reflects the current responsibilities and requirements and is subject to change at the company s discretion.

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