Tapestry Sr Designer, Handbags, Mainline
Tapestry, New York, NY, United States
Senior Designer – Kate Spade New York
Primary Purpose:
The Senior Designer is responsible for developing ideas and executing product design in line with the conceptual direction for a season. They will lead the team under the guidance of the Design Director while partnering with individuals across departments in Merchandising, Product Development, Raw Materials, Technical Design, and Print team.
The successful individual will leverage their proficiency in design to:
Participate in seasonal trend, market, and material research to support the overarching design concept
Support the Design Director in managing team work flow, organization and structure
Manage 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
Contribute to the overall cohesion of each seasonal assortment, working closely with other members of the design team to ensure a well-rounded product line is realized; provide recommendations regarding seasonal themes, edits to line
Ensure that product is of high quality and consistent with market trends, as well as business strategy
Support the preparation of design presentations, mood boards, and visual tools for key milestone meetings
Build strong relationships with cross functional partners across merchandising, product development, hardware design, and print team to define seasonal framework and ensure that creative ideas and business goals are aligned and executed
The accomplished individual will possess:
Bachelor's Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
8+ years leather handbag design experience in a trend-driven, aspirational brand
Strong portfolio demonstrating the ability to translate creative concepts into commercially successful products
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
Benefits Base Pay Range: $113,000.00-$157,000.00
Medical insurance, Dental insurance, Vision insurance, 401(k), 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.
Equal Opportunity Statement Kate Spade is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. 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.
American 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.
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The Senior Designer is responsible for developing ideas and executing product design in line with the conceptual direction for a season. They will lead the team under the guidance of the Design Director while partnering with individuals across departments in Merchandising, Product Development, Raw Materials, Technical Design, and Print team.
The successful individual will leverage their proficiency in design to:
Participate in seasonal trend, market, and material research to support the overarching design concept
Support the Design Director in managing team work flow, organization and structure
Manage 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
Contribute to the overall cohesion of each seasonal assortment, working closely with other members of the design team to ensure a well-rounded product line is realized; provide recommendations regarding seasonal themes, edits to line
Ensure that product is of high quality and consistent with market trends, as well as business strategy
Support the preparation of design presentations, mood boards, and visual tools for key milestone meetings
Build strong relationships with cross functional partners across merchandising, product development, hardware design, and print team to define seasonal framework and ensure that creative ideas and business goals are aligned and executed
The accomplished individual will possess:
Bachelor's Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
8+ years leather handbag design experience in a trend-driven, aspirational brand
Strong portfolio demonstrating the ability to translate creative concepts into commercially successful products
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
Benefits Base Pay Range: $113,000.00-$157,000.00
Medical insurance, Dental insurance, Vision insurance, 401(k), 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.
Equal Opportunity Statement Kate Spade is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. 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.
American 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.
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