Associate Designer - Handbags

General Summary
We are looking for a skilled handbag Associate Designer to work on our Steve Madden Handbag team!

Major Responsibilities

Fast and efficient knowledge in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop

Email and communicate directly with factories on development and our teams overseas to source new materials

Attend trade shows, shop retail and research to ensure designs are on trend for our brand and represent our target customer

Be able to develop product from start to finish. This includes CAD presentations, print development, and detailed specs

Design categories include: handbags, SLGs, diaper bags and weekenders

Be responsible for own account and design to target this specific customer while still keeping true to the brand

Be able to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines while not compromising design aesthetic

Job Specific Requirements

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Proficient in CAD

Ability to re-design

Work Closely with Design Manager

Education, Licenses, Certificates, Registrations And/or Experience

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

3 years’ experience

Proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Outlook, Word, and Excel

The expected base salary for this position ranges from $60,000-$70,000. Ranges are based on various factors such as relevant skillset, training, years of experience related to the current job description, education, and our organizational structure. In addition to the base salary, Steve Madden offers a competitive benefits package that includes health and dental insurance, life insurance, disability insurance, 401K, paid holidays, a generous paid time-off policy, and career opportunities within a dynamic team.

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