Steve Madden · 3 months ago
Designer, Handbags - NYC
New York, NY, 10001, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$100K/yr - $105K/yr
3+ years expSteve Madden is a prominent brand in the fashion industry, and they are seeking a Designer for Handbags to create innovative and brand-right handbag designs for seasonal collections. This role involves collaborating with various teams and managing multiple projects while working on-site in their NYC office.
ApparelFashionRetailShoes
Responsibilities
Research fashion trends, materials, colors, and hardware to inspire and inform designs
Design and develop seasonal handbag collections aligned with brand identity and market trends
Present concepts and collections to VP of Design that align with seasonal direction
Create detailed design sketches, CAD's, and tech packs for development
Collaborate with product development and technical design teams to ensure accurate execution of design intent
Attend sample reviews to ensure consistency and quality
Daily communication with overseas suppliers to ensure all details are implemented during the development process
Juggle multiple collections and projects simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines
Finalize technical specs in prep for production hand off after sales orders are placed
Stay up to date with competitor products, pricing, and market trends
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design, Accessories Design or equivalent experience
Minimum of 3–5+ years of handbag or accessories design experience
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop
Excellent interpersonal, problem-solving, organizational, collaborative and time management skills
Strong sketching and rendering skills, both by hand and digitally
Solid knowledge of handbag materials, construction, and hardware
Understanding of technical specs, construction, and materials
Strong organizational skills and ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
Proactive, positive attitude, and a fast learner who thrives in a collaborative team
Benefits
Health and dental insurance
Life insurance
Disability insurance
401K
Paid holidays
A generous paid time-off policy
Career opportunities within a dynamic team
Company
Steve Madden
Steve Madden is a designer and marketer of fashion footwear, accessories, and apparel.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown1993-12-23IPO
Leadership Team
Edward Rosenfeld
Chief Executive Officer
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Arvind Dharia
CFO
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