Designer, Hardware Outlet

About the role

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.

Responsibilities

• Work with the hardware team to create design sketches, technical drawings and create sample comments specifically for hardware in the following categories: outlet handbags / SLGs and shoes.
• Be the key interface with design teams to carry out seasonal design and brand direction.
• Uphold design integrity and brand standards throughout the entire development process.
• Research seasonal trends and keep up-to-date on market competition.
• Manage preparation for design meetings; conduct follow-up independently.
• Initiate cross-collaboration with in-house HW design teams (Handbags, RTW, Jewelry, Shoes) to collect and share design assets and seasonal direction.
• Initiate project requests and oversee to final approval.
• Maintain HW design libraries and tools for Leather Goods and Shoe Design to reference.

Requirements

• 5-7+ years Fashion industry experience.
• Experience in high fashion, including market trends, design, and luxe raw materials.
• Diverse set of experience across design categories, as well as strong construction knowledge.
• Detail oriented, strong organizational skills and deadline management.
• Highly adaptable and an exceptional communicator.
• Highly proficient skill within Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop and knowledge in 3D programs such as AutoCAD, graphite vellum and Rhino is a plus.
• Experience in hardware construction especially in handbags and preferably someone who has industrial or product design related background.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design, Industrial Design, or a related field.
• Experience: 5-7+ years in a similar role.

Skills

• Proficiency in Design software (Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop).
• Knowledge in 3D modeling programs (AutoCAD, graphite vellum, Rhino).
• Strong understanding of hardware construction, particularly in handbags.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Benefits

• Medical insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• 401(k).
• Paternity and Maternity leave.
• Commuter benefits.
• Disability insurance.
• Tuition assistance.

Pay

$85,000.00 - $108,000.00

Schedule

N/A