Designer, Soft Accessories

Tapestry•New York, NY

2d•$76,000 - $95,000•Hybrid

About The Position

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. A member of the Tapestry family, we are part of a global house of brands that has unwavering optimism and is committed to being innovative and wholly inclusive.The successful individual will leverage their proficiency in Design to: Be the key interface with the licensee design teams to carryout 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 Support Design Director in creating seasonal trend inspiration presentations Responsible for department project management (timeline adherence, ensuring all licensees and product meet key milestones and final calendar dates) Manage preparation for design meetings; conduct follow-up Collaborate closely with the Art Department; provide Art Department with seasonal artwork needs and oversee to final pass-off to the licensees or factory Partner with licensees and merchandising teams throughout the design cycle Initiate cross-collaboration with in-house design teams (Handbags, RTW, Jewelry, Shoes, Home) to collect and share design assets and seasonal direction (designs, swatches, hardware) with licensees. Manage communication of internal design priorities and changes throughout season (at sketch review, proto review and market sample review) to direct team and the licensees. Initiate project requests and oversee to final approval (with art department, hardware, editorial, legal teams) Maintain seasonal boards and design libraries, by category.

Requirements

5+ years Fashion industry experience
Experience in Accessory and RTW experience preferred
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
Ability to work in fast-paced environment
Strong organizational skills and deadline management
Highly proficient skill within Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop
an equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered

Nice To Haves

Experience in Accessory and RTW experience preferred

Responsibilities

Be the key interface with the licensee design teams to carryout 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
Support Design Director in creating seasonal trend inspiration presentations
Responsible for department project management (timeline adherence, ensuring all licensees and product meet key milestones and final calendar dates)
Manage preparation for design meetings; conduct follow-up
Collaborate closely with the Art Department; provide Art Department with seasonal artwork needs and oversee to final pass-off to the licensees or factory
Partner with licensees and merchandising teams throughout the design cycle
Initiate cross-collaboration with in-house design teams (Handbags, RTW, Jewelry, Shoes, Home) to collect and share design assets and seasonal direction (designs, swatches, hardware) with licensees.
Manage communication of internal design priorities and changes throughout season (at sketch review, proto review and market sample review) to direct team and the licensees.
Initiate project requests and oversee to final approval (with art department, hardware, editorial, legal teams)
Maintain seasonal boards and design libraries, by category.