Assistant, Designer
About The Position
Kate Spade New York is seeking a creative and detail-driven jewelry designer to join their jewelry design team. This role will be responsible for bringing the seasonal jewelry vision to life, from initial concept to final sample, working closely with the senior design director and cross-functional partners to deliver pieces that are unmistakably Kate Spade. The successful individual will leverage their proficiency in Jewelry Design to support the jewelry design team through all stages of the design process, staying aligned with the seasonal design calendar. They will participate in researching trends, materials, and techniques to create jewelry that feels fresh, playful, and authentically Kate Spade. This role will also assist in creating and maintaining detailed spec sheets and technical packages, ensuring accuracy across all development stages, and preparing and presenting seasonal mood boards and presentations to cross-functional partners. The designer will also maintain organized material libraries, component archives, and reference samples.
Requirements
- Bachelors degree in Fashion Design, accessories design, jewelry design, or a related field; an equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
- 0+ years experience in jewelry design, with technical knowledge in the field.
- Strong proficiency in adobe illustrator, photoshop, and CAD rendering.
- Detail oriented, organized and ability to multi-task.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and build strong interpersonal relationships.
- A genuine love of the Kate Spade brand and an excellent sense of taste and trend awareness.
Responsibilities
- Support the jewelry design team through all stages of the design process, staying aligned with the seasonal design calendar.
- Participate in research trends, materials, and techniques to create jewelry that feels fresh, playful, and authentically Kate Spade.
- Assist in creating and maintaining detailed spec sheets and technical packages, ensuring accuracy across all development stages.
- Assist in preparing and present seasonal mood boards and presentation to cross functional partners.
- Maintain organized material libraries, component archives, and reference samples.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- 401 (K)
- Paid Paternity and Maternity leave
- Commuter Benefits
- Disability insurance
- Tuition assistance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
