About the Role
The Design Assistant supports the Senior Designer in executing branded Cold Weather and Fashion Accessories for Steve Madden. This role is crucial for maintaining brand aesthetic and managing design projects.
Responsibilities
- Manage sample closet and pull samples for customers.
- Assist in the creative design of accessories, focusing on quality, pattern, and color aligned with trend direction.
- Create and manage tracking sheets for samples across multiple seasons.
- Create CADs using Illustrator and Photoshop.
- Communicate directly with factories and internal cross-functional teams.
- Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in a related field.
- Minimum of 1 year of experience in a related field.
- Proficient in Adobe Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop).
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
- Excellent interpersonal, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
Skills
- Organizational Skills
- CAD creation using Illustrator and Photoshop
- Communication Skills
- Adobe Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop)
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Interpersonal skills
- Problem-solving skills
Location
- NYC
Work Type
- On-site
- Full-time
Experience Level
- 1 year
Education Level
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
Salary/Compensations
- $26-28/hour
Benefits
- Health and dental insurance
- Life insurance
- Disability insurance
- 401K
- Paid holidays
- Generous paid time-off policy
- Career opportunities
About the Company
- Steve Madden is a dynamic company with a strong brand aesthetic in the fashion accessories market.
