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About the Role
This role is ideal for someone passionate about the junior accessories space, with a strong understanding of emerging trends, prints, and the fast fashion cycle. This position reports to the Creative Director and is based onsite 4 days per week, with 1 day work from home, in our NYC office.
Responsibilities
- Conduct seasonal trend and color research; stay updated on competitor activity, street style, and runway influences relevant to the junior market
- Create compelling and on-trend handbag designs from initial concept through to final production
- Create detailed sketches, CADs, and comprehensive tech packs/spec sheets for development
- Maintain daily communication with overseas factories to manage development samples, clarify technical specifications, and troubleshooting production issues
- Partner with the production team for timely execution and the sourcing team to select appropriate materials, trims, and hardware
- Design and develop prints and surface embellishments
- Manage multiple collections and projects simultaneously under tight, fast-paced deadlines
- Able to manage multiple projects and deadlines with support and resources as needed
- Perform other duties and special projects as assigned
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design, Accessories Design, or related field preferred
- Minimum of 5-8 years of handbag design experience (junior market a plus)
- Strong Adobe Creative Suite skills (Illustrator, Photoshop, etc.)
- Ability to digitally sketch quickly and clearly
- Understanding of technical specs, construction, and materials
- Strong organizational skills and ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
- Knowledge of print development and placement
- Proactive, positive attitude, and a fast learner who thrives in a collaborative team
Skills
- Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, etc.)
- Digital sketching
- Technical specifications
- Construction knowledge
- Material properties
- Print development
- Print placement
- Multi-tasking
- Managing complex, fast-paced workflows
Location
- NYC
Work Type
- Onsite (4 days/week)
- Work from home (1 day/week)
Experience Level
- 5-8 years of handbag design experience
Education Level
- Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design, Accessories Design, or related field preferred
Salary/Compensations
- $110,000 - $130,000 annually
Benefits
- Health and dental insurance
- Life insurance
- Disability insurance
- 401K
- Paid holidays
- Generous paid time-off policy
About the Company
- Steve Madden is a global fashion company known for its innovative, trend-driven footwear, accessories, and apparel.
- Founded in 1990 in Queens, New York, the company has grown from a footwear startup into a globally recognized fashion organization with a portfolio of leading brands, including Steve Madden, Kurt Geiger London, Dolce Vita, Betsey Johnson, Carvela, Blondo, and ATM.
- With a presence in more than 80 countries, Steve Madden operates across wholesale, retail, e-commerce, licensing, and private label businesses.
- The company is driven by creativity, individuality, and a fast-paced entrepreneurial spirit, bringing fashion-forward products to consumers around the world.