Associate Handbag Designer - Elevate Seasonal Collections

FashionUnited; New York (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

401K

Generous paid time-off policy

Job summary

FashionUnited is looking for an Associate Handbag Designer based in New York, NY. This role supports the Design Director in developing seasonal handbag collections and requires in-depth knowledge of materials and construction.

Key responsibilities include collaborating with the design and production teams, creating detailed CAD drawings, and managing multiple projects while ensuring design integrity. The position offers a competitive salary of $65,000 - $70,000 along with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3-5 years of design experience, preferably in handbags or accessories.
• Strong aesthetic sensibility with a high level of creativity and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in hand and digital sketching.

Responsibilities

• Develop seasonal handbag assortments for Off Price Accounts.
• Create and manage spec sheets for accuracy.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to maintain design intent.

Skills

Multitasking

Working with Leather and PVC

Presentation Skills

Visual Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design or related field

Tools

Adobe Illustrator

Photoshop

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

FashionUnited is looking for an Associate Handbag Designer based in New York, NY. This role supports the Design Director in developing seasonal handbag collections and requires in-depth knowledge of materials and construction.

Key responsibilities include collaborating with the design and production teams, creating detailed CAD drawings, and managing multiple projects while ensuring design integrity. The position offers a competitive salary of $65,000 - $70,000 along with a comprehensive benefits package.