Designer, Kids Accessories

stevemaddencareers; New York (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

401K

Paid holidays

Paid time-off

Job summary

Steve Madden is seeking a Designer for Kids Accessories in our NYC office to design and develop all kids' accessories seasonally. The role focuses on bags, duffels, handbags, hats, belts, and related items from concept through production.

The candidate should have 4–6 years in kids' accessories, strong Adobe CS skills, and the ability to communicate daily with overseas factories to ensure design intent. On-site work in NYC is required and a competitive benefits package is offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Fashion Design, Accessories Design, or related field preferred.
• Minimum of 4-6 years' experience in kids' accessories.
• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop.
• Ability to digitally sketch quickly and clearly.
• Experience working directly with overseas factories, including daily communication.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct seasonal trend, color, and material research tailored to the children's customer.
• Design and develop on-trend accessories across bags, duffels, handbags, hats, belts from concept through production.
• Create detailed sketches, CADs, and tech packs/spec sheets for development.
• Communicate daily with overseas factories to support development and ensure design intent is executed.
• Collaborate with production and cross-functional teams to ensure timely execution.
• Partner with sourcing on materials, trims, hardware, yarns, and fabrications aligned with design vision and cost targets.
• Develop prints, graphics, and surface embellishments where applicable.
• Manage multiple categories and seasonal timelines with tight deadlines.
• Stay informed on competitor activity and market trends in junior market.

Skills

Adobe Creative Suite

Digital sketching

Overseas factory communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Fashion/Accessories Design

Tools

CAD software

Job description

The Designer,Kids Accessories position is responsible for designing and developing all accessories for boys and girls seasonally.

The responsibilities described below are considered essential functions of the role. This position is based in our NYC office and requires working on-site.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct seasonal trend, color, and material research tailored to the children's customer
• Design and develop on-trend accessories across bags, duffels, handbags, hats, bag c, and belts from concept through production.
• Create detailed sketches, CADs, and tech packs/spec sheets for development
• Communicate daily with overseas factories to support development, troubleshoot issues, and ensure design intent is executed accurately
• Collaborate closely with production and cross-functional teams to ensure timely and accurate execution
• Partner with sourcing on materials, trims, hardware, yarns, and fabrications aligned with design vision and cost targets
• Develop prints, graphics, and surface embellishments where applicable
• Manage multiple categories and seasonal timelines simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines
• Stay informed on competitor activity, market trends, and consumer insights relevant to the junior market
• Able to manage multiple projects and deadlines with support and resources as needed
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Fashion Design, Accessories Design, or related field preferred
• Minimum of 4-6 years' experience in kids' accessories
• Strong proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop)
• Ability to digitally sketch quickly and clearly
• experience working directly with overseas factories, including daily communication
• Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Proactive, positive attitude with a collaborative mindset and eagerness to learn

The expected base salary for this position ranges from $80,000-$85,000. Ranges are based on various factors such as relevant skillset, training, years of experience related to the current job description, education, and our organizational structure. In addition to the base salary, Steve Madden offers a competitive benefits package that includes health and dental insurance, life insurance, disability insurance, 401K, paid holidays, a generous paid time-off policy, and career opportunities within a dynamic team.