Designer, Watches

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness Benefits

401(k) with company match

PTO & holidays

Flexible Fridays

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Account

Commuter benefits

Employee discounts

Job summary

American Exchange Group in New York is seeking a talented Designer to lead and support the development of compelling, trend-driven Watch collections from concept through production. The role blends creative vision with technical production realities to deliver market-ready pieces.

The ideal candidate is a creative thinker with strong technical skills, able to balance aesthetics with business needs and production capabilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Jewelry/Industrial Design, Fashion Design, or related field preferred.
• 1–3 years of watch or accessory design experience.
• Portfolio demonstrating creative and technical design abilities.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and CAD rendering.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Product Development to design and execute innovative watch designs.
• Prepare technical drawings for production.
• Research seasonal trends and translate them into brand-appropriate collections.
• Create quarterly trend guides and style plans.
• Align design concepts with pricing and production capabilities.
• Design according to plans and timelines; manage development calendar.
• Photograph and organize catalog images for internal and client use.
• Coordinate with Sales, Production and Sourcing to ensure design execution.
• Update watch designs for each season in collaboration with the team.
• Prepare recaps and presentations for internal and external meetings.
• Maintain high creativity, precision, and multi-project management under deadlines.
• Take on additional projects to support department goals.

Skills

Portfolio

Creative thinking

Time management

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Jewelry/Industrial Design, Fashion Design, or related field

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

CAD rendering

Packaging design

Canva

Microsoft Office

Job description

About Us American Exchange Group is an industry leader in fashion accessory products and brand management. By facilitating distribution to major retailers internationally for their globally recognized brands, custom private label brands, and exclusive licensed brands—including footwear, tech wearables, watches, jewelry, handbags, fashion accessories, home, and beauty—American Exchange Group raises the bar by disrupting the status quo with value and quality, while staying at the forefront of trends.

About Us

American Exchange Group is an industry leader in fashion accessory products and brand management. By facilitating distribution to major retailers internationally for their globally recognized brands, custom private label brands, and exclusive licensed brands—including footwear, tech wearables, watches, jewelry, handbags, fashion accessories, home, and beauty—American Exchange Group raises the bar by disrupting the status quo with value and quality, while staying at the forefront of trends.

Joining American Exchange Group means being part of a dynamic and diverse team where your contributions drive real impact—and where there’s always room to grow. If you’re looking to be part of a company that blends heritage with hustle, we’re excited to meet you.

Visit our website at www.axnygroup.com

Title: Designer, Watches

We are seeking a talented and detail-oriented Designer to join our team. This role will be responsible for leading and supporting the development of compelling, trend-driven Watch collections from concept through production. The ideal candidate is a creative thinker with strong technical skills, able to balance aesthetic sensibility with business needs and production capabilities.

Primary Responsibilities

• Collaborate closely with the Product Development team to develop and execute innovative product designs that align with brand vision and market demand.
• Oversee and assist in preparing technical drawings of proposed product to be used for production
• Support research and development of seasonal trends and translate them into brand-appropriate watch collections.
• Create quarterly trend guides and style plans that reflect current and emerging fashion directions.
• Interpret design and style trends within pricing strategies and the production team’s technical capabilities.
• Design according to style plans, sales needs and emerging trends; ensure timely execution of product development calendar
• Photograph and organize catalog images from development through confirmation samples for internal and client use.
• Collaborate with Sales, Production, and Sourcing teams to ensure design execution is aligned across departments.
• Work with team on updating watch designs for each season
• Generate recaps and presentations for internal sales meetings and external market appointments.
• Maintain a high level of creativity, precision, and efficiency while managing multiple projects and meeting tight deadlines.
• Take on additional projects and responsibilities as needed to support the department and broader company goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Jewelry/Industrial Design, Fashion Design, or related field preferred.
• 1-3 years of experience in jewelry/watch design or accessory design.
• A portfolio showcasing creative and technical design abilities.
• Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign), Canva, and Microsoft Office.
• Experience with technical drawing, CAD rendering, and packaging design preferred.
• Previous experience in the watch industry strongly preferred.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple deadlines.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

What We Offer

• Comprehensive Health & Wellness Benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and supplemental insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with company match
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
• Flexible Fridays with shortened hours during both Summer and Winter seasons
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSs)
• Tax-free commuter benefits
• Exclusive employee merchandise discounts

Salary: The anticipated base salary is $65k - $70k annually. Actual compensation will be determined based on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, internal equity, and location.