Leather Goods Designer (Mainline) – Temp

Adecco; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 59,236; Full time

Job summary

A leading staffing agency is seeking a Temp Leather Goods Designer to support a luxury fashion brand during maternity leave coverage. The role is hybrid, requiring presence in NYC from Tuesday to Thursday, while Monday and Friday are remote. Ideal candidates have over 4 years of experience in leather goods design and proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop. Responsibilities include conducting market research, sketching new concepts, creating CADs, and collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in leather goods or accessories design.
• Experience creating CADs and technical design packages.
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Conduct trend, market, and material research.
• Design and sketch new handbag and small leather goods concepts.
• Create detailed CADs and technical specification packages.
• Support development of mood boards and seasonal design reviews.
• Partner cross-functionally to bring products from concept to production.
• Maintain organization across multiple projects.

Skills

Adobe Illustrator

Photoshop

Excel

Sketching ability

Color and materials awareness

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design, Accessories Design, or related field

Job description

Job Description

Duration: Maternity leave coverage beginning June

Pay: $43/hr

Location: NYC – Hybrid (Tuesday–Thursday onsite; Monday & Friday remote, with occasional additional onsite days during key deadlines)

Our client, a globally recognized luxury fashion brand known for its iconic accessories and strong presence within a major fashion group, is seeking a Temp Leather Goods Designer (Mainline) to support their design team during a maternity leave coverage.

This role will focus on the brand’s core handbag and small leather goods collections, working closely with cross-functional teams to bring seasonal concepts to life from initial idea through final product.

Position Overview

The Designer will play a key role in supporting the creative development of leather goods and SLGs, contributing to seasonal design direction while ensuring strong execution and organization throughout the process.

This is a highly collaborative, hands‑on role ideal for someone who enjoys working in a fast‑paced, creative environment and has strong technical design skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct trend, market, and material research to inform seasonal design direction
• Design and sketch new handbag and small leather goods concepts aligned with brand vision
• Create detailed CADs and technical specification packages, clearly communicating design intent, materials, and construction
• Support development of mood boards, presentations, and seasonal design reviews
• Partner cross-functionally with Merchandising, Product Development, Tech Design, Hardware, and Print teams to bring products from concept to production
• Maintain organization across multiple projects, ensuring timelines and deliverables are met

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in leather goods or accessories design
• Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design, Accessories Design, or related field
• Strong proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and Excel
• Strong sketching ability and eye for color, materials, and trends
• Experience creating CADs and technical design packages
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast‑paced environment
• Strong communication skills and collaborative mindset