Senior Designer for Handbags

Solomon Page; New York (NY); In loco; USD 100.000 - 125.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Solomon Page represents a trend-driven fashion company seeking an experienced Senior Handbag Designer for its junior market. The role is based in NYC, on-site five days a week, and demands fast, creative work with a strong grasp of emerging trends, prints, and the fast fashion cycle.

Responsibilities include trend research, concept-to-production design, precise tech packs, and daily factory communication to ensure timely samples and production.

Competenze

• Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite including Illustrator and Photoshop.
• Digital sketching ability for rapid concept development.
• Deep understanding of construction, material properties and technical specs.
• Print development expertise and placement knowledge.
• Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design or related field preferred.

Mansioni

• Trend and market analysis for handbags and junior SLG categories.
• Design development from concept through production.
• Create detailed sketches, CADs and technical packs/spec sheets.
• Communicate with overseas factories to manage development samples and resolve issues.
• Collaborate with production and sourcing teams on materials and trims.
• Design and develop prints and surface embellishments.
• Manage multiple collections and projects under tight deadlines.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

Strumenti

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe Photoshop

Descrizione del lavoro

Our client, a trend-driven fashion company targeting the junior market, needs an experienced creative Senior Handbag Designer. The ideal candidate has worked in a fast-fashion environment with a focus on speed, creativity, and innovation and brings a strong understanding of emerging trends, prints, and the fast fashion cycle. This position is based in their NYC office and requires working on-site 5 days.

• The salary range for this position is $100-125k based on experience.

Responsibilities:

• Trend & Market Analysis: Conduct seasonal trend and color research; stay updated on competitor activity, street style, and runway influences for the Handbag and SLG categories relevant to the junior market
• Design Development: Create compelling and on-trend handbag designs from initial concept through to final production
• Technical Documentation: Create detailed sketches, CADs, and comprehensive tech packs/spec sheets for development
• Overseas Communication: Maintain daily communication with overseas factories to manage development samples, clarify technical specifications, and troubleshoot production issues
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with the production team for timely execution and the sourcing team to select appropriate materials, trims, and hardware
• Surface Design: Design and develop prints and surface embellishments
• Project Management: Manage multiple collections and projects simultaneously under tight, fast-paced deadlines
• Demonstrate the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines with support and resources as needed
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned

Required Qualifications:

• Design Software: Strong proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, etc.)
• Sketching: Ability to digitally sketch quickly and clearly
• Technical Knowledge: Deep understanding of construction, material properties, and technical specifications
• Print Design: Expertise in print development and placement
• Organization: High proficiency in multi-tasking and managing complex, fast-paced workflows
• Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design, Accessories Design, or related field preferred
• Minimum of 5-7years of handbag design experience (junior market a plus)
• Proactive, positive attitude, and a fast learner who thrives in a collaborative team