Designer-Temporary

Designer Responsibilities:

• Concept, and design product from start to finish including new artwork and hardware development.
• Create prints, graphics, embroidery and embellishment layouts for handbags, accessories and patches.
• Partner with our Founders and design team to develop and refine seasonal concepts, materials, hardware, and color palette for handbag/accessories collections.
• Ensure information is handed off to the product development by collection-driven deadlines.
• Responsible for upholding design integrity and high quality execution.
• Study trends, shop markets, and interact with consumer to identify the best possible design and construction solutions.

Requirements

• Must be flexible with the ability to self-manage and handle multiple priorities at once
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail and follow-up
• Strong attention to detail
• Must be a collaborative, team player with great initiative
• Good time management and organizational skills required
• Sketching ability (Adobe Illustrator)
• Work responsibilities frequently concern confidential and/or sensitive information requiring the use of discretion at all times.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3-5 years of experience designing handbags and/or small accessories
• Bachelor’s Degree in Fashion Design or related field preferred
• Ability to sketch both technical drawings in Adobe Illustrator
• Understanding of materials, hardware, leather, and handbag construction required
• Strong working knowledge of Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop
• Hybrid schedule 4 days in NY office
• $42-$50 per hour depending on experience
• Project will last till end of March 2026