Michael Kors · 19 hours ago
Associate Designer, SLG
New York, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$70K/yr - $80K/yr
2+ years expMichael Kors is a world-renowned luxury designer known for his accessories and ready-to-wear. The Associate Designer for Small Leather Goods will oversee the design process from conceptualization to production, ensuring products align with the brand's aesthetic and market trends.
ApparelE-CommerceFashionRetail
Responsibilities
Understand the Michael Kors aesthetic and translate it into the product
Oversee seasonal conceptualization and creation of design concepts for Small Leather Goods for several channels: Mainline, Outlet, and Cut Up
Ensure the product is appropriate for each channel (design, cost, function) and does not compete with similar product in another channel
Partner with HB Design to make sure SLGs tie back and follow for overall direction and details
Responsible for entire product design process including market research, mood board creation, designing, sketching, specing and function
Oversee product from concept right up to production and communicate any changes to the appropriate cross-functional partners
Maintain a library of SLG specific seasonal product offerings, master specs, and design standards
Collaborate with Merchandising and Technical Design to finalize the line each season
Responsible for researching global markets to identify new trends, materials, novelty techniques, etc
Ensure that product is consistent with market trends as well as business strategy; interpret international/domestic concepts and fashion trends as it relates to market demands, company image and business strategy
Qualification
Required
2-3 years of design experience within Small Leather Goods or Handbags
Ability to work in the NYC office
Strong Technical Skills including Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop
Skills to multitask and manage competing calendar deadlines
The ability to set a creative tone and to inspire ideas/new concepts
Experience communicating the development with factories
Preferred
Excellent sense of style and color
Excellent organizational, time management, communication, and presentation skills
Benefits
Generous Paid Time Off & Holiday Calendar
Summer Fridays
Internal Mobility Across Brands
Cross-brand Discount
Exclusive Employee Sales
Fav 5 Cards (MK Discount for friends and family)
401k Match
Paid Parental Leave
Thrive Wellness Program
Commuter Benefits
Gym Discounts
Company
Michael Kors
Michael Kors is an e-shop that offers ladies fashion clothing and accessories that fit perfectly and meets the needs of the modern woman.
10001+ employees
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