Designer - Handbags

Adecco Creative is partnering with an iconic NYC fashion brand to recruit for a Handbag – Designer for Outlet. This role will be ongoing contract and a hybrid schedule.

Primary Purpose : The Designer, Handbags is responsible for conceptualizing, creating, and developing fashion driven handbag designs that are reflective of the creative vision and brand aesthetic. You will be part of a dynamic, creative environment where you will collaborate with talented designers and cross-functional partners in the business.

The successful individual will leverage their proficiency in Handbag Design to :

• Manage the design process from conception through production
• Actively participate in the conceptual development of silhouettes (i.e., ability to communicate and sell ideas / concepts)
• Focus on bringing innovation and modernity to core and novelty product
• Execute tech packs / design cards based on approved design concepts
• Participate in research of seasonal trends and keep up-to-date on market competition
• Ensure that product is of high quality and consistent with market trends, as well as business strategy
• Work with technical design and product development partners to ensure design packages are complete and accurate
• Create and maintain presentation boards, gather relevant materials for inspiration and direction.
• Partner with merchandising and product development throughout the design cycle
• Work with in-house Art Department to coordinate artwork needed for tech packs, and material development
• Execute corrections as needed; works with merchandising and production to find appropriate solutions to cost or construction issues.
• Some travel for research and / or product development is potentially required

The accomplished individual will possess :