Freelance Associate Technical Accessory Designer

Freelance Associate Technical Accessory Designer

Our client is working on a full-time Freelance Associate Technical Accessory Designer role with a top company with a focus on licensed accessories (handbags and SLGs) in NYC. The role requires 4 days onsite and 1 remote in midtown office. It combines design and technical design, and is a short-term contract that may lead to a longer-term role.

Pay rate is approximately $33-37 an hour based on experience.

• The Designer/technical designer will work directly with Design and cross‑functional teams to execute vision while achieving impeccable fit, construction and design aesthetics.
• Partner with creative design team to achieve aesthetic while adhering to a production time and action calendar.
• Collaborate with the Design Director and cross‑functional partners to land on appropriate fit and functional intent for each product of handbag and Small Leather Goods design.
• Manage all technical requirements to develop and execute processes from product development to production.
• Create and maintain detailed tech packs including specs, tolerances, grading, detail sketches with construction/stitching and fit evaluation comments.
• Provide technical direction, internally and externally, on corrective actions needed to bring samples to brand fit and styling.
• Measure and evaluate handbags and SLG from proto sample through TOP samples.
• Maintain close partnership with production teams to maintain on‑time delivery throughout the pre‑production process and proactively monitor seasonal workload.

• Superior organizational skills and excellent communication skills; team oriented.
• Handbag experience required.
• Ability to multi‑task and meet deadlines; highly detail oriented, meticulous and creative.
• Creativity, technical capability and sensibility for merchandising; ability to sketch.
• Extensive knowledge of garment construction, pattern making, silhouettes, color ways, sewing techniques, fabrication and trim; familiarity with print design and manufacturing.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Fashion Design.
• Few years experience in handbag design.
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office, Adobe products, CAD and Mac computers.

If you meet the required qualifications and are interested in this role, please apply today.

Solomon Page offers a comprehensive benefit program for hourly employees. We pride ourselves on offering medical, dental, 401(k), direct deposit and commuter benefits to our employees, including freelancers - which sets us apart in the industries we serve.