Design Director, Handbags

Come join our growing team as the new Design Director for our established premium leather brand, retailing for $195-$395 and sold at better retailers nationwide. You'll have full visibility and inclusion into the day to day business and brand-growing activities. The brand is going through a massive growth phase and there's never been a more exciting time to lay the foundation for the future.

Responsibilities:

• Drive seasonal concepts and design storytelling to create a cohesive product assortment
• Translate the brand identity and creative vision into compelling product design, and continue to define a distinct aesthetic through brand DNA lens
• Research and develop inspiration boards to convey the seasonal creative stories and inspire the team;
  Continuously bring new ideas and innovative concepts that enhance the collection
• Partner with team to refine seasonal concepts, materials, hardware, and color palette
• Think innovatively at all stages of the creative, design, and development process;
• Develop design strategies that support incremental growth to the handbag business
• Adhere to Product Development Calendar, closely aligning with the merchandise strategy to bring the right product in at the right time
• Sound understanding of materials, including leathers, fabrics and hardware development

Required Qualifications:

• 10+ years of handbag design experience required.
• Expert proficiency in Mac software:
  Adobe Creative Suite-Photoshop, Illustrator and Microsoft Word, and Excel.
• Strong skills in creating tech packs and color CAD.
• Experience working and communicating with the overseas factories on development & production.
• Ability to collaborate effectively and prioritize projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organization skills and attention to detail.