Assistant Technical Designer

Company Description

Magid Inc. is a family‑owned accessories company founded in 1916, recognized as one of North America’s leading houses for branded, licensed, and private‑label accessories.

The company partners with department stores, specialty retailers, and global e‑commerce platforms across five continents, delivering handbags, backpacks, travel items, luggage, and small leather goods.

Magid’s portfolio includes well‑known fashion names such as Paul Frank, House of Harlow 1960, Max Studio, Joan & David, Boarding Pass, and Jack Abrahams, each supported by strong design and production infrastructure. The organization focuses on elevated design, quality, and real‑world performance at retail, combining long‑standing heritage with scalable global operations. Magid continues to grow as a trusted brand‑building partner for retailers and licensors seeking best‑in‑class accessories solutions.

The Assistant Technical Designer will support the technical design team in translating creative concepts into production‑ready accessories, luggage, duffles, backpacks, travel toiletry, cosmetic bags, handbags, small leather goods, and seasonal beach totes in both mens and ladies brands to ensure construction and quality standards.

Responsibilities include preparing and updating technical packets, measuring samples, and assisting with tracking revisions across multiple brands and product categories. The role involves collaborating closely with the design director and other senior designers.

Maintain consistency with brand standards and meet calendar deadlines. Additional tasks may include reviewing and supporting specification development for special customer requests. This is a full‑time, on‑site role based in the New York City Metropolitan Area, working within a fast‑paced fashion accessories environment.

• Demonstrated skills in Technical Design, must be technically savvy.
• Knowledge of luggage, duffles, backpacks, handbags, and small leather goods to interpret design intent and ensure manufacturable products.
• Ability to understand product structure and form, and how to build a product efficiently; relevant exposure is a plus.
• Proficiency in industry‑standard design and technical tools (e.g., Adobe Illustrator, Excel, PLM systems) and strong attention to detail.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and time‑management abilities, with capacity to handle multiple styles and deadlines.
• Relevant education in fashion design, technical design. Experience in accessories or travel items, luggage, duffles, handbags, backpacks, small leather goods preferred.