Accessories/Belt Designer

About This Role

This role involves executing the seasonal design development process for accessories, specifically belts, from concept to delivery. The designer will create original, trend-appropriate concepts that align with market needs and drive sales.

Responsibilities

• Research and identify trend directions, perform competitive analysis, analyze selling data, and review inspirational materials and design concepts.
• Execute development of initial seasonal designs within the context of the larger assortment and cost structure.
• Design according to style plans, sales needs, licensor requirements, and emerging trends, ensuring timely execution of the product development calendar.
• Create Illustrator sketches for brand presentations, specification sheets, and line sheets, and maintain designs in the PLM system or shared drives.
• Ensure maintenance of the design archives library.
• Select and review raw materials and trims, and ensure maintenance of the fabric/trim library.
• Approve lab dips with Senior Designer(s) for color consistency and licensor directives, review prints and graphics, and manage the fit process.
• Present product to internal teams, licensors, and customers.
• Coordinate follow-up and build collaborative relationships with internal and external customers and partners, including sales, production, brand management, vendors, and licensors.

Requirements

• 4-7 years experience in accessory design, specifically belts
• Superior organizational skills and excellent communication skills
• Strong presentation and speaking skills
• Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines
• Highly detail-oriented, meticulous, and creative
• Creativity, technical capability, and sensibility for merchandising
• Ability to sketch
• Bachelor’s Degree in Fashion Design
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office, Adobe products, CAD and 3D design (Browzwear or similar)

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Fashion Design
• 4-7 years’ plus experience in accessory design, specifically belts

Skills

* Required skills

Benefits