Michael Kors
Overview
Associate Designer, Women's Handbags (Mainline). This range is provided by Michael Kors. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Base pay range $65,000.00/yr - $80,000.00/yr
Who You Are An Associate level, prolific Designer with focused knowledge and experience in Women’s Handbag design. You are an energetic and collaborative individual with a strong sense of trend awareness and industry knowledge. You are detail oriented and thrive in a rapidly changing environment.
What You’ll Do
Aid in the design and development of the Women’s Mainline Handbag collection through market research, trend analysis, sketching designs, coloring CADS and building comprehensive full scale specs.
Reporting to the Senior Designer of MMK Accessories, this position will assist in executing design concepts and managing day-to-day tasks.
Understand the Michael Kors aesthetic and translate it into brand relevant product.
Research competitors and luxury market brands, partake in design inspiration shopping trips and store visits.
Follow up with overseas factories on a daily basis regarding tech packs, style updates, and new developments.
Communicate updates and changes to cross functional teams (Production, Merchandising, Materials) as needed.
Develop developing full-scale technical drawings and comprehensive specification sheets under senior’s approval.
Proactively monitor project milestones and provide regular updates to the manager to support efficient workflow.
You’ll Need to Have
3-5 years design experience within accessories.
Strong design and conceptual skills for Handbags
Ability to create full scale technical specs utilizing CAD
Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop
Experience communicating development with factories
We’d Love to See
Ability to hand sketch designs and sketch on Adobe Illustrator.
Excellent sense of style and color.
Strong knowledge of handbag construction in both leather and alternative non-leather materials.
Excellent organizational, time management, and communication skills.
Design school training such as accessories /industrial/product design
Generous Paid Time Off & Holiday Schedule
Summer Fridays
Internal mobility across Versace, Jimmy Choo and Michael Kors
Cross-brand Discount
Exclusive Employee Sales
Fav 5 Cards (MK Discount for friends and family)
401k Match
Thrive Wellness Program
At Capri, we are all responsible for creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We try to inspire change and growth within each other and believe success is a result that comes from our differences. Capri is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusivity regardless of age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic characteristics, race, color, creed, religion, ethnicity, national origin, alienage, citizenship, disability, marital status, military status, pregnancy, or any other legally-recognized protected basis prohibited by applicable law. M/D/F/V
At Capri Holdings Limited, our commitment to inclusivity and accessibility begins with the candidate experience. If you require a reasonable accommodation for the interview or application process, please contact our Diversity and Inclusion team at CapriDiversityandInclusion@CapriHoldings.com.
In compliance with certain Pay Transparency laws, employers are required to disclose a salary range. The salary for this position will vary based on role requirements, skill set and years of experience.
Seniority level Associate
Employment type Full-time
Job function Design
Industries Retail Apparel and Fashion
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Base pay range $65,000.00/yr - $80,000.00/yr
Who You Are An Associate level, prolific Designer with focused knowledge and experience in Women’s Handbag design. You are an energetic and collaborative individual with a strong sense of trend awareness and industry knowledge. You are detail oriented and thrive in a rapidly changing environment.
What You’ll Do
Aid in the design and development of the Women’s Mainline Handbag collection through market research, trend analysis, sketching designs, coloring CADS and building comprehensive full scale specs.
Reporting to the Senior Designer of MMK Accessories, this position will assist in executing design concepts and managing day-to-day tasks.
Understand the Michael Kors aesthetic and translate it into brand relevant product.
Research competitors and luxury market brands, partake in design inspiration shopping trips and store visits.
Follow up with overseas factories on a daily basis regarding tech packs, style updates, and new developments.
Communicate updates and changes to cross functional teams (Production, Merchandising, Materials) as needed.
Develop developing full-scale technical drawings and comprehensive specification sheets under senior’s approval.
Proactively monitor project milestones and provide regular updates to the manager to support efficient workflow.
You’ll Need to Have
3-5 years design experience within accessories.
Strong design and conceptual skills for Handbags
Ability to create full scale technical specs utilizing CAD
Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop
Experience communicating development with factories
We’d Love to See
Ability to hand sketch designs and sketch on Adobe Illustrator.
Excellent sense of style and color.
Strong knowledge of handbag construction in both leather and alternative non-leather materials.
Excellent organizational, time management, and communication skills.
Design school training such as accessories /industrial/product design
Generous Paid Time Off & Holiday Schedule
Summer Fridays
Internal mobility across Versace, Jimmy Choo and Michael Kors
Cross-brand Discount
Exclusive Employee Sales
Fav 5 Cards (MK Discount for friends and family)
401k Match
Thrive Wellness Program
At Capri, we are all responsible for creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We try to inspire change and growth within each other and believe success is a result that comes from our differences. Capri is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusivity regardless of age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic characteristics, race, color, creed, religion, ethnicity, national origin, alienage, citizenship, disability, marital status, military status, pregnancy, or any other legally-recognized protected basis prohibited by applicable law. M/D/F/V
At Capri Holdings Limited, our commitment to inclusivity and accessibility begins with the candidate experience. If you require a reasonable accommodation for the interview or application process, please contact our Diversity and Inclusion team at CapriDiversityandInclusion@CapriHoldings.com.
In compliance with certain Pay Transparency laws, employers are required to disclose a salary range. The salary for this position will vary based on role requirements, skill set and years of experience.
Seniority level Associate
Employment type Full-time
Job function Design
Industries Retail Apparel and Fashion
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