SummaryAs a Design Director at Marc Jacobs in SoHo, New York, you will lead the Accessories Design team, working closely with the Head of Design to drive innovation and creativity in the design and development of Marc Jacobs Leathergoods. You will play a pivotal role in shaping the design strategy and ensuring the creation of collections that embody the Marc Jacobs brand.
Responsibilities- Contribute innovative ideas to enhance the design strategy alongside the Head of Design.
- Foster a culture of innovation and experimentation within the team.
- Develop inspirational boards to guide seasonal design aesthetics.
- Provide novel print and graphic ideas in collaboration with a print designer.
- Direct the accessories team in creating handbag collections that embody the Marc Jacobs vibe.
- Deliver solutions throughout the creative design and development lifecycle.
- Forge alliances with cross-category teams to create a unified collection.
- Select and review materials and trims in collaboration with Product Development and Materials teams.
- Guide and motivate the design team to develop original products.
- Inspire creative thinking and encourage novel concepts within the team.
- Mentor and develop the design team to achieve exceptional performance.
- Ensure organization and archiving of development samples.
- Sketch, spec, and detail handbags and groups.
- Review and correct development samples to maintain product knowledge.
- Provide technical expertise for new silhouettes and communicate technical information to factories.
- Develop detailed technical specifications using Adobe Illustrator.
- Identify and resolve technical challenges, collaborating with the PD team.
Requirements- Bachelor’s degree in Art, Fashion Design, or related field.
- 10+ years of design experience with demonstrated success.
- Extensive knowledge and experience in the accessories market, specializing in bag design and development.
- Refined eye for color, fashion, and product with awareness of market trends.
- Comprehensive understanding of the design and product development lifecycle.
- Strong aptitude for design execution and conceptual design development.
- Proficient in organization, time management, and communication skills.
- Strong working knowledge of Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, and Microsoft Office.
- Excellent taste level and brand awareness.
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