Jcrew

Associate Designer - Madewell Handbags

New York, NY, USA (Headquarters) · Full-time

Sponsorship not specified$64k-$80kDetected 1 day ago

PhotoshopIllustratorExcelResearchCommunicationOrganizational SkillsMicrosoft Office

About the role

Since 2006, we've been creating premium denim and foundational wardrobe pieces for men and women that balance quality, authenticity, and versatility.
From iconic jeans perfected by denim experts to the essential tee, the most versatile shoe, and the timeless leather bag-if it's Madewell, it's made well.
Our passion is scouting life-long learners who are driven by curiosity, and who feel connected to our brands and share our desire to make an impact.

Partner closely with Sr. Designer to develop concepts, silhouette direction, materials, and color stories for seasonal handbag assortments.
Create and maintain professional presentation boards including sketches, inspiration imagery, materials, hardware, and construction details.
Organize and manage material, color, and hardware libraries
Execute and maintain seasonal line lists, ensuring alignment with the product development calendar and key deadlines.
Collaborate with Technical Design to ensure accuracy of specifications from initial concept through technical design packages.
Participate in fittings, reviews, and product walkthroughs with the Designer or Design Director.
Work cross-functionally with Production to maintain design intent throughout the development and production process.
Partner closely with Sr.
Designer to develop concepts, silhouette direction, materials, and color stories for seasonal handbag assortments.
Organize and manage material, color, and hardware libraries; prepare samples and standards for milestone meetings.

Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design or related field
Knowledge of handbag construction, materials, hardware, and trims
Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop
working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel
2-4 years of design experience, preferably in handbags or accessories
Strong aesthetic sensibility with a high level of creativity and attention to detail
Excellent presentation and visual communication skills
Strong illustration and sketching abilities (hand and digital)
Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Proactive, detail-oriented, and able to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Collaborative team player with strong follow-through
We welcome you to apply, even if you don't check all the boxes. Our passion is scouting life-long learners who are driven by curiosity, and who feel connected to our brands and share our desire to make an impact. We're always seeking bright new talent who leverage their unique experiences to discover, grow and evolve with our teams.
Benefits + Perks

$64,200.00 - $79,600.00
At J.Crew Group (JCG) we aim to pay competitively for our company's size and industry.
The base salary offered will take into account internal equity and may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region of work premises, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors.
The base salary is just one component of J.Crew Group's competitive total rewards strategy that also includes the opportunity for bonus, competitive benefits and perks.

At Madewell, we believe that great style starts with great design.
Our dedication to Diversity, Equity, Belonging & Sustainability has been celebrated with industry recognition, reflecting our commitment to fostering an inclusive and sustainable workplace.
Role + Purpose
The Handbags Associate Designer will support the Sr.
Designer in developing seasonal handbag collections from concept through production.
This role requires strong creative sensibility, organizational skills, and the ability to translate design vision into compelling, commercially viable products while meeting key development milestones.

qual opportunity to all associates and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, national origin or citizenship, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, legally protected physical or mental disability, ve

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