A luxury fashion brand based in Los Angeles.

The Senior Handbags & Accessories Designer/ Technical Designer will report to and work directly with the Director of Accessories Design and will be responsible for the ideation, creation and development of beautiful accessories that will help evolve and drive the business.

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Partner with the Director of Accessories Design in designing from concept to creation of a full range of handbag and accessory items
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Work with Director of Accessories Design to research and identify trend directions; trend/vintage shop, pull inspirational photos and review design concepts
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Create and present design boards for each season showcasing handbags and accessories inspiration, silhouettes, materials, colors, and sketches; ensure accuracy of boards, line sheets and development WIPS throughout the development process
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Maintain thorough knowledge of the line (silhouettes, materials, and design details) and is responsible for tracking changes/additions
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Design according to brand aesthetic, new and inspiring concepts, emerging trends, seasonal story, sku plan and sales needs; ensure timely execution of product development calendar
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Design into and evolve best sellers
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Select and review raw materials and trims; ensure maintenance of library
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Approve lab dips with product development team and ensure consistency with color standards
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Partner with Director of Accessories Design to translate design intent into product technical specifications
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Provide technical insight into new silhouette development
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Communicate technical information regarding achieving design aesthetic intent and clarity of tech pack information with factories
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Create full-scale technical specs using the latest Adobe Illustrator and CAD tools Illustrator plugin version to clarify proportions and shape; ensure accuracy of tech packs in Dropbox/WFX throughout the development process
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Maintain established standards, details (including hardware), and integrity of the product
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Review development samples for corrections, including aesthetics, dimensions, hand feel, functionality, and workmanship
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Provide technical callouts while reviewing line in its entirety to ensure consistency
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Identify, clearly define, and resolve technical issues and partner with the PD team to ensure comments are communicated
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Identify opportunities for cost engineering improvement and raw material optimization (seaming, material placement, etc.)
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Load development SMS tech pack PDFS into WFX PLM system
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Create development SMS BOMS in WFX PLM system
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Keep all Ai and pdf files organized and labeled properly in Dropbox
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Create and maintain Illustrator component libraries (to scale hardware components, brush strokes, material swatch libraries.)
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Tag all development samples and organize for archive and sample sales
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Help pull and put back samples for photoshoots
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Help keep sample closet, archive closet, hardware, and material libraries clean and organized

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7+ years’ work experience in design/technical design focused on handbags, small leather goods, hardware, and jewelry. Experience with acrylic, resin, bamboo, wood veneers, and natural materials (straw and rattan) are a major plus
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Bachelor’s degree in Footwear, Accessories, Product, Industrial or Fashion Design
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Advanced proficiency in hand and computer sketching, advanced proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop; ability to CAD in a fast-paced environment
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Thorough understanding of the design, technical design, and development process from inception through production; experience working with and in global factories
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Shoe construction and engineering experience required 
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Advanced knowledge of industry construction standards and manufacturing, including materials (hardware, leather, fabric, acrylic, resin, bamboo, straw, and rattan)
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Strong experience in concept creation and knowledge of fashion and market trends with an understanding of brand’s product aesthetic, image, and quality
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Keen attention to detail, initiative, and organizational skills
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Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced, fashion environment with minimal supervision
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Excellent problem-solving skills and resourcefulness
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Strong verbal and written communication skills
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Strong leadership experience
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Ability to attend trade shows and travel to factories domestically and internationally when necessary
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Positive, constructive, solution focused, hardworking team player; none of us are successful without the help and collaboration of our team members
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Must be available to work full time onsite at our Los Angeles office