•Partner with Director of Accessories Design in designing an original and innovative complete footwear line from concept to creation for each season
•Work with the Director of Accessories Design to research and identify trend directions; trend/vintage shop, pull inspirational photos and review design concept
•Create and present design boards for each season showcasing footwear inspiration, silhouettes, materials, colors, and sketches; ensure accuracy of boards and line sheets throughout the development process
•Work with the PD team to ensure accuracy of development WIPS
•Maintain thorough knowledge of the line (silhouettes, materials, and design details) and is responsible for tracking changes/additions
•Design according to brand aesthetic, original and innovative concepts, emerging trends, seasonal story, sku plan and sales needs; ensure timely execution of product development calendar
•Design into and evolve best sellers
•Select and review raw materials and trims; work with PD team to maintain and organize materials library
•Approve lab dips with the PD team and ensure consistency with color standards
•Partner with Director of Accessories Design to translate design intent into product technical specifications
•Provide fit and technical insight into new silhouette development
•Communicate technical information regarding achieving design aesthetic intent and clarity of tech pack information with factories
•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 OneDrive throughout the development process
•Maintain established standards, details (including hardware), and integrity of the product
•Review development samples for corrections, including fit, aesthetics, dimensions, hand feel, functionality, and workmanship
•Provide technical callouts while reviewing lines in its entirety to ensure consistency
•Identify, clearly define, and resolve technical issues and partner with the PD team to ensure comments are communicated
•Identify opportunities for cost engineering improvement and raw material optimization (seaming, material placement, etc.)
•Keep all Ai and PDF files organized and labeled properly in OneDrive
•Help keep sample closet, archive closet, hardware, and material libraries clean and organized