Footwear Designer, Vince Camuto
General Summary:
Designs innovative product true to the brand DNA. The Designer will manage the design process in a collaborative work environment translating knowledge of market trends into globally relevant, innovative, commercial designs. The Designer will develop and then implement designs that capture new markets, increase consumer demand, and deliver on the design assignment from the product team in a timely manner. Leads an assistant designer.
Location: This role is hybrid working out of our Camuto Group offices located at 1407 Broadway, NYC.
Reports to: Sr Designer
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
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• Applys research to specific designs. In partnership with Design Director, makes decisions on coloring the line (applying materials and colors) • Communication with overseas development teams including leather and fabric teams. Spec development and management. • Apply seasonal brand direction, market research, trend insight, and knowledge to interpret business to select materials, and actively creates and presents new innovative concepts • Develop and create illustrations and technical drawings for new design concepts and digital renderings of materializations in Photoshop and Illustrator, detailing concept, materials, and development specifications based on brand design guidelines • Manage and drive multiple design projects from conceptualization to finished product adhering to calendar deadlines while completing digital template guidelines • Review prototypes in a timely manner and update tech packs to reflect agreed upon changes and modifications • Collaborate with the production team to design products within specific pricing and market segment goals • Collaborate and clearly communicate with production and design teams to ensure design objectives are reflected in the creation and execution of the product • Prepare and present design projects, clearly communicating design vision • Collaborate with and support peers and sales teams to ensure season runs smoothly • Proactively anticipate how to manage design deadline in order to meet critical dates • International travel as required. Attendance at tradeshows and events may also be required as directed
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Required Skills & Competencies:
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• Ability to use market research, trends and industry knowledge to participate in upcoming design meetings • Must be a team player, exhibiting strong communication skills and flexibility • Strong organizational, time management and prioritization skills, attention to detail and accuracy • Professional demeanor and customer service oriented • Skilled in Microsoft Office Suite; Illustrator and Photoshop • Ability to sketch, CAD and understand foundational design elements |
Experience:
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Education:
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience in footwear design, fashion or industrial design in order of preference.
The estimated pay range for this position is $89k to $133k. The successful candidate’s actual salary offer will take into account a wide range of job-related factors including skill sets, years and nature of relevant experience, training, pay rates of associates in similar positions, the candidate’s location, and other organizational needs. The estimated pay range has been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential. This range does not include benefits such as health insurance, paid or unpaid time off work, and retirement.
Nearest Major Market: Manhattan
Nearest Secondary Market: New York City
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Market Research, Industrial Design, Graphic Design, Merchandising, Marketing, Manufacturing, Creative, Retail