Job Title: Junior Designer – Handbags & Small Leather Goods
Location: Welham Green, Hertfordshire (27 minutes by train from Finsbury Park)
Salary: 30,000 (Salary Review on 1 Year)
5 days per week in the office
About Us:
We are a dynamic and innovative company specializing in handbags and small leather goods across a few license brands. With a focus on feminine, commercial aesthetics and impeccable craftsmanship, we are looking for a passionate and talented Designer or Junior Designer to join our team.
Role Overview:
The Designer will assist in creating beautifully designed handbags and small leather goods that reflect our brands ethos. Working closely with the Creative Director, you will contribute to the full design lifecycle, from concept development to technical execution, working daily with our own factory in India. This is a unique opportunity to grow your career in a fast-paced, and creative environment, working closely with management to gain knowledge and experience quickly.
Key Responsibilities:
* Design Development: Create innovative and trend-forward designs for handbags and small leather goods using CAD software.
* Technical Design: Work on detailed technical drawings, ensuring accuracy in construction, proportions, and functionality.
* Trend Research: Monitor global fashion trends and emerging styles to inform design concepts and maintain the market relevance.
* Material Selection: Collaborate with the team to select premium materials, finishes, and hardware suitable for each product’s design and positioning.
* Software Proficiency: Utilise Photoshop and Illustrator to produce mood boards, color palettes, sketches, and design visuals.
* Collaboration: Work closely with the product development and production teams based in India to ensure designs are executed to the highest standards.
* Quality Focus: Ensure all designs reflect a high level of detail, craftsmanship, and follow the different brands aesthetics.
Essential Skills & Requirements:
* Experience: Minimum 2 year of experience in a similar full-time design role within handbags and accessories.
* Education: A university degree in Fashion Design, Accessory Design.
* Software Expertise: Proficient in CAD design, Adobe Photoshop, and Illustrator.
* Attention to Detail: Excellent eye for detail with a strong understanding of bag construction and technical proportions.
* Aesthetic Sensibility: A refined and commercial taste level with a natural ability to design within a brands handwriting.
* Trend Awareness: Keen ability to spot and interpret fashion trends and translate them into commercially viable designs.
* Adaptability: A collaborative and team-oriented mindset with the ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
* Location: Willing and able to travel to Welham Green, a 27-minute train journey from Finsbury Park.
What We Offer:
* Supportive Team Environment: Join a small, friendly, and collaborative team where your creativity and ideas are valued.
* Great Working Environment: Work in a positive atmosphere that encourages innovation and growth.
* Travel Opportunities: Possibility to travel to India to collaborate with our own factory and experience the design process firsthand.
* Daily Travel Reimbursement: Your daily travel expenses to our Welham Green location will be covered upfront, ensuring a hassle-free commute.
* Career Development: Opportunities to grow within the company and expand your skills in the luxury fashion industry.
* Exposure to Design: Work with high-quality materials, pattern cutters and craftsmen.
* Creative Freedom: Enjoy the chance to express your design aesthetic while contributing to recognised brands.
If you’re a passionate designer with a love for detail, and a drive to create exceptional products, we would love to hear from you.......
**Please include a cover letter in your application, outing where you are based in the UK, any notice periods or start dates, confirmation of the advertised salary bracket/working hours/location, and a portfolio link (not password protected) with examples showcasing CAD work for Handbags specifically. Any applications without the above will not be reviewed in the application process**