Job Description
OVERVIEW: Marc Jacobs International, powered by the creative genius of Marc Jacobs, seeks a
Design Director - Accessories to join the
Accessories Design team based in its New York City (SoHo) headquarters.
Marc Jacobs International is part of the Louis Vuitton Moet Hennessy (LVMH) fashion division and operates in the wholesale and direct to consumer retail markets. The role will work closely with the Head of Design and the Leathergoods team on the design and development for Marc Jacobs Leathergoods.
RESPONSIBILITIES : DESIGN & DEVELOPMENT - Work alongside the Head of Design to contribute innovative and highly creative ideas to enhance the design strategy.
- Foster a culture of innovation and experimentation to maximize creative potential.
- Develop impactful inspirational boards that guide and shape the seasonal design aesthetic.
- Provide novel print and graphic ideas and unexpected animations in conjunction with a print designer to stand out from the contemporary market.
- Direct the accessories team in creating handbag collections that embody the Marc Jacobs vibe.
- Deliver critical solutions throughout the creative design and development lifecycle while adhering to the merchandising plan and development calendar.
- Forge synergistic alliances with cross category teams to create a unified collection.
- Select and review materials and trims, collaborating with Product Development and Materials teams.
- Serve as a key participant in all critical product meetings.
MANAGE DESIGN TEAM - Guide and motivate the design team to develop original, solution-oriented products that capture the essence of the Marc Jacobs brand.
- Inspire creative thinking within the team and encourage the development of novel concepts that build upon the brand's defining products.
- Mentor, inspire, and develop the design team to achieve exceptional performance.
- Ensure the organization and archiving of development samples.
TECHNICAL DESIGN - Sketch, spec, and detail handbags and groups.
- Review and correct development samples to maintain comprehensive product knowledge, monitoring all modifications.
- Provide technical expertise for new silhouettes.
- Communicate technical information to factories for design goals and tech pack clarity.
- Develop detailed technical specifications using Adobe Illustrator for accurate tech packs.
- Provide technical feedback during line reviews for consistency.
- Identify and resolve technical challenges, collaborating with PD team.
- Recognize cost-effective engineering and material optimization opportunities.
- Maintain timely communication with factories.
- Organize AI and PDF files of sketches, artwork, color ups and tech packs in the archiving system.
- Develop and maintain Illustrator component libraries.
QUALIFICATIONS: - Bachelor’s degree in Art, Fashion Design, or other related field.
- 10+ years design experience with demonstrated success.
- Extensive knowledge and experience in the accessories market, specializing in bag design and development.
- Exhibit a refined eye for color, fashion, and product combined with a comprehensive awareness of current market trends.
- Possess a comprehensive understanding of the design and product development lifecycle.
- Demonstrate a strong aptitude for both design execution and conceptual design development.
- Proficient in organization, time management, and both written and verbal communication, with a proven ability to deliver engaging presentations.
- Candidate must possess a strong working knowledge of Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, and Microsoft Office applications.
- Excellent taste level & brand awareness.
SALARY & BENEFITS/WHAT WE OFFER: The compensation for this position ranges from $175,000 - $185,000 (annually). The rate of pay offered will be dependent upon candidate’s relevant skills and experience. In addition, we offer our employees a comprehensive benefits package including paid holidays, vacation time, sick and personal time, medical, dental and vision insurance, and 401k matching. We also offer discounts on travel, entertainment, and more through our partnership with PerkSpot. MJ employees also receive discounts on MJ products throughout the year, as well as access to discounts on other LVMH brands.
ABOUT MARC JACOBS For nearly 40 years, Marc Jacobs has been a driving force in fashion with his philosophy: pioneering designs, an irreverent spirit, the everyday and the extraordinary. Today, the brand continues to make its Marc as rebellious, unpredictable, and original.
Our work is founded on our core brand pillars: unexpected, utilitarian, urban, unisex, and unique. NYC in design and spirit, our teams thrive off relentless authenticity, an openness to standing out, and inclusivity for all.
EEO STATEMENT Marc Jacobs International was founded on Marc’s vision of celebrating uniqueness and being Perfect as You Are. We are committed to building an equitable and inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, background, and experience – all essential to our spirit of innovation and creativity. In line with this commitment, we believe that the best candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background or may meet the qualifications in different ways. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet all of the listed qualifications.
Marc Jacobs International is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, national origin, religion, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.
Job Tags
Full time, Seasonal work, Work at office, Local area,