Non Leather Bag Designer (Freelance)
- Employer
- A-Cold-Wall
- Location
- London (Central), London (Greater) (GB)
- Closing date
- 29 Oct 2020
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- Function
- Design - Garments & Accessories
- Level
- Coordinator / Executive
- Contract Type
- Freelance
- Hours
- Full Time
Job Description
A-Cold-Wall* is looking for a skilled and highly motivated Non-Leather Bags Designer to join their London based team on a freelance basis.
This role will report to the Head of Product.
Role/responsibilities to include but not limited to:
- Research, design and development of the non-leather bags collection, including updating of core styles alongside new seasonal styles
- Thorough research into current market for bestselling styles as well as seasonal and future trends
- Explore shape and volume through toiles and mock ups before confirming final shapes
- Create detailed & accurate 2D cad illustrations to progress designs through the full development & manufacturing process
- Ensuring all elements of construction are correct for each stye, advising on improvements as/when needed
- Create tech packs for styles following established templates
- Launch styles with suppliers ensuring a clear handover of information to allow for 1st proto samples to be produced
- Trim/hardware research, design and development as needed
The Ideal Candidate
We are looking for a Non-Leather Bag Designer who has a meticulous eye for detail and with the ability to work independently and take responsibility for their workflow.
- Solid research experience
- 5-6 years’ relevant design experience
- Experience of non-leather bags essential
- Sound understanding of bag and accessories construction and detailing
- Understanding of the manufacturing process and experience of working with suppliers in Europe and Asia
- Excellent communication skills in written and spoken English
- Positive attitude and enthusiasm for fashion and creative industries
- Team player who takes initiative and can handle fast paced environment
- Excellent working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign)
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