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Pinehurst Country Club

Bag Room

Denver, CO

$19.29/hr

Load bags from the bag storage room onto golf cars. * Transport range balls to each end of the ... designed to support the well-being of our team members. All employees enjoy paid sick leave ...

Pinehurst Country Club

Bag Room

Denver, CO · On-site

$19.29/hr

Load bags from the bag storage room onto golf cars. * Transport range balls to each end of the ... designed to support the well-being of our team members. All employees enjoy paid sick leave ...

Sealed Air Corporation

Bag Machine Operator

Keyser, WV · On-site

$19/hr

Sealed Air designs and delivers packaging solutions that protect essential goods transported ... The essential function of the Bag Machine Operator will be operating and maintaining the bag lines ...

Sealed Air Corporation

Bag Machine Operator

Keyser, WV · On-site

$19/hr

Sealed Air designs and delivers packaging solutions that protect essential goods transported ... PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES: • Operate bag converting equipment and perform quality checking ...

Sealed Air Corporation

Bag Machine Operator

Keyser, WV · On-site

$19/hr

Sealed Air designs and delivers packaging solutions that protect essential goods transported ... Operate a variety of bag converting equipment and perform minor operating adjustments to produce a ...

Steve Madden

Designer, Kids Accessories

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$80K - $85K/yr

General Summary The Designer,Kids Accessories position is responsible for designing and developing ... Design and develop on-trend accessories across bags, duffels, handbags, hats, bag c, and belts from ...

Steve Madden

Designer, Kids Accessories

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$80K - $85K/yr

General Summary The Designer, Kids Accessories position is responsible for designing and developing ... Design and develop on-trend accessories across bags, duffels, handbags, hats, bag c, and belts from ...

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How much do bag designer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for bag designer in the United States is $65,444.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $42,500.00 and $85,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a bag designer do?

A bag designer is a professional who creates the concepts, designs, and prototypes for various types of bags, such as handbags, backpacks, totes, and luggage. They combine artistic skills with knowledge of materials, trends, and manufacturing processes to develop bags that are both functional and stylish. Bag designers may work for fashion brands, accessory companies, or as independent freelancers, and their responsibilities often include sketching designs, selecting fabrics and hardware, and collaborating with manufacturers to bring their creations to life.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a bag designer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Bag Designer, you need strong skills in fashion design, pattern making, material selection, and often a degree in fashion design or a related field. Proficiency with design software like Adobe Illustrator, CAD tools, and knowledge of manufacturing processes are typically required. Creativity, attention to detail, and effective communication are essential soft skills for collaborating with teams and understanding market trends. These skills and qualities are crucial for creating innovative, functional, and marketable bag designs in a competitive industry.

What are some typical challenges a bag designer faces when bringing a new collection from concept to production?

One of the main challenges Bag Designers encounter is balancing creative vision with practical constraints like material costs, manufacturing capabilities, and market trends. Collaborating closely with manufacturers, pattern makers, and merchandisers is essential to ensure that designs are both aesthetically appealing and feasible for mass production. Additionally, meeting tight deadlines for seasonal launches and adapting to rapid feedback from buyers or retailers can be demanding, requiring strong organizational and communication skills. Successful Bag Designers continuously refine their designs based on prototype testing and consumer feedback to ensure the final products meet brand standards and customer expectations.

What is the difference between Bag Designer vs Accessory Designer?

AspectBag DesignerAccessory Designer
CredentialsFashion or product design degree, portfolioFashion or product design degree, portfolio
Work EnvironmentDesign studios, manufacturing facilitiesDesign studios, retail brands
Industry UsageLuxury brands, fashion houses, accessory companiesJewelry, handbags, footwear, fashion brands
Search & ComparisonOften compared for fashion accessory rolesBroader accessory design roles

Bag Designers focus specifically on creating and developing handbags and related products, emphasizing materials, functionality, and aesthetics. Accessory Designers have a broader scope, designing various fashion accessories including bags, jewelry, and footwear. While both roles require similar credentials and work environments, Bag Designers specialize in bags, whereas Accessory Designers work across multiple accessory categories.

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Infographic showing various Bag Designer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 50% Full Time, 49% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 100% Physical job distribution, with an average salary of $65,444 per year, or $31.5 per hour.

Lead Designer, Accessories Product Design, Bags

Nike

Beaverton, OR • On-site

$196K/yr

Full-time

Posted 26 days ago

Nike rating

7.6

Company rating: 7.6 out of 10

Based on 274 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

7th of 104 rated fashion retailers

Job description

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
We're currently looking for a Lead Product Designer For Bags within Accessories to lead and develop seasonal design concepts for bags in accessories. Product Design at Nike is a diverse culture of creativity, collaboration and innovative thinking on all levels. This role requires strong passion and knowledge of apparel product creation and the ability to problem solve every step of the way, from concept to final design. This teammate embodies expert communication skills with the ability to translate complex ideas into focused design narratives as well as a passion and energy for sport culture and design.
WHAT YOU'LL WORK ON
As a Lead Designer for Bags within Accessories Design, you will create & innovative functional and style oriented bag designs that connect with today's active lifestyle and pure performance athletes. This role requires blending sports functionality with modern fashion sensibility, ensuring products are both practical and desirable. You will support the Senior Design Manager in developing and editing cohesive collections while delivering design excellence.
WHO YOU'LL WORK WITH
As a Lead Product Designer for Bags within Accessories Design, you will be guiding the creative through the design season while working with a team of Designers, Developers, Product Managers, and Merchants to deliver creative in line with the Nike Design. This opportunity will require strong collaborative skills to meet cost requirements, deadlines, all while taking your partners though the thinking behind your work.
***TO BE CONSIDERED, YOU MUST SUBMIT A CREATIVE DESIGN PORTFOLIO. PLEASE PROVIDE WEBSITE LINKS OR ATTACH A PDF FILE WHEN YOU APPLY.***
WHAT YOU'LL BRING
  • Bachelor's Degree in Design or related field. Will accept any suitable combination of education, experience and training.
  • 6+ years of relevant work experience
  • Ability to set an inspiring creative direction through thoughtful visual research and storytelling.
  • Experience designing women's bags across lifestyle and performance categories.
  • Ability to translate a design concept into 3-5 core items within a collection.
  • Sensitivity to materials, textiles, and hand feel, ensuring both comfort and appeal.
  • Strong skills in sketching, Adobe Creative Suite.
  • Strong focus on functionality and usability for everyday and active lifestyles.
  • Portfolio demonstrating women's bag design, with emphasis on functional yet stylish solutions.
  • Collaborative approach, with openness to feedback and cross-team cooperation.
  • Positive, driven personality with curiosity for trends and consumer needs.
  • Sustainability (knowledge of sustainable materials and processes).
  • Passion for sports/for analyzing the utility and functionality of products to elevate consumer experience.

We offer a number of accommodations to complete our interview process including screen readers, sign language interpreters, accessible and single location for in-person interviews, closed captioning, and other reasonable modifications as needed. If you discover, as you navigate our application process, that you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please complete the Candidate Accommodation Request Form.

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