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American Exchange Group

Designer, Watches

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$65K - $75K/yr

About Us American Exchange Group is an industry leader in fashion accessory products and brand ... Designer, Watches We are seeking a talented and detail-oriented Designer to join our team. This ...

American Exchange Group

Designer, Watches

Manhattan, NY

$65K - $70K/yr

About Us American Exchange Group is an industry leader in fashion accessory products and brand ... Designer, Watches We are seeking a talented and detail-oriented Designer to join our team. This ...

American Exchange Group

Designer, Watches

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$65K - $70K/yr

About Us American Exchange Group is an industry leader in fashion accessory products and brand ... Designer, Watches We are seeking a talented and detail-oriented Designer to join our team. This ...

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How much do fashion accessories designer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 29, 2026, the average yearly pay for fashion accessories designer in the United States is $69,494.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $51,000.00 and $89,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a fashion accessories designer?

A Fashion Accessories Designer creates and develops items like handbags, jewelry, belts, hats, and eyewear to complement clothing and enhance personal style. They research trends, sketch designs, select materials, and collaborate with manufacturers to bring their creations to life. Their role blends creativity with market awareness to produce fashionable and functional accessories that appeal to consumers.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a fashion accessories designer?

Fashion Accessories Designers typically spend their days researching trends, sketching new designs, selecting materials, and creating prototypes for accessories such as handbags, jewelry, belts, or hats. They collaborate closely with product developers, manufacturers, and marketing teams to ensure designs are both fashionable and feasible for production. Regular tasks may also include attending meetings to review concepts, presenting collections, and making adjustments based on feedback. This dynamic workflow allows designers to bring their creative visions to life while addressing technical challenges and market requirements.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a fashion accessories designer?

To succeed as a Fashion Accessories Designer, you need strong creative design skills, an understanding of fashion trends, and a background in fashion or product design. Proficiency in digital design tools like Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop, as well as knowledge of materials and production processes, is highly beneficial. Excellent communication, adaptability, and collaboration skills set exceptional designers apart in team environments. These abilities enable designers to create appealing, marketable accessories that align with brand vision and meet consumer demand.

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Infographic showing various Fashion Accessories Designer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 64% Full Time, 34% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $69,494 per year, or $33.4 per hour.

Designer - Fashion Accessories & Belts, Betsey Johnson

Steve Madden

Manhattan, NY • On-site

$90K - $100K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 18 days ago

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6.6

Company rating: 6.6 out of 10

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Job description

General Summary
The Designer - Fashion Accessories & Belts, Betsey Johnson is responsible for putting together mood boards, sketching, designing concepts, creating tech packs and communicating overseas as well as presenting product to sales team. This position supports the Wholesale Accessories business.
The responsibilities described below are considered essential functions of the role. This position is based in our NYC office and requires working on-site.
Key Responsibilities
  • Putting together mood boards
  • Sketching
  • Designing concepts
  • Creating tech packs
  • Communicating overseas
  • Presenting products to sales teams
  • Able to manage multiple projects and deadlines with support and resources as needed
  • Perform other duties and special projects as assigned

Specific Job Skills:
Essential duties include
  • Strong sketching on illustrator and photoshop skills
  • Strong specking abilities
  • Experience in hardware development
  • Excellent communication and time management skills
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong sense of contemporary fashion

Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Fashion
  • Minimum of 3-5 years' experience in belts or fashion accessories industry
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
  • Excellent interpersonal, problem-solving, and organizational skills
  • Deep understanding of trends, materials and construction in fashion

The expected base salary for this position ranges from $90,000-$100,000. Ranges are based on various factors such as relevant skillset, training, years of experience related to the current job description, education, and our organizational structure. In addition to the base salary, Steve Madden offers a competitive benefits package that includes health and dental insurance, life insurance, disability insurance, 401K, paid holidays, a generous paid time-off policy, and career opportunities within a dynamic team.

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