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safariland

Product Designer

Ontario, CA

Design cowhide leather holsters, pouches and accessories * Design molded foam/nylon holsters, belts and accessories * Design injection molded and thermo-formed plastic components with emphasis on ...

safariland

Product Designer

Ontario, CA

Design cowhide leather holsters, pouches and accessories * Design molded foam/nylon holsters, belts and accessories * Design injection molded and thermo-formed plastic components with emphasis on ...

Brindley Engineering

Staff Structural Designer

Lisle, IL · On-site

$90K - $130K/yr

Detail-oriented, reliable, creative team-player to assist engineers or lead other designers in ... and leather, steel-toed work boots. • You may be required to position yourself to work in ...

Safariland

Product Designer

Ontario, CA · On-site

$70K - $94K/yr

Design cowhide leather holsters, pouches and accessories * Design molded foam/nylon holsters, belts and accessories * Design injection molded and thermo-formed plastic components with emphasis on ...

Solomon Page

Freelance Handbag Designer

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$50/hr

We are hiring a Freelance Handbag Designer. This position requires 5+ years of experience in ... Better fabrications including leathers * Strong Illustrator sketching skills * Better design ...

Michael Kors

Footwear Designer

New York, NY

You are a prolific designer with a strong fashion sense, trend awareness, and industry knowledge of ... In-depth knowledge of silhouettes, fabrication, color ways, construction techniques, leather and ...

Gina Group LLC

Associate Designer - Beauty

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$50K - $55K/yr

Associate Designer - Beauty Summary: We are looking for a Associate Designer to join our team who ... Categories include footwear, hosiery, cold weather, intimate apparel, handbags, small leather goods ...

Gina Group LLC

Associate Designer : Footwear

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$50K - $55K/yr

Associate Footwear Designer About Gina Group: Gina Group is an industry-leading wholesale fashion ... Categories include footwear, hosiery, cold weather, intimate apparel, handbags, small leather goods ...

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How much do leather designer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 22, 2026, the average yearly pay for leather designer in the United States is $72,849.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $58,000.00 and $83,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a leather designer?

A Leather Designer creates and develops leather products such as handbags, footwear, garments, and accessories. They are responsible for selecting leather materials, designing patterns, and working with manufacturers to produce high-quality goods. The role requires creativity, knowledge of leather properties, and skills in cutting, stitching, and finishing techniques. Leather Designers often stay updated on fashion trends and sustainability practices to create innovative and eco-friendly designs.

What are the typical responsibilities of a leather designer on a day-to-day basis?

As a Leather Designer, your daily tasks often include researching fashion trends, sketching new designs, selecting appropriate leathers and hardware, and preparing technical specifications for prototypes. You will frequently collaborate with production teams, suppliers, and clients to ensure your designs are feasible and meet project requirements. Additionally, you may supervise the sample-making process, make adjustments based on feedback, and visit leather suppliers to source materials. This dynamic role requires balancing creative work with practical project management and quality control.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the leather designer position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Leather Designer, you need strong skills in fashion or product design, a good understanding of materials and tanning processes, and usually a degree in design or a related field. Proficiency with CAD software, pattern-making tools, and knowledge of industry-specific materials and technologies is highly valuable. Creativity, attention to detail, and effective communication help Leather Designers collaborate with suppliers, clients, and team members. These skills ensure that designers can create innovative, functional, and marketable leather goods suited to client and industry demands.

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Associate Designer, Women's Mainline Handbags

Michael Kors

New York, NY

Full-time

Re-posted 21 days ago

Michael Kors rating

7.3

Company rating: 7.3 out of 10

Based on 56 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

12th of 104 rated fashion retailers

Job description

Michael Kors is always interested in hearing from talented, globally-minded individuals with a passion for fashion.

If you enjoy working in a creative, fast-paced environment, then we would love to hear from you!

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Who You Are:

An Associate level designer with focused knowledge and experience in Women's Handbag design. You are an energetic and collaborative individual with a strong sense of trend awareness and industry knowledge. You are detail oriented and thrive in a rapidly changing environment.

What You'll Do:

  • Aid in the design and development of the Women's Mainline Handbag collection through market research, trend analysis, sketching designs, coloring CADS and building comprehensive full scale specs.
  • Reporting to the Senior Designer of MMK Accessories, this position will assist in executing design concepts and managing day-to-day tasks.
  • Understand the Michael Kors aesthetic and translate it into brand relevant product.
  • Research competitors and luxury market brands, partake in design inspiration shopping trips and store visits.
  • Follow up with overseas factories on a daily basis regarding tech packs, style updates, and new developments.
  • Communicate updates and changes to cross functional teams (Production, Merchandising, Materials) as needed.
  • Develop developing full-scale technical drawings and comprehensive specification sheets under senior's approval
  • Proactively monitor project milestones and provide regular updates to the manager to support efficient workflow

You'll Need to Have:

  • 3-5 years design experience within accessories.
  • Strong design and conceptual skills for Handbags
  • Ability to create full scale technical specs utilizing CAD
  • Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop
  • Experience communicating development with factories

We'd Love to See

  • Ability to hand sketch designs and sketch on Adobe Illustrator.
  • Excellent sense of style and color.
  • Strong knowledge of handbag construction in both leather and alternative non-leather materials.
  • Excellent organizational, time management, and communication skills.
  • Design school training such as accessories /industrial /product design

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The Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. The Company's policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, military status, disability, genetic information or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories.

At Capri Holdings Limited, we are committed to providing a fair and accessible recruitment process. If you require a reasonable accommodation for the interview or application process, please contact our Talent Acquisition team at CapriTalentAcquisition@CapriHoldings.com.

In compliance with certain Pay Transparency laws, employers are required to disclose a salary range. The salary for this position will vary based on role requirements, skill set and years of experience.

Compensation Range:

55,000.00 - 90,000.00 USD

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About Michael Kors

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Michael Kors is a world-renowned, award-winning designer of luxury accessories and ready to wear. His namesake company, established in 1981, currently produces a range of products through his Michael Kors and MICHAEL Michael Kors labels, including accessories, footwear, watches, jewelry, men's and women's ready to wear, and a full line of fragrance products. Operating at the luxury, lifestyle and outlet levels combined with a strong e-commerce business, Michael Kors stores are operated in some of the most prestigious cities in the world, including New York, Beverly Hills, Chicago, London, Milan, Paris, Munich, Istanbul, Dubai, Seoul, Tokyo and Hong Kong. We currently employ 14,000 people around the world.

Industry

Apparel and accessories stores

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

New York, NY, US

Year founded

1981

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