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About Us

American Exchange Group is an industry leader in fashion accessory products and brand management. By facilitating distribution to major retailers internationally for their globally recognized brands, custom private label brands, and exclusive licensed brandsincluding footwear, tech wearables, watches, jewelry, handbags, fashion accessories, home, and beautyAmerican Exchange Group raises the bar by disrupting the status quo with value and quality, while staying at the forefront of trends.

Joining American Exchange Group means being part of a dynamic and diverse team where your contributions drive real impactand where theres always room to grow. If you're looking to be part of a company that blends heritage with hustle, were excited to meet you.

Visit our website atwww.axnygroup.com

Location: Onsite 5 days a week at our NYC HQ

Position Overview

We are looking for a creative and motivated Footwear Designer to support the design and development of a newly acquired footwear brand across lifestyle and casual categories. This role will assist in bringing innovative product concepts to life through strong design execution, research, and collaboration with cross-functional teams.

The ideal candidate has a passion for sneaker and lifestyle footwear, strong visual communication skills, and an eagerness to grow within a fast-paced creative environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in designing lifestyle and sneaker footwear concepts aligned with brand direction
• Create sketches, renderings, and technical drawings using Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop
• Support seasonal concept research, trend analysis, and inspiration development
• Help prepare tech packs, specifications, and product documentation for development
• Assist with material selection, color updates, and construction detailing
• Partner with Product Development, Merchandising, and Sales teams throughout the design process
• Communicate with factories regarding development updates and sample revisions
• Review samples and assist with prototype corrections and design refinements
• Maintain organized design files, calendars, and product information
• Participate in fittings, presentations, and line reviews

Qualifications

• 25 years of footwear design experience preferred
• Background or strong interest in sneaker and lifestyle footwear design
• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop
• Strong hand sketching and visual presentation skills
• Basic understanding of footwear materials and construction
• Familiarity with specs, tech packs, and product development processes
• Microsoft Excel proficiency
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a cross-functional environment
• Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and willingness to learn

Preferred Experience

• Experience working with overseas factories or development teams
• Understanding of current fashion, sneaker, and lifestyle trends
• Passion for sustainability, innovation, and modern casual design

What Were Looking For

A creative designer with strong taste, attention to detail, and a passion for footwear design someone excited to contribute fresh ideas while growing within a collaborative and innovative brand environment.

What We Offer

• Comprehensive Health & Wellness Benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and supplemental insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with company match
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
• Half Day Fridays with shortened hours during both Summer and Winter seasons
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Tax-free commuter benefits
• Exclusive employee merchandise discounts

Salary: The anticipated base salary is $80k-$95k annually. Actual compensation will be determined based on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, internal equity, and location.

This position description is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills or working conditions associated with this position. While this description is intended to accurately reflect the position's activities and requirements, management reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties as necessary. The compensation package is dependent on a number of factors, including, for example, experience, education, market data, and business needs.