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  POSITION SUMMARY: The Design Director for Accessories & Handbags is responsible for leading a team of skilled designers to create and deliver innovative, brand centric products aligned with strategic initiatives. This leader will define and own the creative direction for seasonal product accessories. The Design Director will use excellent design skills and knowledge of the current market to create innovative commercially viable products, from concept to production. This position will work closely with the CEO in the concept and development of new product.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

• 10+ years of experience in Apparel Design with demonstrated success.
• 4 years college degree in Design or other related field.
• Strong knowledge women accessories.
• Strong knowledge of sewing techniques, pattern construction, fitting, grading, and costing.
• Successful experience in working effectively at a senior level and proven ability to provide guidance, mentoring and direction to direct reports.
• Entrepreneurial, highly motivated self- starter with the ability to influence, trouble-shoot and problem solve.
• Excellent presentation and story-telling skills.
• Strong collaborator that has experience working with cross-functional partners.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES:

• Strong aesthetic with exceptional silhouette, color, and trend forecasting ability.
• Ability to translate trends to specific targeted consumer needs.
• Ability to think three dimensionally and to visualize from swatch to body.
• Strong organizational, time management and communication skills.
• Must be skilled in Adobe Illustrator, photoshop and have some hand drawing skills.
• Strong ability to interact and successfully collaborate with multiple teams and staff members.
• Clear presentation and communication skills and can present designs at product reviews via sketching, prototypes, color boards, CAD, etc.
• Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines.
• Highly detail-oriented and meticulous with follow-up.
• Works well under moderate supervision.
  Please send resumes to careers@cultgaia.com