The Role
The Designer Cut and Sew will lead the design and development process, focusing on innovative fabrications and constructions while collaborating with various teams to ensure alignment with the Marc Jacobs brand aesthetic.
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OVERVIEW
Marc Jacobs International, powered by the creative genius of Marc Jacobs, seeks a Designer to join the Cut + Sew Team based in its New York City (SoHo) headquarters.
RESPONSIBILITIES
QUALIFICATIONS
The compensation for this position ranges from $85,000 - $95,000 annually. The rate of pay offered will be dependent upon candidate’s relevant skills and experience. Marc Jacobs uses the published salary range as a guideline to provide our employees with market competitive pay while allowing for flexibility to recognize and reward all levels of expertise, performance, and tenure.
Marc Jacobs in partnership with LVMH, offers a comprehensive and generous employee benefits package featuring medical, dental, and vision insurance, short and long-term disability coverage, employee discounts and perks, a 401k plan with employer match and automatic employee contributions.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
This job description is intended to cover the core accountabilities of the position and is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.
EEO STATEMENT
Marc Jacobs International was founded on Marc’s vision of celebrating uniqueness and being Perfect as You Are. We are committed to building an equitable and inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, background, and experience – all essential to our spirit of innovation and creativity. In line with this commitment, we believe that the best candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background or may meet the qualifications in different ways.
Marc Jacobs International is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, national origin, religion, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.
Marc Jacobs International, powered by the creative genius of Marc Jacobs, seeks a Designer to join the Cut + Sew Team based in its New York City (SoHo) headquarters.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Lead the design and development of innovative and original cut and sew designs that align with the Marc Jacobs brand aesthetic.
- Research global trends, techniques, and innovations to create forward-thinking design
- Collaborate closely with design leadership and other category designers to translate seasonal concepts into original designs with a focus on innovative fabrication, construction, and modern proportion
- Work in both 2D and 3D, draping and sketching to develop and visualize design ideas through mockups and prototypes
- Collaborate with Graphics team to blend print, artwork, and silhouette into a unified visual story within cut + sew
- Work cross-functionally with Product Development and Technical Design to finalize fabric choices, materials, and color execution
- Create detailed technical sketches and tech packs to clearly communicate design intent, fabrication, and construction details
- Oversee fittings, providing thoughtful design input to ensure integrity of fit, proportion, and aesthetic
- Curate and style looks for internal presentations and style outs that align with seasonal concepts and Marc Jacobs brand aesthetic
- Manage multiple projects and deadlines within the design calendar while maintaining creative integrity and attention to detail
- Collaborate closely with design director and other category designers to ensure a unified point of view across the collection
- Matina organized and up-to-date boards, reference libraries, and PLM data to support efficient workflow
- Identify opportunities for process improvement and innovation in design and development practices
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design or a related field
- 4-6 years of experience in fashion design, with a strong background in cut + sew
- Excellent understanding of fit, drape, and construction for cut + sew garments
- Exceptional taste level and brand awareness
- Strong proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and CAD sketching
- Experience working in PLM systems (Centric preferred)
- Knowledge of fabric development, finishing, and sourcing processes
- Excellent organizational, time management, communication, and presentation skills
- Ability to balance creative direction with commercial and production realities
The compensation for this position ranges from $85,000 - $95,000 annually. The rate of pay offered will be dependent upon candidate’s relevant skills and experience. Marc Jacobs uses the published salary range as a guideline to provide our employees with market competitive pay while allowing for flexibility to recognize and reward all levels of expertise, performance, and tenure.
Marc Jacobs in partnership with LVMH, offers a comprehensive and generous employee benefits package featuring medical, dental, and vision insurance, short and long-term disability coverage, employee discounts and perks, a 401k plan with employer match and automatic employee contributions.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
This job description is intended to cover the core accountabilities of the position and is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.
EEO STATEMENT
Marc Jacobs International was founded on Marc’s vision of celebrating uniqueness and being Perfect as You Are. We are committed to building an equitable and inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, background, and experience – all essential to our spirit of innovation and creativity. In line with this commitment, we believe that the best candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background or may meet the qualifications in different ways.
Marc Jacobs International is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, national origin, religion, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.
Top Skills
Adobe Illustrator
Cad
Photoshop
Plm Systems
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The Company
What We Do
Born in NYC in 1963, Marc Jacobs graduated from Parsons School of Design, where he was youngest designer ever to receive the CFDA's Perry Ellis Award for New Fashion Talent.
In 1992, Jacobs showed his grunge collection for Perry Ellis. In April 1994, he successfully debuted his eponymous collection. Since then, he's spearheaded countless successful ready-to-wear, handbag, fragrance, cosmetics & book launches.
