Senior Mens Accessories Designer CK EU (Freelance)

About PVH Corp.
PVH is one of the most admired fashion and lifestyle companies in the world.
We power brands that drive fashion forward - for good.
Our brand portfolio includes the iconic CALVIN KLEIN and TOMMY HILFIGER. We market a variety of goods under these and other nationally and internationally known owned and licensed brands. PVH has over 40,000 associates operating in over 40 countries and $9.9 billion in annual revenues. That's the Power of Us. That's the Power of PVH.

About Calvin Klein
At Calvin Klein, we believe in fostering an inclusive and collaborative culture by celebrating different perspectives, backgrounds and beliefs to truly connect with our associates and consumers. Join us and have a meaningful impact on the world and endless opportunities to design your future. Calvin Klein is a fashion lifestyle brand with bold, progressive ideals and a sensual aesthetic that is recognized worldwide. Our modern and minimalist approach to design, provocative imagery and authentic connection to culture has resonated with customers for over 50 years. Founded in 1968 by Calvin Klein and his business partner Barry Schwartz, we have built our reputation as a leader in American fashion through the distinct Calvin Klein brand lines and a licensed range of products. Global retail sales of Calvin Klein brand products exceeded $9 billion in 2019 and were distributed in over 110 countries. Calvin Klein employs over 11,500 associates globally. We were acquired by PVH Corp. in 2003.

The Position 
The Calvin Klein Senior Men's Bags Designer will report into the Design Director for Accessories, Design Direction and VP of Design. 


Key responsibilities:

• The conception and development of the Calvin Klein Men's Bags through key silhouettes, materials, hardware in accordance with the brand DNA, global design inputs and market requirements and in collaboration with the Design team. 
• Preparing seasonal mood boards, concept boards, research, and color proposals (4 collections - 2 main and 2 pre) for bags. 
• Building the line following a “red thread” of colors, silhouettes and detailing in order to help cross-merchandising on the wall/window across different families and materializations. 
• Working closely and following the Design Direction of the brand as conveyed by the Design Direction. 
• Working closely and building a strong relationship with Merchandisers and Product Developers, in order to strengthen partnership. 
• Working closely with peers from the Merchandising and PD departments with the best open and collaborative attitude. 
• Preparing and presenting concepts/collection to the Design Director and Creative Director. 
• Working within an intimate design team, this position is vital to ensuring the growth of the division.
• Men's Accessories is a key focus area within the Accessories Division, therefore a strong, commercial technical understanding of men's accessories is a must. 
• As the design team is small, you must craft key looks from sketch to technical packs 
• Create technical specs of hardware in 2D and 3D
• Create prints and graphics technical specs
• Create digital overviews of the collection
• Create layouts for internal and external presentations
• Responsible for designing and executing of seasonal collections according to range plans. 
• Assist the Design Director on daily tasks
• Researching accessories details that are aligned with the corporate design brief
• Researching trends that work into the Calvin Klein brand identity/strategy, translating these into seasonal collections. 
• Working closely with the wider team to ensure deadlines are meet within the divisional calendar. 
• Strong computer sketches (CAD) and knowledge of PLM is essential.
• Responsible for mood, trend, colour, fabric & trim research within these categories. 
• Working with the in-house sourcing team on fabric selection process and managing the fabric archive.
• Close cooperation with tech department & PD team for the execution of product for proto review and hand-over.
• Act quickly to developing trends and filter this into special designed capsules within these categories which will be outside the seasonal calendar.
• Work well in a team environment utilizing strong communication skills.
   

The Ideal Candidate:

• 8 years+ experience as a Men's Accessories designer 
• University/college degree in Fashion Design.
• 1 years experience in managing a junior designer or designers.
• Adobe creative suite skills are a must and a strong interest or willingness to learn 3D design (Browzwear/Lotta/CLO).
• High level of attention to detail needed for branded product. 
• Excellent hand sketch skills 
• High productivity. 
• Pro activity. 
• High flexibility, adapt to changes. 
• Sensibility to colors. 
• Good understanding of Calvin Klein DNA and brand awareness
• Good understanding of constructions and materials with knowledge of pattern making. 
• Excellent presentation skills are a must 
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Positive attitude and good work aesthetic
• Good understanding of constructions and materials and a knowledge of pattern making
• Creative with fresh new ideas, with ability to be creative within commercial restraints.
• Highly organized with the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• A fast and organized designer to cope with the fast pace environments. 
• Excellent communication skills, fluency in written and spoken English are a must.
• Creates partnership and able to work within a diverse team.
• Experience in working and visiting factories in Asia. 
   

Please include an up to date portfolio with your application. We would love to see your aesthetic as well how you commercially design to understand why this is THE role for you!

PVH Europe and our brands, TOMMY HILFIGER and CALVIN KLEIN, are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse community of associates with a strong sense of belonging. We believe we are bettered by all forms of diversity, and take pride in working with top talent from every walk of life and corner of the world. In the spirit of inclusivity, qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, ethnicity, ability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, nationality, race, religion or sexual orientation.