Associate Designer, Footwear

We are an American luxury lifestyle brand, founded in 2004. Anchored in the casual elegance of American sportswear, Tory’s design philosophy is defined by effortless silhouettes, innovative materials, eclectic juxtapositions of color, and the tension of past and present. The collections include ready-to-wear, handbags, footwear, accessories, jewelry, home and beauty. Empowering women is the company’s guiding principle, expressed through Tory’s collections and reflected in the company culture as well as the work of the Tory Burch Foundation. Established in 2009, the Foundation provides women entrepreneurs in the United States with access to capital, education and community. You are seeking a work environment where people are encouraged to dream, explore, discover and, as important, laugh together. If you’re prepared to work hard, create impact, and have fun while doing it, we would love to have you join #TeamTory. Apply today! Life @ToryBurch is Special Because: When you join us, you’re joining a global, purpose-led company on an exciting growth journey with an amazing culture and great benefits. Our culture is welcoming and inclusive -- everyone is empowered to make a difference. We have the best team in the world and believe in paying competitively and rewarding for high performance. Your overall well-being is important to us; we offer generous benefits to help you take care of your mental and physical health, create financial security, and achieve wellness in all areas of your life. We love seeing our employees wear our beautiful collections. You’ll receive a generous employee discount and access to exclusive sample sales. We are invested in your professional growth – you’ll have access to free executive coaching on-demand. We believe in the importance of giving back and you’ll have many opportunities to do just that through the Tory Burch Foundation and paid volunteer days. This Role is Tailor-Made for You Because: The Associate Designer will work closely with the Senior Designer and support the broader Design team to develop and maintain footwear designs from concept through production. The ideal candidate is creative, highly organized, detail-oriented, and adaptable to shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment. They are passionate about product and possess an elevated aesthetic and a strong eye for detail that aligns with the Tory Burch brand. A Day in the Life: Collaborate with the Design team to create and develop elevated footwear product. Build seasonal design boards and keep them organized and up to date. Update sketches and boards as development progresses. Collect, track, and organize all information related to each style, ensuring it is complete and easily accessible to the team. Create both hand sketches and technical drawings in Illustrator for tech packs. Create thorough tech packs with sketches, complete construction details, and mock-ups as needed. Create and execute CADs, including seasonal decks, using Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign. Take notes during design and sketch meetings and capture all updates to designs. Prepare samples and prototypes for review. Assist with specs, ensuring they are accurate and updated throughout the season. Update and track product in PLM. Compile trend research and organize and maintain the vintage and inspiration archive. Participate in fit sessions To Land This Role: Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design or a related field, or equivalent experience. 2+ years of design experience, ideally within a luxury or premium fashion environment. High proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, including Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign. Strong hand-sketching and Illustrator skills. Ability to build detailed, organized, and clear tech packs and pass specifications to factories for prototype development. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Willingness to learn, grow, and take on new challenges. Resourceful problem-solver with the