Overview
Founded in 1878 in St. Louis, MO, Caleres (formerly known as Brown Shoe Company) is a prominent footwear company that boasts an impressive portfolio. As the parent company of 15 diverse brands such as Veronica Beard, Famous Footwear, Sam Edelman, Naturalizer, Dr. Scholl’s, and Allen Edmonds, Caleres offers a wide range of footwear options to suit every individual’s taste and preference.
Join our dynamic and thriving footwear company as a 6 months Temporary, Senior Designer, Veronica Beard in New York City where you’ll have the opportunity to make an impact and shape the future of our renowned brands. If you have a passion for fashion, are eager to learn and have an eye for detail, this is the perfect role for you! As a member of our team, you’ll be part of a company that values results, caring and learning.
Responsibilities
What will you be doing?
- Improve processes: Identify current and future trends by partnering seasonally with our in-house Cal Lab Trend Team, and external design services. Assure the organized compilation, analysis and dissemination of findings via our digital Whiteboard platform, between internal and external partners, and ensure it is utilized in the creation of product with a consistent ‘signature’ point of view for the Veronica Beard brand.
- Ensure consistency: Throughout the development cycle – researching, sketching, specs/techpacks, proto corrections/blueprint & 3D file/print comments in collaboration with tech development/fit teams. Cross-functionally collaborate to bring consistent look, feel and strategy into product assortment.
- Maximize expectations: Establish and maintain effective working relationships with senior management, team, and piers, ensuring clear communication at all times.
- Team Collaboration: Support internal and external teams collaborating on overall brand and product direction for the season. Teams include internal and external design, overseas offices, product development, tech, sales, merchandise strategy and marketing.
Perks you will enjoy!
- Our Shoe Discounts. No matter your style, we’ve got your perfect fit covered with a 30% Associate Discount across Famous Footwear and Caleres brands
- Career Development and Learning Opportunities. Sharpen your skills with our Learning Database of 12,000+ courses, LinkedIn Learning, upfront education assistance, and join us for our annual internal learning and networking events
- Benefits that Start Day One. To learn more details about our total rewards including 401k, health benefits and PTO, visit yourcaleres.com
- Mental Wellness. Your mental health is important to us, and we offer free, 24/7 confidential support and resources through CompPsych EAP for eligible associates
- Relaxed Dress Code. At Caleres, we believe that the right shoes can take you anywhere, and your authentic self is always in style.
- Site Perks: Monthly bagel breakfasts accompanied by stand-up meetings where we hear updates regarding all the NY brands. Kitchens with coffee, filtered water and seltzer machines. Regular fresh fruit deliveries and a beautiful showroom filled with friendly and helpful staff.
Qualifications
Qualifications that make you the perfect fit!
- Bachelor’s degree in design related field
- Minimum 7 years design and brand building experience in the footwear industry
- Excellent verbal communication and presentation exprience
- Accountability and people management
- Adobe Suite/CAD (Mac based), I-Pad w/ ProCreate, & PPT proficiencies preferred
- Miro/other digital whiteboard collaboration tool proficiency a plus
This position has a compensation range of $110,000- $125,000. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position. The final compensation offer will be determined after reviewing relevant factors, which include a candidate’s qualifications and experience.
Caleres is an Equal Opportunity Employer by choice. We believe our company should be as diverse as the consumers we serve. We seek and engage talented individuals from all backgrounds, ethnicities, genders, lifestyles, and belief systems.
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