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# Designer, Sweaters

- **Company:** Steve Madden Ltd.
- **Location:** New York, NY, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $85,000.0 - $95,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Computer-Aided Design, Microsoft Office
- **Published:** August 11, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=f6c847f9d5537580

## About the Role

Specific Job Skills: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 * Ability to perform complex verbal and written communications face-to-face and in group settings
 * Decisions are guided by precedent and interpretation of applicable laws, etc. and have impact on others and the organization
 * Work responsibilities frequently concern confidential and/or sensitive information requiring the use of discretion at all times
 * Job duties are widely diverse, and frequently require conceptualizing, planning and implementing
 * Strong follow-up and completion skills
 * Under limited supervision, anticipates and solves problems for self and other lower level employees
 * Has limited supervisory responsibilities for small groups of usually skilled employees

Education, Licenses, Certificates, Registrations and/or Experience:

 * College degree in the arts preferred
 * 3-5 years experience in fashion related industry
 * Knowledge of Microsoft Office and CAD preferred
 * Knowledge of target market

## Description

General Summary: This position is responsible for developing a product line representative of the brand.

Major Responsibilities:

 * Study markets, shop retail, and interact with consumer to establish trends.
 * Source and choose materials (leather, fabric, ornamentation) for samples.
 * Present sample as envisioned.
 * Attend trade-shows
 * Special projects as needed
 * Other duties may be assigned.


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