Job Description

Be part of an iconic story.

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. Immerse yourself in Calvin Klein here! ( YouTube , Instagram , TikTok )

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Assistant Designer will support the Design Director and broader team in the design and development of seasonal accessories collections, including bags, small leather goods, and belts. This role requires strong organizational skills, creative curiosity, and a foundational understanding of design processes to help bring compelling, brand-relevant products to life.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES/ACCOUNTABILITIES OF THE JOB:

Assistant Designer Women’s Accessories—Full-price

Design: Assist in the design and development of seasonal accessories collections—including bags, belts and SLGs— in concept ideation, sketching, and creating technical specs.

Research & Trend: Support in trend research, material sourcing, and competitive market analysis. Monitor fashion trends, emerging designers, and market shifts to bring fresh ideas to the team.

Mood & Presentation Setups: Develop mood boards, sketches (hand and digital), and presentation materials as need for key milestone meetings. Assist in prototype set ups and product presentations for cross-functional or leadership review meetings

Cross-functional Team Collaboration: Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Product Development and Global Merchandising to ensure designs are in synch with PD, Merch and business needs

Proto Reviews: Assist in prototype reviews, and making revisions based on feedback.

Design Archive & Workroom Libraries: Organize samples, materials, and design archives.

Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design, Accessory Design, or a related field.
1–2 years of experience in accessory or handbag design (internships count).
Strong understanding of handbag construction, materials, and hardware.
Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator and Photoshop)
Strong sketching and rendering skills—both by hand and digitally.
Excellent organizational and communication skills.
Ability to multitask and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Passion for fashion accessories and attention to detail.

Preferred Skills:

Knowledge of leather and alternative materials.
Familiarity with PLM systems or other product lifecycle tools.

A sense of urgency in a fast-paced environment

Pay Range:$59,000---$85,200

PVH currently provides base salary ranges for all positions-on job advertisements-in the United States based on local requirements. These ranges are based on what PVH reasonably believes that it will pay an associate for their base salary for said position at the time of the posting. Individual compensation will ultimately be determined based on a variety of relevant factors including but-not limited to qualifications, geographic location and other relevant skills. PVH is committed to providing a market-competitive total rewards package to eligible associates, which includes diverse and robust health and insurance benefits to meet the varied needs of our associates and an above-market 401(k) contribution to help our associates save for retirement. We also offer career growth opportunities, empowering our associates to design their future at PVH.

Your Wellbeing is Our Priority

At PVH, we offer competitive, cost-effective, and comprehensive benefit packages. We strive to provide options when it comes to your health, finances, and work-life balance. This includes:

• Pay & Insurance: Competitive pay, bonus programs, best in class medical insurance, vision insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, disability insurance, and more.

• 401(k): An above-market 401(k) contribution to help our eligible associates save for retirement.

• Flexible Workplace: Generous company-paid holidays, paid time off, hybrid working arrangements, volunteer opportunities, seasonal hours, and flexible work schedules.

• Wellbeing Support: A variety of wellbeing tools and programs such as, Headspace membership, reimbursement for fitness memberships and/or digital meditation subscriptions, and the opportunity to earn up to $200 a year in rewards for exercising and participating in healthy activities.

• Care.com Services: Access to services for childcare, elder care, adoption preparation, pet care, plus reimbursement for backup care when your regular plans fall through.

• Education Assistance: Receive support for continued education including tuition reimbursement.

• Associate Discount: Shop at our company outlets and e-commerce sites at a discount.

Please note, eligibility depends on employment status, location and length of time employed with PVH and our benefits may be subject to change. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

About PVH:

We are brand builders who focus our passion and creativity to build Calvin Klein and TOMMY HILFIGER into the most desirable lifestyle brands in the world and at the same time position PVH as one of the best-performing brand groups in our sector. Guided by our values and enabled by our scale and global reach, we are driving fashion forward for good, as one team with one vision and one plan. That’s the Power of Us, that’s the Power of PVH+.   

One of PVH’s greatest strengths is our people. Our collective desire is to create a workplace environment where every individual is valued, and every voice is heard, and we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse community of associates with a strong sense of belonging. Learn more about Inclusion & Diversity at PVH .

PVH Corp. or its subsidiary ("PVH") is an equal opportunity employer and considers all applicants for employment on the basis of their individual capabilities and qualifications without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sex, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability, military status or any other characteristic protected under federal, state or local law. In addition to complying with all applicable laws, PVH is also committed to ensuring that all current and future PVH associates are compensated solely on job-related factors such as skill, ability, educational background, work quality, experience and potential.

To achieve these goals, across the United States and its territories, PVH prohibits any PVH employee, agent or representative from requesting or otherwise considering any job applicant’s current or prior wages, salary or other compensation information in connection with the hiring process. Accordingly, applicants are asked not to disclose this salary history information to PVH.

Job Tags

Full time, Seasonal work, Local area, Flexible hours, Shift work,

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