Join this iconic French Fashion brand as a Freelance Handbag Designer focused on the Korean market and play a pivotal role in shaping their accessory line by blending creativity with their iconic style. This dynamic position offers the unique opportunity to craft cutting-edge designs that resonate with the brand’s ethos and appeal specifically to Korean consumers, pushing the boundaries of fashion.

This role is ideal for a passionate designer eager to see their creations come to life and influence global trends, particularly in Korea.

Responsibilities

• You will create innovative and stylish handbag designs that align with the brand's identity and seasonal trends, specifically tailored for the Korean market.
• We expect you to collaborate closely with our product development team to ensure your designs are both aesthetically pleasing and technically feasible, meeting the demands of Korean consumers.
• You shall conduct thorough market research to stay updated on current fashion trends, materials, and techniques relevant to handbag design in Korea.
• You will prepare detailed sketches, 3D models, and prototypes to effectively communicate your creative vision to stakeholders, ensuring they cater to Korean tastes.
• We expect you to manage the entire design process from concept through to final production, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality products for the Korean market.
• You shall participate in regular design reviews, providing constructive feedback and making necessary adjustments based on input received, keeping Korean consumer preferences in mind.
• We expect you to stay informed about sustainability practices and integrate eco-friendly materials and processes into your designs whenever possible, appealing to environmentally conscious Korean customers.

Requirements

• You must have a strong portfolio showcasing innovative and contemporary handbag designs that align with the brand's aesthetic and the Korean market.
• We expect you to demonstrate expertise in using design software such as Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and CAD tools for creating detailed handbag blueprints.
• You should possess a deep understanding of different materials, fabrics, and production techniques specific to handbag manufacturing, with insights into Korean preferences.
• Collaboration skills are essential; you will work closely with our product development team to ensure your designs meet practical functionality and market demands in Korea.
• An ability to stay ahead of fashion trends, especially those popular in Korea, and incorporate them into unique handbag designs is crucial for success in this role.
• You need excellent sketching abilities, both hand-drawn and digital, to effectively communicate your design concepts catering to the Korean market.
• Your capacity to handle constructive feedback and iterate on designs quickly is important for maintaining the dynamic nature of our creative processes, particularly for Korean consumers.
• We value proactive problem-solving skills to address any design challenges or constraints while maintaining high-quality standards suitable for the Korean market.

Skills

• Leather Craftsmanship
• Trend Analysis
• Technical Drawing
• Material Sourcing
• Pattern Making
• Color Theory
• CAD Software
• Prototyping
• Fashion Illustration
• Market Research