Vans Designer, Accessories

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Vans is the original brand rooted in the authentic lifestyle of skateboarding. We are driven by our mission to inspire and empower everyone to live Off The Wall embracing the youthful spirit of freedom non-conformity and relentless progression. Yesterdays Off The Wall moment is todays new normal and at Vans we believe in constantly outdoing ourselves. Together with our communities across the globe our vision is to push culture forward because we believe that the pursuit of progression never ends. We are constantly inspired by the future generation of positive catalysts within our community.

So before we get to the job details take a minute to learn a little more about us our values and our culture. If you can see yourself working side-by-side with a team of people who think and live Off the Wall Vans just may be the place for you.

To learn more about our values and our culture visit Vans Careers or .

What will you do

A day in the life of an Accessories Designer at Vans looks a little like this.

The Accessories Designer is a key member of the Global Apparel & Accessories team contributing to design direction and execution across all regions. This role partners closely with Merchandising and Development to move ideas from early concept through preproduction delivering innovative trendright product with precision timeliness and a high standard of craft. They understand that accessories reach far beyond bags and hatsand theyre energized by exploring new categories new formats and new ways accessories can show up for our consumer. This role reports to the Senior Designer Accessories.

Lets break down that day-in-the-life a bit more.

• Responsible for market research creating seasonal inspiration boards designs tech pack creation and fit.

• Determine material selection color details and styling details.

• Responsible for knowledge of cost components and ability to design products that hit margin targets.

• Create computer design; sketches graphics print artwork multiple colorways and storyboards.

• Create visual presentations and follow up with all design details.

• Lead presentation of designs at line reviews and product launches.

• Oversee the fitting of garments and review product details to ensure product execution meets the design aesthetic as well as commercially acceptable quality standards.

• Review details on prototypes with developer and merchandiser. Share responsibility for development and merchandiser for final product results.

• Adhere to all calendar dates.

What do you need to succeed

We all have unique skills that we bring to work and celebrate every day. For this role there are foundation skills youll need to succeed and excel. Additionally while formal education in a related field is great to have we are most interested in your 3-5 years of experience and professional achievements.

The foundation skills you will need in this position are:

• Bachelors degree in design or equivalent experience in accessories or apparel.

• Expert knowledge of the Adobe Suite

• Experience in 3D and Generative AI is a plus

• Excellent sense of style and color

• Thorough knowledge of the global lifestyle/action sports market

• Possess strong presentation listening verbal and written communication skills

• Ability to multitask managing design work with business requests

• In-depth knowledge of design techniques and processes

• Comprehension in manufacturing process design development fit and production

• Capable of contributing to the design process with the team and partnering with product development

• Follows through with all tasks assignments to meet product development calendar

• Ability to read analyze and interpret policies procedures and other business practices guidelines and documents

Location requirement: Hybrid schedule in-office in Costa Mesa CA.

There are also a few skills that are not required but preferred.

• Demonstrates the ability to synthesize aesthetic inspiration from vintage forwardthinking design and mainstream consumer expectations to create relevant compelling product concepts

• Has a strong grasp of pop culture and actively researches emerging trends cultural shifts and niche references translating them into meaningful design insights and products.

What do we offer you

At Vans we know you expect as much from us as we do from you. That is why we make a commitment to support and grow our people. We offer extensive development and growth opportunities for your current and future positions a competitive compensation package and a strong benefits package that includes medical dental vision and 401(k).

Our commitment extends beyond this and into your daily work life. We strive to foster a diverse and inclusive culture based on respect connection and authenticity. Our focus on DEI is at the foundation of who we are and what we do.

To learn more about Vans benefits package follow this and click Looking to Join VF.

To learn more about Vans Diversity and Inclusion efforts go to .

Now WE have a question for YOU.

Are you in

Hiring Range:

Incentive Potential: This position is eligible for additional compensation awards that may include an annual incentive plan sales incentive orcommissionpotential. Specific details of the additional compensation eligibility for this position will be provided during the recruiting and interview process.

Benefits at VF Corporation: You can review a general overview of each benefit program offered including this years medical plan rates on and by clicking Looking to Join VF Detailed information on your benefits will be provided during the hiring process.

Please note our hiring ranges are determined and built from market pay determining the specific compensation for this position we comply with all local state and federal laws.

At VF we value a diverse inclusive workforce and we provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. All qualified applicants for employment will be considered without regard to an individuals race color sex gender identity gender expression religion age national origin or ancestry citizenship physical or mental disability medical condition family care status marital status domestic partner status sexual orientation genetic information military or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal state or local laws. If you require accommodations during the application process please contact us at . VF will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals to the extent required by applicable law.

Pursuant to all applicable local Fair Chance Ordinance requirements including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance VF will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.