2024 Design Apprentice - Color & Cocept

We believe that difference sparks brilliance, so we welcome people and ideas from everywhere to join us in stretching what’s possible.

 

At Tapestry, being true to yourself is core to who we are. When each of us brings our individuality to our collective ambition, our creativity is unleashed. This global house of brands – Coach, Kate Spade New York, Stuart Weitzman – was built by unconventional entrepreneurs and unexpected solutions, so when we say we believe in dreams, we mean we believe in making them happen. We’re always on a journey to becoming our best, but you can count on this: Here, your voice is valued, your ambitions are supported, and your work is recognized.

A member of the Tapestry family, we are part of a global house of brands that has unwavering optimism and is committed to being innovative and wholly inclusive. Visit Our People page to learn more about Tapestry's commitment to equity, inclusion, and diversity. 

 

APPLICATION DEADLINE – FEBRUARY 24TH

APPLICATIONS WILL BE CONTINUOUSLY REVIEWED UP TO APPLICATION DEADLINE

 

Design Apprentice – Color & Concept

New York, NY 

Work Structure – Hybrid (3 Days)

 

Primary Purpose: The Design Apprentice, Color & Concept will collaborate on design team for each season that are fashion driven and reflective of the creative vision and Coach aesthetic. You will be a part of a dynamic, creative environment where you will collaborate with talented designers and cross-functional partners in the business. 
 
The successful individual will leverage their proficiency in Design to...  

• Based off direction given by Color and Concept team, research seasonal concept ideas that align with brand vision, story for the season, market trends and the global merchandising briefs
• Coordinate collection of materials, CADs, and samples for key milestones
• Help organize presentation boards and assist in the preparation of meetings
• Help maintain seasonal color palette, both digital and physical
• Conduct creative research as it relates to collaborations, special projects, vintage research, and larger picture brand work
• Knowledge and passion for photography, art history, graphic design a plus

 

The accomplished individual will possess...  

• Must be organized with the ability to handle multiple priorities at once
• Must be flexible with the ability to self-manage 
• Must have strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Must be a collaborative, team player with great initiative

 
 
An outstanding professional will have...  

• Bachelor’s Degree in Design or related field (preferred)
• 0-2 years’ experience in Color & Concept design
• Strong working knowledge of Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop, Microsoft Word and Excel 

• Proven ability to sketch and spec 
• Strong color sense  
• Fashion/luxury brand experience, a plus 

 

ALL APPLICATION MUST BE SUBMITTED WITH A PORTFOLOIO (AS EITHER A PDF OR WEBSITE)

 

 

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Our Competencies for All Employees

• Courage: Doesn’t hold back anything that needs to be said; provides current, direct, complete, and “actionable” positive and corrective feedback to others; lets people know where they stand; faces up to people problems on any person or situation (not including direct reports) quickly and directly; is not afraid to take negative action when necessary.
• Creativity: Comes up with a lot of new and unique ideas; easily makes connections among previously unrelated notions; tends to be seen as original and value-added in brainstorming settings.
• Customer Focus: Is dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers; gets first-hand customer information and uses it for improvements in products and services; acts with customers in mind; establishes and maintains effective relationships with customers and gains their trust and respect.
• Dealing with Ambiguity: Can effectively cope with change; can shift gears comfortably; can decide and act without having the total picture; isn’t upset when things are up in the air; doesn’t have to finish things before moving on; can comfortably handle risk and uncertainty.
• Drive for Results: Can be counted on to exceed goals successfully; is constantly and consistently one of the top performers; very bottom-line oriented; steadfastly pushes self and others for results.
• Interpersonal Savvy: Relates well to all kinds of people, up, down, and sideways, inside and outside the organization; builds appropriate rapport; builds constructive and effective relationshi