- Employment
- Full-time
- Seniority
- Mid-Level
- Compensation
- $95,000–125,000/year
- Department
- Creative, Design & Styling
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Nov 1, 2026
About Tory Burch
Founded in New York in 2004, Tory Burch is an American luxury lifestyle brand distinguished by its expressive use of color, signature prints and modern interpretation of classic style. Its collections span ready-to-wear, handbags, footwear and accessories, reaching an international clientele through a global retail and digital presence. As an employer, the company offers opportunities across design, merchandising, retail, technology and corporate functions, combining creative ambition with commercial expertise. Employees contribute to a founder-led business whose identity connects personal style with purpose. Women’s empowerment remains central to this identity, notably through the Tory Burch Foundation’s support for women entrepreneurs.
Tory Burch seeks a Footwear Designer to develop seasonal footwear concepts and guide designs through prototyping, product development, engineering, and commercialization in collaboration with cross-functional partners and overseas factories. The role is full-time and requires at least 5 years of footwear design experience; compensation is USD 95,000–125,000, based on relevant experience and work location.
Role & Responsibilities
- Collaborate with the Senior Design Director to develop and refine seasonal footwear concepts, materials, hardware, and color palettes.
- Create sketches and product prototypes throughout the conceptual design process.
- Develop clear, concise, and thoughtful tech packs covering style details, panels, hardware, construction, and all necessary components.
- Manage timelines, ensure designs are completed accurately and delivered to Product Development on time, and ensure prototypes are available for product presentations and finalization.
- Follow up proactively with Product Development and Merchandising partners, providing updates and clarifications to maintain design intent and ensure proper execution.
- Uphold design integrity and ensure high-quality execution throughout development, from concept through engineering and commercialization.
- Partner cross-functionally with Merchandising, Product Development, and Technical Design teams, and participate in regular meetings.
- Travel internationally on a seasonal basis and partner with overseas colleagues and factories.
- Adhere to seasonal product milestone calendars and ensure the category meets key deadlines.
Qualifications
- Associate or bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design or a related field, or equivalent experience.
- At least 5 years of footwear design experience, preferably in a luxury or premium fashion environment.
- High proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, including Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign.
- Strong hand-sketching and Illustrator skills.
- Ability to independently create detailed, organized, and clear tech packs and provide specifications to factories for prototype development.
- Experience developing products directly with factories, with a strong understanding of the process from concept through engineering and commercialization.
- Strong understanding of footwear materials, hardware, leather, and construction.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Willingness to learn, grow, and take on new challenges.
- Resourceful problem-solver able to apply creative thinking to challenges.
- Adaptable and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple product seasons simultaneously.
- Digital portfolio showcasing relevant work required.
Skills
Experience
At least 5 years of footwear design experience, preferably in a luxury or premium fashion environment.
Education
Associate or bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design or a related field, or equivalent experience.
Workplace
The role is situated in New York, New York, USA.
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Compensation
The base compensation for this position ranges from USD 95,000 to USD 125,000 per annum.
Benefits
Generous benefits supporting health, financial security, and wellness; employee discount; access to exclusive sample sales; free on-demand executive coaching; paid volunteer days.
Culture
Tory Burch’s workplace culture reflects the brand’s entrepreneurial spirit and optimistic outlook, bringing together creative expression, commercial ambition and a collaborative approach to building a global fashion business. Its commitment to women’s empowerment gives the company a distinctive sense of purpose, connecting its identity as an employer with its broader mission to support women’s ambitions.
About Cerulean
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