MAYU is looking for a talented freelance Handbags & Lifestyle Accessories Designer to collaborate on the design and development of our upcoming collection, launching in early September.
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Our new collection will explore the intersection of luxury craftsmanship and material innovation, featuring fish leather alongside other next-generation sustainable leather alternatives. We are looking for a designer who can create timeless, commercially viable products while embracing the unique characteristics of creative materials.
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What you will do:
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Design a capsule collection of handbags and lifestyle accessories
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Develop mood boards, concept directions, colour palettes, and material combinations
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Create detailed design sketches and technical drawings
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Prepare tech packs with construction details, dimensions, hardware specifications, and finishing notes
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Collaborate closely with our founder and manufacturing partners during product development
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Refine designs based on prototyping and material constraints
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Help build a cohesive collection aligned with MAYU's premium brand vision
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We are looking for someone who has:
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Experience designing handbags, leather goods, or lifestyle accessories
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A robust portfolio demonstrating contemporary, premium product design
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Knowledge of bag construction, materials, hardware, and manufacturing processes
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Experience preparing production-ready tech packs
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Robust understanding of luxury aesthetics, functionality, and user experience
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Excellent communication skills and the ability to work independently within tight timelines
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Bonus if you have experience with:
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Fish leather, bio-based materials, vegan leather, or other sustainable materials
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Luxury fashion or accessories brands
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