Accessories Designer

Tecovas was founded with the simple goal of making the world's best western boots, apparel and leather goods - and selling them at a fair price. We are a brand revolutionizing a category and welcoming first-time boot buyers and western enthusiasts alike.

Tecovas is looking for an Accessories Designer to manage the design process in a collaborative work environment translating briefs and knowledge of market trends into market leading and commercial designs. Reporting directly to the Head of Footwear and Accessories Design, you will be responsible for creating detailed CADs and tech packs for all new styles. 

This role is required to be based in Austin, TX. Candidates must either be currently located in or willing to relocate to Austin, TX.

What you’ll do:

• Apply seasonal brand direction, market research, trend insight, and knowledge to interpret business briefs from the product team to select materials, and actively create and present new innovative concepts.
• Develop and create illustrations and technical drawings for new design concepts and digital renderings of materializations in Photoshop and Illustrator, detailing concept, materials, and development specifications based on Tecovas brand design guidelines. 
• Work with Category Manager to drive multiple design projects from conceptualization to finished product adhering to calendar deadlines while completing digital template guidelines
• Update tech packs, BOMs, measurements, and comments through product lifecycle
• Maintain organization of sample room/design area when in-office. 
• Update CADs for use in line sheets (InDesign), as well as additional quarterly product review documents and presentations
• International travel as required.  Attendance at trade shows and events may also be required as directed

Experience we’re looking for:

• Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop and InDesign)
• Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience in accessories design, fashion or industrial design in order of preference.
• High-level organizational skills and ability to self-manage priorities based on development schedule and production calendars.
• Understanding of the international production calendar as it relates to accessory design and development. Ability to work with factory teams domestically and overseas, as well as our supply chain team. 
• Understanding of accessory pattern-making, construction techniques and specs, familiarity with PMS color standards, high attention to detail as it relates to product and BOM information.

What you bring to the table:

• You are passionate about accessories and craftsmanship, leather goods, and fashion trends.
• You possess strong organizational skills.
• You thrive in a fast-paced and collaborative environment. 

Full Time Benefits & Perks: 

• We offer insurance plans that pay 79-90% of your health premium coverage and 100% of your dental & vision insurance coverage for your family/dependents
• 401(k) match
• Paid Parental Leave
• Flexible PTO policy
• Corporate wellness program
• Competitive salary
• Eligibility to participate in Corporate Bonus Program
• Generous employee discounts!

About Us:

Based in Austin, TX, Tecovas brings the spirit of the West to the modern consumer. Handcrafting the best Western footwear, workwear, apparel, and accessories, Tecovas has grown rapidly since its founding as the first digitally native Western brand in 2015, serving customers through www.Tecovas.com, Tecovas Stores from coast to coast, and select wholesale partners. We’re certainly growing- and hiring passionate, humble, positive, and talented people determined to help us continue to grow!

 Important note: We strive to hire values-aligned people because we believe it takes each and all of us to be successful, and lead with grit, speed and a clear vision of where we’re headed. In a remote setting, interviewing at Tecovas may include phone interviews, virtual “on-site” interviews, and on-the-job mock cases. We are committed to run a thorough process for candidates with whom we identify a potential match, and we will do our best to follow-up with each and every applicant! If you’re on the fence, just give it a try! 

Hiring process and disclaimer: Should you receive an offer from us after going through the interview process, a background check will be conducted prior to onboarding. The results of a background check are evaluated as part of the hiring process, but this does not mean that you will not be considered for the job based upon the results. We are an equal opportunity employer and we encourage everyone to apply!