- Location
- Paris Île-de-France France
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Mid-Level
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Nov 13, 2026
About Moynat
Founded in Paris in 1849, Moynat is one of France’s oldest luxury trunkmakers, celebrated for its refined savoir-faire, discreet elegance, and enduring spirit of innovation. As an employer, the Maison offers a rare environment where heritage craftsmanship, contemporary design, and exceptional client service meet. Its teams contribute to the creation of finely crafted leather goods and travel pieces that reflect precision, creativity, and respect for tradition. Moynat values artisanship, curiosity, collaboration, and a deep understanding of luxury culture, inviting employees to grow within an intimate Maison whose legacy is defined by excellence, authenticity, and a distinctive Parisian sensibility.
Moynat is seeking a Leather Goods Model Maker and Prototypist on a permanent, full-time basis in Paris. Reporting to the Atelier Manager, the role develops leather goods, small leather goods and accessory prototypes for new collections, working with stylists and the development team.
Role & Responsibilities
- Interpret, assess and respond to requests from the development team and stylists with a focus on industrialisation.
- Analyse designs, propose construction methods and solutions, and create prototypes in collaboration with the development team, Atelier Manager and stylists.
- Create templates and patterns, as well as technical files, including plans and operation sequences.
- Propose and formalise manufacturing operation sequences for products.
- Use and help maintain the workshop’s machinery: splitting machine, skiving machine, flat-bed and cylinder-arm sewing machines, gluing booth and marking machine.
- Contribute to shared activities, including training, mentoring, technical monitoring, inventories and demonstrations of savoir-faire.
Qualifications
- Training in leather goods or significant experience as a leather goods artisan.
- At least 5 years of experience in leather goods modelling and prototyping.
- Team spirit, autonomy and rigour.
- A proactive approach and strong adaptability.
- Proficiency in MOZART, Microsoft Office and Adobe.
Skills
Experience
At least 5 years of experience in leather goods modelling and prototyping.
Education
Training in leather goods, or significant experience as a leather goods artisan.
Workplace
The role is situated in Paris, Île-de-France, France.
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Culture
Moynat fosters a refined, craft-led workplace where heritage, precision, and quiet innovation shape daily collaboration. As an employer, it values exceptional savoir-faire, attention to detail, and a close-knit environment in which teams contribute to the continued evolution of a historic Parisian maison.
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