Tapestry Creative Studio Assistant
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Entry-Level
- Compensation
- $30.30–30.90/hour
- Department
- Creative, Design & Styling
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Aug 12, 2026
About Tapestry
Tapestry is a New York–based house of modern luxury, uniting the distinctive worlds of Coach, Kate Spade, and Stuart Weitzman. As an employer, the group offers the scale and sophistication of a global fashion leader while preserving the creative spirit and heritage of its iconic brands. Tapestry cultivates an inclusive, purpose-driven culture where design, craftsmanship, digital innovation, and commercial excellence intersect. Its teams are encouraged to think boldly, grow continuously, and contribute to a more responsible future for fashion, making Tapestry a compelling environment for talent seeking impact, creativity, and international opportunity.
Kate Spade New York Creative Studio Assistant role in New York—design support, seasonal collections, and cross-functional coordination for mainline leather goods.
Role & Responsibilities
- Assist in the creation and maintenance of seasonal presentation decks, concept boards, visual storytelling materials, and project communications
- Create realistic renderings of existing products utilizing AI-powered creative tools and emerging visualization technologies
- Support design and development milestones by preparing tools and resources for meetings, capturing key decisions and action items, distributing recaps, and coordinating follow-up with cross-functional partners
- Partner with Design, Merchandising, Product Development, Materials Development, Technical Design, Legal, and other teams to support project tracking, communication, and execution throughout the development process
- Maintain organized design archives, CAD libraries, color standards, seasonal assets, and project documentation to ensure information is accurate, accessible, and up to date
- Coordinate the seasonal color palette development process, including maintaining color tools, trackers, presentations, approvals, and communications throughout the development cycle
- Support material, trim, hardware, sample, legal, and product development tracking while maintaining accurate records and seasonal documentation
- Partner with designers and CAD resources to ensure visual assets are accurately represented and communicated across presentations and key milestones
- Conduct trend, market, and competitive research to support seasonal creative direction
- Identify opportunities to improve studio organization, processes, and workflow efficiency while proactively addressing potential project challenges
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design, Accessories Design, Graphic Design, Communications, Marketing, or a related field (preferred)
- 0–2 years of experience in a creative, fashion, design, or product development environment
- Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, PowerPoint, and Microsoft Excel
- Strong organizational, project management, and communication skills with ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Strong visual presentation and storytelling abilities
- Collaborative mindset and experience working with cross-functional partners
- Highly resourceful and proactive problem-solving approach
Skills
Experience
0–2 years of experience in a creative, fashion, design, or product development environment. Familiarity with AI-powered creative tools and visualization platforms is valued; training will be provided. CAD experience and product rendering skills are advantageous.
Education
Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design, Accessories Design, Graphic Design, Communications, Marketing, or a related field is preferred.
Workplace
This position is based in New York, New York, USA.
Compensation
The base compensation for this position ranges from USD 30.30 to USD 30.90 per hour.
Benefits
Medical insurance, Dental insurance, Vision insurance, 401(k), Paid Paternity and Maternity leave, Commuter Benefits, Disability insurance, Tuition assistance
Culture
Tapestry fosters a collaborative, inclusive workplace where creativity, craftsmanship, and consumer insight come together across its portfolio of iconic fashion and lifestyle brands. As an employer, it encourages entrepreneurial thinking, global perspective, and continuous growth, empowering teams to shape meaningful brand experiences while contributing to a culture of innovation and belonging.
About Cerulean
Cerulean is the definitive career portal for the global luxury industry. We match exceptional professionals with exclusive opportunities at the world's most prestigious brands. From haute couture and fine watchmaking to prestige beauty, hospitality, and boutique retail, Cerulean centralises luxury employment to help you find the career for which you were destined.
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