About Us
MZ Wallace is an independent, women-led company launched in New York City in 2000 by Monica Zwirner and Lucy Wallace Eustice. Their collaborative vision is informed by their backgrounds in fashion, design and contemporary art. Their aim from the start was to combine smart, solution- driven design with timeless style to create bags that work for dynamic lives. MZ Wallace bags offer sophistication through both heritage and seasonal collections, and solution-driven style through innovative details, like lightweight, sustainable materials and pockets that are just where you need them. Today Monica and Lucy remain true to their founding philosophy - great design propels dynamic lives.
At MZ Wallace, we’re always working on ways to innovate in how we design and produce our products. Sustainability and good citizenship govern everything we do and we continue to look for new solutions to reduce our carbon footprint. One hundred percent of our signature fabrics are made from fully recycled fibers. We are proud of being awarded B Corporation certification, which means we achieved the highest standards for social and environmental performance, transparency and accountability across our entire operation, in a way that benefits our customers, our employees, our communities, and our planet.
Our Company culture is grounded in our core values of excellence, learning, responsibility, teamwork, inclusion, and fun. They guide us in creating an environment that fosters the kinds of individual and collective accomplishment essential to creating exceptional products for our customers.
The Role MZ Wallace is seeking a Technical Designer who will work on the development and maintenance of seasonal collections. The individual in this role must be highly organized, detail-oriented, and adaptable to shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment. They must be creative, passionate about the product, and possess an elevated aesthetic.
Responsibilities
- Execute new silhouettes by creating clear, precise technical packs from 1st Proto through Production
- Incorporate detailed callouts as directed by the Designer or portrayed in Design sketch - including print cut direction, print placement, and material placement
- Develop and update technical packs for new hardware, maintaining an accurate, well-organized library both digitally and in-studio
- Own the tech pack and style development calendar, communicating timelines clearly across teams
- Ensure tech packs are designed in alignment with the brand DNA and quality. Review each sample received for function and detailing.
- Assist Designer with research of competitor hardware, details and construction techniques.
- Produce prints, scale studies, and mockups as needed
- Draw technical line drawings for wholesale line sheets
- Maintain organization and accuracy across the design studio, mood boards, and sample library
- Take notes in design/sketch meetings and capture all seasonal updates
- Track and manage tech details from sample through production across all systems and platforms
- Manage the WFX seasonal library, including adds/drops, sample requests, name updates, style numbers, and tech specifications
- Support PLM/WFX data integrity across seasons - audit for missing specs, duplicate styles, or outdated callouts
- Ensure design updates are accurately communicated to the Product Team throughout seasonal development, edits week, and late adds/drops - including bag details and functionality for buyer and product strategy conversations
- Maintain and distribute seasonal archives and sample sale inventory
Qualifications
- at least 2 years of professional experience in handbag design, or relevant coursework
- Strong portfolio demonstrating elevated aesthetic, and understanding of design principles, materials, construction techniques, and current trends
- Excellent sketching, CAD, and presentation skills
- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop and Illustrator) and Microsoft Office. PLM preferred- WFX is a plus.
- Detail oriented with strong communication and organizational skills
- A self-starter with the ability to multi-task and work independently as well as part of a team
What We Offer
- Competitive salaries with annual bonus eligibility
- Estimated compensation range for this role is $70,000-$100,000/year
- Annual performance appraisal & compensation review
- 401(k) with employer match
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Pre-tax transit accounts
- Vacation, personal, and holiday time-off
- Free and discounted MZW product
- Fully stocked kitchen and weekly catered lunches
- Happy hours on our roof deck and seasonal team outings
- Continuing education
- Beautiful SoHo office