GUCCI Men Shoes Junior Designer
Skills
About the role
Summary
Founded in Florence, Italy, in 1921, Gucci is one of the world’s leading luxury brands. Under the leadership of President and CEO Francesca Bellettini and the artistic direction of Demna, the House continues to redefine luxury and fashion while celebrating creativity, Italian craftsmanship, and innovation.
Gucci is part of the global luxury group Kering, which manages renowned Houses in fashion, leather goods, jewelry, and eyewear.
Following the guidelines and input of the Senior Designers, the Men Shoes Junior Designer will support the development of Men’s footwear collections, contributing to the creative process and ensuring alignment with the brand’s aesthetic, quality standards, and seasonal direction.
Job Description
Key Accountabilities
Research
Research fashion trends, materials, and innovations within the footwear category
Monitor the luxury market to identify new opportunities
Support the development of mood boards and creative concepts, drawing from archives, suppliers, vintage markets, exhibitions, and digital sources
Design & Creativity
Assist in the design and development of Men’s shoes
Produce sketches, renderings, and technical drawings under the guidance of Senior Designers
Contribute with new ideas and creative proposals aligned with the brand identity
Update and adapt existing designs (materials, colors, proportions) following feedback
Collection Development
Collaborate with Product Development to ensure design feasibility
Participate in fittings and prototype reviews, ensuring consistency with initial concepts
Follow up on sample corrections and adjustments
Cross-functional Collaboration
Work closely with Merchandising, Product Development, and other design categories to ensure coherence of the collection
Liaise with suppliers and internal stakeholders to support the development process
Contribute to internal presentations and collection boards
Operational Support
Prepare design materials, boards, and presentations for collection reviews
Maintain organized archives of drawings, references, and developments
Support the team in preparation for fashion shows and key milestones
Requirements
1–3 years of experience in footwear or accessories design
Degree in Fashion Design, Footwear Design, or related field
Good knowledge of footwear construction and materials is a plus
Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop) and design tools
Good sketching and illustration skills
Creative mindset with strong attention to detail
Good organizational and time management skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
Proactive attitude and willingness to learn
Flexibility and adaptability to changing priorities
Fluency in English (Italian is a plus)
Gross Annual Salary : 30.000€ (unless otherwise agreed, in the event of a positive outcome of the selection process, specific levels of experience and autonomy and/or particular competencies emerge during the selection process, based on objective criteria).
NCBA (National Collective Bargaining Agreement) : National Contract per gli Addetti alle Industrie Manifatturiere delle Pelli e Succedanei e Ombrelli e Ombrelloni (unique alphanumeric code: D111)
Bonuses and Commissions : Annual Target Bonus as per the company-level collective agreement in force, up to 20% of the Gross Annual Salary.
Other Benefits :
Company canteen
Supplementary health insurance
Company welfare program
Job Type
Regular
Start Date
2026-09-01
Schedule
Full time
Organization
Guccio Gucci S.p.A.
Compensation
This Other role pays $30k/yr. Within typical range for other roles in Italy.
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