Description

 

Conceptualize and design footwear that meet trends and leverage the brand DNA of Style, Performance and Green for the consumers of your category. Bring the seasonal creative direction to life into the product briefs including functional, cost and aesthetic objectives. Develop an awareness and understanding of the footwear through all stages in the process including: Seasonal calendar milestones and other timelines Target consumer and wearing occasion Inspiration, style & product concept boards or sketches materials selection Color application and roll out Outsole CAD creation and review of technical mold drawings Last creation and development with last maker Managing and facilitating Pattern/Prototype review and revisions Collaborating with Development and Engineering for Fit and Quality Performance requirements like waterproofing and shoe making constructions Presentation of concepts and ideas throughout the process Cross functional communication with product management, development Job Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Fine Arts, Industrial Design or related degree. 8-10 years of Footwear Product Design or equivalent product design experience. Candidate must possess strong organizational and communication skills both visual and verbal. The ability to work within a cross-functional team that supports Project Management and Development is also a necessity. The Senior Designer will manage multiple priorities from Development issues to creative problem solving as well as providing leadership and market experience to other designers. International or domestic travel may be required.

 

Qualifications

 

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