Designer I Running Footwear - TEMP

PUMA•Boston, MA

2d•$25 - $30•Onsite

About The Position

PUMA is hiring a Designer I to support the design and development of performance running footwear across silhouettes, colorways, materials, and seasonal product updates. The role turns seasonal design direction, consumer insights, and running trends into footwear concepts, and contributes to research, creative ideation, sample reviews, and product development milestones. This position begins as a six-month, full-time temporary assignment requiring on-site attendance in Somerville, Massachusetts. Conversion to permanent employment may be possible depending on individual performance, business needs, and available headcount; permanent employment is not guaranteed. Base pay is $25–$30 per hour, plus a product discount.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Footwear Design, Industrial Design, Product Design, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
Passion for running, athletic footwear, sports culture, and performance product innovation.
Foundational understanding of footwear design principles, product construction, color, materials, and form.
Strong sketching, rendering, and visual communication skills, with a portfolio demonstrating design thinking and execution.
Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop.
Awareness of current running footwear trends, competitive products, and emerging performance technologies.
Strong attention to detail, organization, and time management.
Ability to receive feedback, adapt quickly, and collaborate in a fast-paced creative environment.
Proactive mindset, willingness to learn, and enthusiasm for contributing to a team.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with 3D design, visualization, or footwear development tools.

Responsibilities

Support the design and development of performance running footwear across silhouettes, colorways, materials, and seasonal product updates.
Create sketches, renderings, color explorations, and design presentations that communicate product concepts and design intent.
Help translate seasonal design direction, consumer insights, and running trends into footwear design solutions.
Research competitive running footwear, including technologies, cushioning systems, materials, construction methods, and aesthetic trends.
Explore color, material, and finish (CMF) opportunities aligned with product positioning, performance needs, and PUMA's brand identity.
Collaborate with senior designers and cross-functional partners in product development, merchandising, and other relevant teams to execute design concepts.
Participate in sample reviews and revise details based on feedback and project requirements.
Prepare and maintain design files, color specifications, material references, and presentation materials.
Contribute to brainstorming, trend research, and the development of innovative running footwear ideas.
Manage assigned tasks and deliverables to support seasonal milestones and product development timelines.