Sr. Footwear Designer, Performance Running

Under Armour • Portland, OR

73d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Senior Footwear Designer, Performance Running will be responsible for bringing the vision of the Brand to life through innovative, trend-right and Brand-right designs that are cutting-edge and fresh. The Senior Designer will synergize with other designers, product managers and developers. As a design leader, you will be tasked to collaborate with passion, integrity and motivation. We are an authentic brand that pushes the envelope every day; innovation is a key part of our success. We are looking for a designer who brings a strong point of view built on your own inspirations and ideas. This Senior Designer must have the ability to forge strong partnerships with his/her creative peers to create - from concept to reality - compelling, fun and fresh product coveted by athletes everywhere.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree with typically 8 years of relevant experience or Master's degree with typically 6 years of relevant experience or typically 12 years of relevant work experience without degree.
• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop, InDesign and PowerPoint
• Model making and footwear relevant craft skills
• Footwear or adjacent manufacturing process knowledge and experience. Ideally, have spent time in sample rooms and factories
• Gained a solid understanding of footwear construction and materials. Should be versed in manufacturing techniques and have experience working at the factories on development issues
• Proven ability to express concepts and ideas through hand sketching
• Understanding of patterns, blueprints, molds and materials
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public

Responsibilities

• Be a key partner in creating brand identity and distinctive UA footwear offerings with a creative and current design vision.
• Design and present concepts for footwear and overall design direction: material, trim, color.
• Develop and execute clear and detailed technical packages for development.
• Ensure that the category meets price point, tells a strong merchandising story and meets development time lines.
• Express ideas in a variety of ways including sketches, marker rendering, computer illustrations etc.
• Provide product conceptualization and alternatives that meet the needs of the product as outlined by product marketing and the product brief.
• Drive the short and long-term design vision and strategies for the category

Benefits

• Paid "UA Give Back" Volunteer Days: Work alongside your team to support initiatives in your local community
• Under Armour Merchandise Discounts
• Competitive 401(k) plan matching
• Maternity and Parental Leave for eligible and FMLA-eligible teammates
• Health & fitness benefits, discounts and resources- We offer teammates across the country programs to promote physical activity and overall well-being

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Apparel Manufacturing
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees