New York, US-United States
Posted 12 months ago
| Key Responsibilities – Under the direction of the Design Director, design and develop innovative and cost-efficient brand and market relevant footwear which includes concepting, story-telling, and technical development. – Deliver on-time product solutions in conjunction with the product calendar and business needs ensuring that all deadlines, line plans, and deliverables are met. – Study and research current and future trends, maintain expert knowledge in global design trends, market competition, and retail landscape. Conduct on and off-site to bring new ideas to the brand. – Proficient in the creation of tech packs and outsole blueprints, including cross sections. – Partner with developers in US and Asia online schedules, adhere to the product calendar, ensuring development projects are on track. – Partner with cross-functional team members to ensure the integrity of designs is maintained during the product development process. – Carefully follow licensor style guides and standards to ensure intellectual property is correctly and properly used. – Responsible for getting prototypes and samples executed to reflect the techpack – Identify product changes and effectively communicate those changes to overseas developers. – Periodic travel to Asia to for product development and various locations for market research Special projects as assigned. – Responsible for getting prototypes and samples executed to reflect the techpack – Identify product changes and effectively communication those changes to overseas developers. – Periodic travel for product development and various locations for market research – Special projects as assigned. Requirements – Bachelor ‘s degree or above in related graphic design, textile design or fashion design – 4~6+ years of working experience in Footwear industry. Should have a minimum of 4-6 years of shoe designing experience and knowledge of shoe constructions and materials and overall design process. – Familiar with European and North American markets – Deep understanding of footwear constructions and manufacturing methods with Asia factory experience. – 2D design software: Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, Sketchbook Pro or ProCreate – 3D modeling: Modo, Gravity Sketch, Rhino, Grasshopper – Ability to create prototypes and proof of concept models using hands-on technique and digital tools. – Experience in athletic/outdoor products or technical footwear products needed is a plus. – Ability to travel for research and factory development trips. -Highly motivated, goal-oriented, and critical thinking skills. |
Job Features
| Job Category | General Operation |
| Seniority | Junior / Mid IC |
| Base Salary | $100,000 - $150,000 |
| Recruiter | nick.bieler@ocbridge.ai |
