Job#: 3030653 Job Description: Lead Designer - Color Design
Location: Beaverton, Oregon (Hybrid, onsite Monday-Thursdays, and can work remotely from home on Fridays)
Role Overview
This is a project support role focused on seasonal direction work for basketball footwear. The position involves helping to drive compelling new color theories and requires significant cross-functional collaboration. This is an on-site, hybrid model role.
Key Responsibilities
- Support seasonal direction work for basketball footwear.
- Develop and drive compelling new color theories.
- Collaborate with a cross-functional team of approximately 10 members.
- Translate consumer insights into compelling design stories.
- Present design concepts to internal and external audiences.
Required Qualifications
Education: A degree is preferred.
Experience: A minimum of 3-5+ years of experience in a similar role is required.
Technical Skills:- Expertise in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop.
- Proficiency with Miro, CLO 3D, and Vizcom.
- A good foundational knowledge of textiles.
Soft Skills:- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to excel under tight deadlines and prioritize tasks well.
- Versatility and the ability to translate consumer insights into a story.
- A passion for sports is desired.
Preferred Qualifications
- Strong presentation skills with experience presenting to both internal and external audiences.
- Experience with both footwear and apparel design.
Compensation & Benefits
The pay range for this position is $36.00 to $46.66 per hour.
EEO Employer
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