Lead Footwear Designer

5+ years relevant work experience in Graphic Design, Color Design, Product Design on Footwear from large scale enterprise level environments

Strong passion for research and gathering cultural and market insights

Effective communicator and collaborator with cross-functional partners

Proven ability to create concepts, iterate and collaborate with a multi-disciplinary product and creative team in a fast-paced environment

Understanding and ability to concept based on a holistic head-to-toe design expression inclusive of footwear and apparel

Connection to contemporary art & design, sport and streetwear trends

Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and timelines

Creates graphics that are Industry leading, trend right and that consistently incorporate consumer/athlete insights through powerful storytelling, emotional connectivity and relevance

Produces presentation materials in conjunction with design and category teams that effectively communicate the concept behind the line for internal and external audiences

Proficient ability to apply and perform color and graphic design skills, including drawing/sketching, typography, ideation, color theory, use of texture, spacing, and scale, visual presentation development and layout that is supported by a portfolio of non-computer-based creative art and graphic design

Uses advanced design skills to create original graphic and/or textile designs that appropriately reflect the brand design ethos

Computer literate using Mac platforms with a high digital design acumen in design-based software (Creative Suite)