Materials Designer

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Kforce has a client in Beaverton, OR that is seeking a Materials Designer.

Summary:
As our Materials Designer, you will leverage performance materials to deliver a premium, recognizable and consumer relevant brand point of view in the marketplace through strategic vision, design direction, storytelling, and editing. You will lead the design of the materials, material palettes, creative vision, and strategies for specific footwear projects that span. You will maintain hands-on involvement in materials design and development throughout the product creation process in support of the seasonal creative direction and the various priorities for Performance product.

REQUIREMENTS:
* Bachelor's degree in Design, Art, or a related field
* 3-5 years of relevant experience in a design environment working with materials, textiles and/or color
* Previous experience in Materials Design, Lifestyle or Performance
* Proficiency in holistic product design & method of make
* Ability to collaborate both within the design team and with category partners, flexible with individual's working styles
* Ability to translate cultural & consumer knowledge/insight to narratives and product executions
* Exceptional Presentation Skills; Visual Communication
* Strong consumer connection with performance related products, fashion and trends
* Highly organized and self-sufficient
* Experience in participating in multiple projects with competing resources and deadlines
* Ability to work in an ambiguous environment; Information Seeker
* Strong digital suite/CAD capabilities

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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