Expert Senior Designer

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Kforce has a client in Beaverton, OR that is seeking an Expert Senior Designer who will create, refine and evolve the environmental design components across the full client stores portfolio. This position requires a forward thinking, detail-oriented design minded creative, that builds from the global creative direction for design development and generates implementation standards for consistent execution throughout projects. The Expert Senior Designer will work independently and with a team to develop and manage all architectural and 3D environmental components, factoring in the needs of the Consumer, the Brand and our Business partners. They will communicate and present design concepts to the Design Leaders and X-functional partners, create 3D models, 2D drawings, presentations and details that effectively communicate design intent, as well as produce project production files when required.

Responsibilities:
* Evolve retail concepts and stores, support enhanced product presentation and service engagement, aligning with Brand experience creative direction
* Elevate and strengthen premium and purposeful storytelling across retail consumer touch points; Define, pilot, perfect and scale design solutions
* Supports and partners with Global Retail Design Director and Chief Design officer to lead project vision
* Lead a design process of clear ideation; Focusing on exploration of color, materiality, texture, spacing, proportion, scale and use of the environment
* Ensures project goals and priorities align with retail brand and business strategies
* Develops presentation materials that effectively communicate design concepts to all levels of leadership and partners
* Collaborate with peers, design counterparts, internal partners (Brand, Retail Brand, Brand Creative, Digital, Brand Comms, etc.) and external partners to ensure feasibility of designs and functional needs are met

REQUIREMENTS:
* Bachelor's/Master's degree in Architecture, Industrial Design or Environments Design or related fields
* 8+ years of progressive, technically sophisticated design experience in architectural, experiential or brand design and a demonstrated ability to apply these skills in ways that elevate brand excellence
* International experience is beneficial
* Retail industry experience preferred, retail environments, concepts and programs. Knowledge of store environments and their consumer impact
* Comprehensive knowledge of design processes. Advanced knowledge of computer systems
* Proven ability to lead a design team on multiple projects, manage resources, time and timelines
* Ability to source, screen and manage contractors/external vendors including design and production studios/agencies
* Showed strength in operating in a design studio in the delivery of progressively complex projects of scale, budget, and size
* Proven track record of good judgment and ability to contribute meaningfully to the determination of policy and strategy
* Proven track record of managing ambiguity, and effectively collaborating in the creation process
* Tried expert in applying and performing design skills, including concepting, drawing/sketching, typography, ideation, color theory, texture, and spatial design in scale, visual presentation development and space planning layouts
* Proven ability to work independently as well as guide teams across a mix of complex projects
* Knowledge of and sensitivity to current trends in color, design, art, photography and experience design and their application to the athletic industry
* Expert oral and written communication and presentations skills, including meeting facilitation and presentations to senior management
* Ability to work cooperatively across streams and territories to share ideas and develop effective responses
* Proven ability to work in a constantly evolving, high-growth environment

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.

By clicking ?Apply Today? you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages or emails from Kforce and its affiliates, and service providers. Note that if you choose to communicate with Kforce via text messaging the frequency may vary, and message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You will always have the right to cease communicating via text by using key words such as STOP.