Senior Performance Footwear Designer

3 days ago


Chicago, Illinois, United States New Balance Full time
About Us

New Balance is a leading global athletic footwear brand that has been empowering people through sport and craftsmanship since 1906. Our mission is to create positive change in communities around the world by innovating fearlessly and pushing the boundaries of what's possible in footwear.

Job Description

We are seeking a Senior Performance Footwear Designer to join our team as a key member of our innovation design team. As a Senior Performance Footwear Designer, you will be responsible for driving our mission forward by integrating cutting-edge technologies and ensuring our athletes have a competitive edge.

Key Responsibilities
  1. Design footwear concepts and solutions that lead and push the category innovation team, working 36-48 months from market to drive the brand into the future.
  2. Encourage and foster a culture of innovation and professional growth within the design team, challenging conventional design norms and exploring new ideas.
  3. Communicate the 'why' and produce a narrative that engages the team, the brand, and the consumer throughout the creation process.
  4. Take risks, solve problems, and utilize any and all tools necessary from sketch to 3D, and rapid prototyping to create fast, test, and learn.
  5. Be a catalyst of creation by translating designs into prototypes, driving innovation through materials, manufacturing processes, and a relentless attention to detail.
  6. Support the long-term brand strategies, align with business goals and growth plans, and ensure that all footwear designs are consistent with the brand's values while strategically pushing us above and beyond our wildest dreams.
Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Design or a related field, with a focus on footwear design or a specialized program in footwear.
  • At least 6-8 years of experience in footwear design, with a proven track record of successful collections and products.
  • Leadership experience, managing design projects and project teams.
  • A strong portfolio showcasing a range of successful footwear designs, demonstrating creativity, technical skills, and market success.
  • Proficiency in design software such as Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop) along with new AI tools (Vizcom).
  • Strong understanding of footwear construction, materials, and manufacturing processes.
  • Experience with 3D design and prototyping tools, such as Gravity Sketch or Modo.
  • Strong strategic thinking and planning skills to align design vision with business goals.
  • Strong project management skills, including the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively convey design concepts and strategies to various stakeholders.
  • Strong presentation skills to showcase designs and collections to internal teams, executives, buyers, and media.
  • A genuine passion for footwear design and the fashion industry.
  • Meticulous attention to detail in both design and execution.

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