Footwear Designer

Skechers

Manhattan Beach, CA, United States
Base: $95,000-$120,000pyr usd; bonus/equity: not s...
Adobe creative suite (illustrator, photoshop)
Footwear production process knowledge
Accurate detailed renderings and cads
Design and develop innovative and cost-efficient brand and market relevant footwear under the direction of the Sr. Director of Design and Special Projects

Job Summary

  • Design and develop innovative and cost-efficient brand and market relevant footwear under the direction of the Sr. Director of Design and Special Projects.
  • Collaborate with Design Management, Development, and Marketing personnel to maximize effectiveness and build product to target cost.
  • Conduct thorough research of fashion trends and competitor strategies through travel, market shopping, and trade shows.

Matching Summary

Design and develop innovative and cost-efficient brand and market relevant footwear under the direction of the Sr. Director of Design and Special Projects.

Salary

Base: $95,000-$120,000/yr USD; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop)
  • Footwear production process knowledge
  • Accurate detailed renderings and CADS
  • Tech pack creation for outsole/upper
  • Cross section drawing and blueprint reading

Nice-to-have

  • Passion for performance and lifestyle footwear
  • Versatile and adaptable to project changes
  • Cultural events and fashion trend knowledge

Key Requirements

  • Minimum 2 years shoe designing experience
  • Knowledge of shoe constructions and materials
  • Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Design, Footwear Design, Fashion Design, or Graphic Design

Work Rights

Not specified

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