Apparel Designer
adidas
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Hybrid
Location: Portland • Oregon • United States
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About the role
- Design and develop creative solutions to concepts within the assigned category or project. Present the designs in context to the category direction
- Implement the creative vision in a product range for the category
- Self-manage own creative process and execute towards given design languages within the category
- Execute design work according to the visual language of adidas as well as given Corporate Identity guidelines according to legal guidance
- Translate ideas for products and ranges with a high degree of expertise
- Ensure efficient process and communication flow between design, marketing and development (within x- functional team) for all matters regarding the designed ranges and products
- Create detailed and precise 2D and 3D tech packs
- Execute successful tech pack handovers, submitting all relevant information needed for the development process including proper sketches, detail callouts, fabric and trim indication, and artwork
- Create 3D concept representation, 3D assets, digital product information for an accurate development and decision-making process
- Create presentation boards including concept and consumer (where applicable), design sketches, materials, and accurate product information
- Verbally present concepts, products, and details with clarity and impact.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree (B.A.) from a college or university, major Design or industrial product engineering
- 3 years of practical experience in design environment (Footwear/ Apparel/ Accessories - or industrial design, fashion design or similar design related areas)
- Strong knowledge of fashion design/industrial product or industrial design
- Solid presentation and communication skills
- Comprehensive knowledge of product development, material and trims for assigned product range
- Passion for Design
- High level of creativity
- Knowledge and use of Macintosh computer design software/systems (Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop)
- Strong 3D skills and knowledge of virtual tools (CLO 3D, Vstitcher or other similar tools)
- Fluent in English (spoken and written)
Benefits
- Robust and progressive medical, including HSA (Health Savings Account) with employer funding or FSA (Flexible Spending Account) options
- Dental, vision, prescription drug coverage, adoption, with surrogate and fertility support
- Short and long-term disability, basic life and AD&D insurance, which can be supplemented with employee-paid coverage
- Enrollment in adidas’ 401k plan and Stock Purchase Plan with employer match
- Education assistance for full-time employees
- Generous Leave policies including 12 weeks of paid parental leave
- Prorated flexible time off in the amount .4388 hours per day that increases with years of service
- Twelve paid holidays throughout the calendar year
- Service Time Off during milestone years
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard Skills & Tools
designproduct development3D skillstech pack creationvisual languageconcept representationfabric and trim indicationdetail calloutspresentation skillscommunication
Soft Skills
creativityself-managementpassion for designclarity in presentationimpactful communicationcollaborationorganizational skillsattention to detailproblem-solvingadaptability
Certifications
Bachelor's degree in DesignBachelor's degree in Industrial Product Engineering