Footwear Designer

Location: Beaverton, OR Duration: 12 Months Type: Full-Time, Contract Note: Portfolio required – must include examples of recent work. Description: A global athletic brand is looking for a Creative Footwear Materials Designer to work on in-line projects, partnerships, and signature and core products. In this role, you will bring creative ideas and a strong understanding of footwear materials to support the brand's skateboarding and streetwear initiatives. You will work across multiple segments of a line, collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop and execute material strategies that elevate product storytelling and performance. Top 5-7 Skills: Creative Footwear Material Design (5+ years) Experience working on multiple segments of a line Interest or knowledge in Skateboarding, sneaker culture, or streetwear Portfolio demonstrating recent work, design process, and taste level Basic understanding of Leathers, canvases, uppers, synthetics, wovens, and meshes Technical knowledge of materials (nice to have) Understanding of the business aspects of material design (nice to have) Requirements for the role: 5+ years of experience in Creative Footwear Material Design Experience working on multiple segments of a line Interest or knowledge in Skateboarding, sneaker culture, or streetwear Portfolio required – examples of recent work. Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree in Design, Materials, or a related field (or equivalent experience) 5+ years of relevant experience in Creative Footwear Material Design Or equivalent combination of education, experience, and training Preferred Qualifications (Nice to Have): Basic understanding of Leathers, canvases, uppers, synthetics, wovens, and meshes Understanding of footwear trims (bonus) Understands the business aspects of material design Technical knowledge of materials Previous industry experience (preferred) – must have a focus on skateboarding Mindlance is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of Minority/Gender/Disability/Religion/LGBTQI/Age/Veterans. #J-18808-Ljbffr Mindlance