Designer - Creative Direction

lululemon; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 105,000 - 137,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended health & dental

Paid time off

Retirement plan matching

Employee discount

Fitness & yoga classes

Parental leave top-up

Development courses

Mentorship programs

Leadership series

Job summary

lululemon is seeking a Senior Designer to shape the global product assortment with a strong emphasis on aesthetics, fit, and function. You will translate trends into high-performance garments, partnering with design, materials, and product teams to deliver on strategy and IMU targets.

The role requires a minimum 5 years in design, strong Adobe skills, and an entrepreneurial, collaborative mindset in a hybrid work environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in design.
• BA, BFA or BS in Design required (or equivalent).
• Proficient in Adobe InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop.
• Design concepts that are aesthetically pleasing, functional and commercially viable.
• Strong communication with cross-functional partners and stakeholders.
• Understanding of brand aesthetics and global fashion trends.

Responsibilities

• Create sketches and 3D mockups aligned with brand strategy and IMU targets.
• Select fabrics and trims from the Raw Material library for styles.
• Apply colour and graphics to the assortment, considering feasibility and commercial viability.
• Present coloured sketches to cross-functional partners for sign-off with clear alignment to the brief.
• Develop technical sketches detailing materials, construction, trims and fit, and collaborate with PD/TD.

Skills

Design skills

Communication

Aesthetic intelligence

Innovative thinking

Global market understanding

Entrepreneurial spirit

Team collaboration

Education

BA/BFA/BS in Design

Tools

Adobe InDesign

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe Photoshop

Job description

Description & Requirements

who we are

lululemon is an innovative performance apparel company for yoga, running, training, and other athletic pursuits. Setting the bar in technical fabrics and functional design, we create transformational products and experiences that support people in moving, growing, connecting, and being well. We owe our success to our innovative product, emphasis on stores, commitment to our people, and the incredible connections we make in every community we're in. As a company, we focus on creating positive change to build a healthier, thriving future. In particular, that includes creating an equitable, inclusive and growth-focused environment for our people.

about this team

As a world class design team, we are at the forefront of the industry in creating transformative products and experiences for our guests. We establish the Creative direction for our brand and through a deep understanding of guests needs, cultural references and science of feel solutions, we create innovative products that address our guests’ unmet needs. We drive excellence by establishing a strong connection between design, innovation and raw materials. We create products distinguished by their silhouettes, fit, function and style. We are responsible for designing the global product assortment, creating the global colour palette, seasonal prints and graphics. We are dedicated to cultivating a culture of continuous learning and growth, where Designers are empowered to push boundaries and unleash their full potential.

a day in the life

• Research and stay informed of relevant global cultural and aesthetic trends, and global guest preferences. Analyze how trends and colours emerge and influence your product category. Collate research, identify patterns and draw conclusions. Edit research through the lens of our brand strategy.
• Create black and white sketches, in accordance with research, brand identity and in fulfillment of the brief intent and IMU targets. Create 3D mock ups and in house prototypes to support your 2D sketches, as required. Present sketches to Design leaders.
• Select fabrics and trims from the Raw Material library for your styles.
• Apply colour and graphics to the assortment, inclusive of new, core and carryover styles, in consideration of feasibility, known limitations and commercial viability.
• Present coloured up sketches to cross-functional partners for sketch review sign off. Clearly communicate its alignment to the brief and the sources of inspiration and references for your design.
• Complete technical sketches detailing materials, construction techniques, trims, and fit. Handover the tech sketches to PD/TD and collaborate with technical developers to ensure accuracy and commercial feasibility
• Fit styles to ensure design intent is accurately captured and IMU targets are met. Identify opportunities for improvements and making recommendations for necessary adjustments.
• Present physical prototypes of on-body garments to cross functional partners to prepare for commercial sign-off at proto review.
• Maintain the coloured assortment as required, based on feedback and change requests from Design leadership and cross functional partners.

qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience
• BA, BFA or BS in Design required (or equivalent)
• Proficient in Adobe Suite (In Design, Illustrator, Photoshop).
• Design Skills - To creatively conceptualize, design and construct garments that are aesthetically pleasing, functional and commercially viable, using a blend of artistic vision, technical expertise and industry knowledge.
• Communication - Clearly articulate design ideas and concepts to the team, stakeholders and cross functional partners, both verbally and visually. It also involves listening and incorporating feedback.
• Aesthetic Intelligence - Understand and appreciate the nuances of design. It involves an understanding of beauty and style in order to create designs that are visually pleasing and resonate with the target audience. It involves a deep understanding of the Brand’s aesthetic and the ability to produce designs that align with the brand’s vision and guests.
• Innovative Thinking - Generate new ideas, processes and solutions that push the boundaries of product creation. It involves thinking outside of the box to produce fresh, innovative ideas.
• Global market Understanding and Brand Alignment - Translate global fashion trends and consumer behaviours into designs that align and enhance brand’s identity and reputation.

must haves

• Acknowledge the presence of choice in every moment and take personal responsibility for your life.
• Possess an entrepreneurial spirit and continuously innovate to achieve great results.
• Communicate with honesty and kindness and create the space for others to do the same.Lead with courage, knowing the possibility of greatness is bigger than the fear of failure.
• Foster connection by putting people first and building trusting relationships.
• Integrate fun and joy as a way of being and working, aka doesnt take yourself too seriously.

additional notes

• Immigration support is potentially available for this role.

compensation and benefits package

lululemon’s compensation offerings are grounded in a pay-for-performance philosophy that recognizes exceptional individual and team performance. The typical hiring range for this position is from $104,600 - 137,300 CAD annually; the base pay offered is based on market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and internal equity. As part of our total rewards offering, permanent employees in this position may be eligible for our competitive annual bonus program and subject to program eligibility requirements.

• Extended health and dental benefits, and mental health plans
• Paid time off
• Savings and retirement plan matching
• Generous employee discount
• Fitness & yoga classes
• Parenthood top-up
• Extensive catalog of development course offerings
• People networks, mentorship programs, and leadership series (to name a few)

Note: The incentive programs, benefits, and perks have certain eligibility requirements. The Company reserves the right to alter these incentive programs, benefits, and perks in whole or in part at any time without advance notice.

workplace arrangement

• Hybrid
• In-person collaboration and connection is important to our culture. Work is performed onsite, minimum 4 days per week.