Paris Footwear Designer — Freelance, Lead Concepts

Canada Goose; Paris; On-site; EUR 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Total Rewards

Career growth

Goose Rewards

Donation matching

Volunteer time

Health resources

Job summary

Canada Goose in Paris is seeking a Footwear Designer (Freelance) to join our studio. The role partners with the Design Director to develop premium footwear concepts from concept through proto, shaping a distinctive product assortment for the brand.

You will collaborate across teams, mentor junior designers, and travel to vendors as needed to advance seasonal research and color directions in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of Footwear Design experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign; 3D design a plus.
• Strong leadership and ability to mentor.
• Knowledge of materials, fabrics, trims and color design.

Responsibilities

• Research and design a designated number of styles from concept to proto approval, managed with the Creative Director.
• Collaborate with Merchandising to ensure designs support business objectives.
• Lead development with Materials team for fabrics and trims.
• Mentor Associate Designer on technical footwear creation.
• Travel to vendors and trade shows as needed.

Skills

Footwear design

Communication

Photoshop

Illustrator

3D design

Tools

Microsoft Office

Photoshop

Illustrator

InDesign

Job description

Canada Goose in Paris is seeking a Footwear Designer (Freelance) to join our studio. The role partners with the Design Director to develop premium footwear concepts from concept through proto, shaping a distinctive product assortment for the brand.

You will collaborate across teams, mentor junior designers, and travel to vendors as needed to advance seasonal research and color directions in a fast-paced environment.