Footwear Design Assistant — Hybrid Role with Growth Perks

Designer Brands; Burlington (MA); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free virtual health care

401(k) with match

Hybrid and remote work opportunities

30% off at DSW and DSW.com

Job summary

Designer Brands' Keds Design team seeks an Assistant Designer in Burlington, MA, to support concept through production under the guidance of the Senior Designer and Design Director. This role is ideal for a creative, detail-oriented designer eager to learn, contribute ideas, and grow in a collaborative footwear environment.

You'll participate in seasonal development, create 2D CADs, explore colorways and materials, and help translate concepts into production-ready designs while staying organized

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Footwear Design, Fashion Design, Industrial Design, or related field.
• Portfolio demonstrating proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and 2D CAD sketches.
• Portfolio should show understanding of footwear design process and color/material application.

Responsibilities

• Support development of seasonal Ked footwear collections.
• Create and update 2D CADs using Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop.
• Develop colorways, materials, and design updates for new and existing styles.
• Assist in translating concepts into production-ready designs.

Skills

Strong organization

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Time management

Ability to interpret feedback

Education

Bachelor's degree in Footwear Design, Fashion Design, Industrial Design, or related field

Portfolio demonstrating 2D CAD sketches and footwear design work

Tools

Adobe Illustrator

Photoshop

Microsoft Office

Job description

Designer Brands' Keds Design team seeks an Assistant Designer in Burlington, MA, to support concept through production under the guidance of the Senior Designer and Design Director. This role is ideal for a creative, detail-oriented designer eager to learn, contribute ideas, and grow in a collaborative footwear environment.

You'll participate in seasonal development, create 2D CADs, explore colorways and materials, and help translate concepts into production-ready designs while staying organized