Footwear Designer I, Basketball

Under Armour; Baltimore (MD); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Volunteer days

UA Merchandise discounts

401(k) matching

Job summary

Under Armour seeks a Footwear Designer I to elevate our Basketball footwear line. This role focuses on Performance Run and Training footwear, offering creative exploration and collaboration with advanced technologies and innovations.

The position combines hands-on design work with cross-functional teamwork, contributing to the product engine and delivering concept sketches, renderings, and technical drawings.

Qualifications

• BA, BFA or BS in Industrial Design not required.
• 1+ yrs experience designing and developing innovative footwear and other products (this can include internships, school projects, etc.)
• Knowledge of form, color, materials, human factors, related to elevating the consumer experience
• Proficient Photoshop and Illustrator skills
• Working knowledge of 3D software is a plus
• Ability to create accurate 2D technical drawings
• Strong sketching, illustration, and rendering skills
• Introductory knowledge of manufacturing processes and materials
• Must be able to generate a broad range of concepts and solutions for each project
• Hand prototyping skills are a plus
• Experienced with presentation programs: Keynote, Powerpoint, Acrobat, etc

Responsibilities

• Strengthen the footwear design engine by collaborating with design leaders and teammates.
• Partner with design leadership to drive concepts for Basketball footwear.
• Work and collaborate inclusively with Marketing, and Development teams to meet project objectives.
• Lead creation of individual footwear projects and milestone deliverables.
• Develop and execute clear and detailed sketches, renderings and technical drawings.
• Present design project work within project teams and at category checkpoints.

Skills

Footwear design

Sketching

Rendering

Human factors

Concept generation

Education

BA/BFA/BS in Industrial Design (not required)

Tools

Photoshop

Illustrator

3D software

2D technical drawings

Keynote

PowerPoint

Acrobat

Job description

Values & Innovation

At Under Armour, we are committed to empowering those who strive for more, and the company's values - Act Sustainably, Celebrate the Wins, Fight on Together, Love Athletes and Stand for Equality - serve as both a roadmap for our teams and the qualities expected of every teammate.

Values & Innovation

At Under Armour, we are committed to empowering those who strive for more, and the company's values - Act Sustainably, Celebrate the Wins, Fight on Together, Love Athletes and Stand for Equality - serve as both a roadmap for our teams and the qualities expected of every teammate.

Our Values define and unite us, the beliefs that are the red thread that connects everyone at Under Armour. Our values are rallying cries, reminding us why we're here, and fueling everything we do.

Our pursuit of better begins with innovation and with our team's mission of being the best. With us, you get the freedom to go further - no matter your role. That means developing, delivering, and selling the state-of-the‑art products and digital tools that make top performers even better.

Purpose of Role

We are searching for a Footwear Designer I to help elevate our Basketball footwear line. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a dynamic company, and to make athletes of all ages better every day. This role will serve as a versatile role and will focus on both Performance Run and Training footwear. This position offers the ability to explore, be creative and work with Under Armour’s latest technologies and innovations.

Your Impact

• Help to strengthen the UA footwear product engine from the design side, partnering directly with design leaders and teammates.
• Partner with design leadership to drive concepts for Basketball footwear
• Work and collaborate inclusively with Marketing, and Development teams to meet project objectives.
• Lead creation of individual footwear projects and milestone deliverables.
• Develop and execute clear and detailed sketches, renderings and technical drawings.
• Present design project work within individual project teams, and at category design checkpoints.

Qualifications

• BA, BFA or BS in Industrial Design not required.
• 1+ yrs experience designing and developing innovative footwear and other products (this can include internships, school projects, etc.)
• Knowledge of form, color, materials, human factors, related to elevating the consumer experience
• Proficient Photoshop and Illustrator skills
• Working knowledge of 3D software is a plus
• Ability to create accurate 2D technical drawings
• Strong sketching, illustration, and rendering skills
• Introductory knowledge of manufacturing processes and materials
• Must be able to generate a broad range of concepts and solutions for each project
• Hand prototyping skills are a plus
• Experienced with presentation programs: Keynote, Powerpoint, Acrobat, etc

Workplace Location

• Location: This individual must reside within commuting distance from our Baltimore, MD office.
• Work Schedule: This role follows a hybrid work schedule, requiring 4 days in-office per week.
• Travel: 5%

Sponsorship Eligibility: (US ONLY) UA does not offer sponsorship of job applicants for employment-based work authorization for this position at this time.

Relocation

• No relocation provided

Base Compensation

$65,000.00-$90,000.00 USD

Most new hires fall within this range and have the opportunity to earn more over time. Initial placement within the salary range, however, is based on an individual’s relevant knowledge, skills and experience for the position. UA is committed to helping our teammates succeed and advance in their careers. Base salary is only one component of our competitive Total Rewards package.

Benefits & Perks

• Paid "UA Give Back" Volunteer Days: Work alongside your team to support initiatives in your local community
• Under Armour Merchandise Discounts
• Competitive 401(k) plan matching
• Maternity and Parental Leave for eligible and FMLA-eligible teammates
• Health & fitness benefits, discounts and resources- We offer teammates across the country programs to promote physical activity and overall well-being

Our Commitment to Equal Opportunity

At Under Armour, we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), military and veteran status, family or paternal status and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Under Armour seeks to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people representing a wide variety of backgrounds and perspectives. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact our Human Resources team via [e-mail].