Sr. Footwear Designer, Running

Under Armour, Inc; Baltimore (MD); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

UA Give Back Volunteer Days

Maternity and Parental Leave

Health & fitness benefits

Job summary

Under Armour is seeking a Senior Footwear Designer, Basketball to bring the brand vision to life through innovative, on‑trend designs. The Senior Designer will collaborate with designers, product managers and developers to create compelling footwear and a cohesive design language for athletes worldwide.

The role requires a strong point of view, partnership across teams and the ability to translate concepts into reality from concept to production in a fast-paced hybrid environment in Baltimore,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree with proven footwear design experience.
• Proficiency using Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign and PowerPoint.
• Experience in footwear construction, materials and manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

• Be a key partner in creating brand identity and distinctive UA footwear offerings with a creative and current design vision.
• Design and present concepts for footwear and overall design direction: material, trim, color.
• Develop and execute clear and detailed technical packages for development.
• Ensure that the category meets price point, tells a strong merchandising story and meets development time lines.
• Express ideas in a variety of ways including sketches, marker rendering, computer illustrations etc.
• Provide product conceptualization and alternatives that meet the needs of the product as outlined by product marketing and the product brief.
• Drive the short and long-term design vision and strategies for the category

Education

Bachelor's degree with typically 8 years of relevant experience

Master's degree with typically 6 years of relevant experience

Typically 12 years of relevant work experience without degree

Tools

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe Photoshop

InDesign

PowerPoint

Job description

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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.

The Senior Footwear Designer, Basketball will be responsible for bringing the vision of the Brand to life through innovative, trend-right and Brand-right designs that are cutting-edge and fresh. The Senior Designer will synergize with other designers, product managers and developers. As a design leader, you will be tasked to collaborate with passion, integrity and motivation. We are an authentic brand that pushes the envelope every day; innovation is a key part of our success. We are looking for a designer who brings a strong point of view built on your own inspirations and ideas. This Senior Designer must have the ability to forge strong partnerships with his/her creative peers to create – from concept to reality – compelling, fun and fresh product coveted by athletes everywhere.

Your Impact

• Be a key partner in creating brand identity and distinctive UA footwear offerings with a creative and current design vision.
• Design and present concepts for footwear and overall design direction: material, trim, color.
• Develop and execute clear and detailed technical packages for development.
• Ensure that the category meets price point, tells a strong merchandising story and meets development time lines.
• Express ideas in a variety of ways including sketches, marker rendering, computer illustrations etc.
• Provide product conceptualization and alternatives that meet the needs of the product as outlined by product marketing and the product brief.
• Drive the short and long-term design vision and strategies for the category

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with typically 8 years of relevant experience or Master's degree with typically 6 years of relevant experience or typically 12 years of relevant work experience without degree.
• Proficiencyin Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop, InDesign and PowerPoint
• Model making and footwear relevant craft skills
• Footwear or adjacent manufacturing process knowledge and experience. Ideally, have spent time in sample rooms and factories
• Gained a solid understanding of footwear construction and materials. Should be versed in manufacturing techniques and have experience working at the factories on development issues
• Proven ability to express concepts and ideas through hand sketching
• Understanding of patterns, blueprints, molds and materials
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public

Workplace Location

• Location: This individual must reside within commuting distance from our Baltimore, MD (Global HQ) office.
• Work Schedule: This role follows a hybrid work schedule, requiring 4 days in-office per week.
• Travel: 10%

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

Relocation

• Relocation may be provided up to a specified amount

Base Compensation

$110,000.00-$150,000.00USD

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.

• Paid "UA Give Back" Volunteer Days: Work alongside your team to support initiatives in your local community
• 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

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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].