Lead Designer, Basketball Apparel Color Design

Lead Designer, Apparel Color Design

Location: Beaverton, Oregon (Hybrid, in office Monday-Thursdays, and can work remotely from home on Fridays)

Role Overview

We are seeking a Lead Designer for Apparel Color Design. This role supports seasonal direction work and is instrumental in driving compelling new color theories in basketball & footwear. The position involves substantial cross-functional collaboration. This is an on-site, project-based contract role.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the creation and execution of seasonal color direction for basketball footwear.
• Develop and present compelling new color theories and stories.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure cohesive product expression.
• Translate consumer insights into tangible color and design strategies.
• Present concepts and designs to internal senior leadership and external partners, such as athletes and collaborators.
• Manage project timelines and deliverables effectively, often under tight deadlines.

Required Qualifications

Experience: A minimum of 3-5+ years of experience in a similar color design role is required.

Technical Skills:

• Expertise in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop.
• Proficiency with Miro, CLO 3D, and Vizcom.
• A good foundational knowledge of textiles.

Soft Skills:

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent ability to prioritize tasks and excel under tight deadlines.
• Ability to translate consumer insights and tell a compelling story.
• A passion for sports.

Preferred Qualifications

• Degree in a relevant field.
• Strong presentation skills with experience presenting to both internal and external audiences.
• Candidates who have experience with both footwear and apparel design.

Compensation & Benefits

The anticipated pay range for this position is $38.00 to $46.66 per hour. Please note that a contract employee's compensation is determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to, the candidate's experience, qualifications, and the specific needs of the role.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.