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Sr. Footwear Designer, Sportswear (Baltimore or New York)
nSr. Footwear Designer, Sportswear (Baltimore or New York)
nValues & Innovation
nAt 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.
nOur 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.
nOur 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.
nIf you are a current Under Armour teammate, apply to this position on theInternal Career Site Here. (
nThis role is eligible for our Footwear Talent Sprint referral program.
nPurpose of Role
nThe Senior Footwear Designer - Sportswear 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.
nYour Impact
nnnBe a key partner in creating brand identity and distinctive UA footwear offerings with a creative and current design vision.
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nnDesign and present concepts for footwear and overall design direction: material, trim, color.
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nnDevelop and execute clear and detailed technical packages for development.
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nnEnsure that the category meets price point, tells a strong merchandising story and meets development time lines.
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nnExpress ideas in a variety of ways including sketches, marker rendering, computer illustrations etc.
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nnProvide product conceptualization and alternatives that meet the needs of the product as outlined by product marketing and the product brief.
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nnDrive the short and long-term design vision and strategies for the category
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n nQualifications
nnnBachelor'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.
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nnProficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop, InDesign and PowerPoint
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nnModel making and footwear relevant craft skills
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nnFootwear or adjacent manufacturing process knowledge and experience. Ideally, have spent time in sample rooms and factories
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nnGained a solid understanding of footwear construction and materials. Should be versed in manufacturing techniques and have experience working at the factories on development issues
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nnProven ability to express concepts and ideas through hand sketching
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nnUnderstanding of patterns, blueprints, molds and materials
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nnAbility to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public
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n nWorkplace Location
nnnLocation: This individual must reside within commuting distance from our Baltimore, MD (Global HQ) or New York City office.
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nnWork Schedule: This role follows a hybrid work schedule, requiring 4 days in-office per week.
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nnTravel: 10%
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n nSponsorship Eligibility: (US ONLY) UA does not offer sponsorship of job applicants for employment-based work authorization for this position at this time.
nRelocation
nnRelocation may be provided up to a specified amount
n nBase Compensation
n$110,000.00-$150,000.00 USD
nMost 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.
nBenefits & Perks
nnnPaid "UA Give Back" Volunteer Days: Work alongside your team to support initiatives in your local community
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nnUnder Armour Merchandise Discounts
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nnCompetitive 401(k) plan matching
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nnMaternity and Parental Leave for eligible and FMLA-eligible teammates
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nnHealth & fitness benefits, discounts and resources- We offer teammates across the country programs to promote physical activity and overall well-being
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n n#LI-JW1
n#LI-Hybrid
nOur Commitment to Equal Opportunity
nAt 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
nRequisition ID:
nLocation:
nBaltimore, MD, US, 21230
nBusiness Unit: Corporate
nRegion: North America
nEmployee Class: Full Time
nEmployment Type: Salaried
nLearn more about our Benefits here
Worksite address
baltimore, MD, 21276, US
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