A Product Designer is responsible for the design of a new product, or redesign of an existing product. Responsible for the aesthetics of the product but also designing how it will work, defining the problem and solving it. May be responsible for producing low-fidelity mock ups, prototypes for validation through user testing and crafting the final product accordingly.
Sportswear, Training, Outdoor Adidas - 3.9 Portland, OR Job Details Full-time 7 hours ago Benefits Paid parental leave Health savings account AD&D insurance Employee stock purchase plan Paid holidays Disability insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Parental leave Vision insurance 401(k) matching Prescription drug insurance Qualifications Bachelor's degree in industrial engineering Research Bachelor of Arts Full Job Description
PURPOSE & OVERALL RELEVANCE FOR THE ORGANISATION
Supporting the design team as part of an international team in collaboration with marketing and development to design market-driven footwear products and concepts for the adidas brand specifically for the North American consumer across categories including Sportswear, Running, and Outdoor."
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Assist in the design and development of creative solutions to concepts within the assigned category or project. Collaborate with design team in researching trends, gathering consumer insights, solving design challenges and creating great product. Support in the visualization of ideas for products and ranges creatively and with clarity. Execute design work according to the visual language of adidas as well as given Corporate Identity guidelines according to legal guidance. Ability to stretch across both Footwear Design AND CMG (color, material and graphics) disciplines. Create accurate 2D and 3D tech packs. Contribute to tech pack handovers, submitting relevant information needed for the development process including proper 2D and/or 3D sketches, Detail callouts, Material Maps, CADs and any supporting artwork. Assist in creation of presentation boards including concept and consumer (where applicable), design sketches, materials, and accurate product information. Support product management and development in all issues regarding the realization of products and collections. Verbally present concepts, products, and details with clarity and impact.
KEY RELATIONSHIPS
Design team members Product Marketing Development / Materials team NAM Sales team
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
Knowledge of fashion design/industrial product or industrial design. Presentation and communication skills. High level of creativity Knowledge of product development, material and details for assigned product range. Exhibit strong organizational and self-management skills in a fast-paced environment. Strong multitasking and prioritization skills. Demonstrate strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills Passion for design. Knowledge and use of Macintosh computer design software/systems (adobe Illustrator, Photoshop). 3D skills and knowledge of virtual tools/ai visualization is a plus. Fluent in English (spoken and written)
REQUISITE EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE / MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree (B.A.) from a college or university, major in design or industrial product engineering. 1+ years practical experience in Footwear/Apparel/Accessories-or industrial design, fashion design or similar design related areas. adidas celebrates diversity, supports inclusiveness and encourages individual expression in our workplace. We do not tolerate the harassment or discrimination toward any of our applicants or employees. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. adidas offers robust and progressive medical, including HSA (Health Savings Account) with employer funding or FSA (Flexible Spending Account) options, dental, vision, prescription drug coverage, adoption, with surrogate and fertility support, short and long-term disability, and basic life and AD&D insurance, which can be supplemented with employee-paid coverage. Employees are able to enroll in adidas' 401k plan and Stock Purchase Plan with employer match. Full-time employees are eligible for education assistance and generous Leave policies including 12 weeks of paid parental leave. Employees are eligible to earn an annual bonus based on both company and personal performance. Employees accrue prorated flexible time off in the amount .4388 hours per day that increases with years of service, twelve paid holidays throughout the calendar year and Service Time Off during milestone years. At adidas we offer a Hybrid work policy which requires attendance in the office Monday through Thursday, with the flexibility to work remotely on Friday each week. For work requiring a high degree of collaboration or an in-person presentation, in-office attendance is required even on Friday. The working location of this position is Portland, Oregon. Though our teammates hail from all corners of the world, our working language is English.
AT ADIDAS WE HAVE A WINNING CULTURE. BUT TO WIN, PHYSICAL POWER IS NOT ENOUGH. JUST LIKE ATHLETES OUR EMPLOYEES NEED MENTAL STRENGTH IN THEIR GAME. WE FOSTER THE ATHLETE'S MINDSET THROUGH A SET OF BEHAVIORS THAT WE WANT TO ENABLE AND DEVELOP IN OUR PEOPLE AND THAT ARE AT THE CORE OF OUR UNIQUE COMPANY CULTURE
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IS HOW WE WIN WHILE PLAYING FAIR. COURAGE
Speak up when you see an opportunity; step up when you see a need..
OWNERSHIP
Pick up the ball. Be proactive, take responsibility and follow-through.
INNOVATION
Elevate to win. Be curious, test and learn new and better ways of doing things.
TEAMPLAY
Win together. Work collaboratively and cultivate a shared mindset.
INTEGRITY
Play by the rules. Hold yourself and others accountable to our company's standards.
RESPECT:
Value all players. Display empathy, be inclusive and show dignity to all.
AT ADIDAS, WE STRONGLY BELIEVE THAT EMBEDDING DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION
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INTO OUR CULTURE AND TALENT PROCESSES GIVES OUR EMPLOYEES A SENSE OF BELONGING AND OUR BRAND A REAL COMPETITIVE ADVANTAGE. - CULTURE STARTS WITH PEOPLE, IT STARTS WITH YOU - BY RECRUITING TALENT AND DEVELOPING OUR PEOPLE TO REFLECT THE RICH DIVERSITY OF OUR CONSUMERS AND COMMUNITIES, WE FOSTER A CULTURE OF INCLUSION THAT ENGAGES OUR EMPLOYEES AND AUTHENTICALLY CONNECTS OUR BRAND WITH OUR CONSUMERS. JOB TITLE
