New Balance
Senior Apparel Designer – Running Innovation
New Balance, Boston, Massachusetts, us, 02298
Who We Are:
Since 1906, New Balance has empowered people through sport and craftsmanship to create positive change in communities around the world. We innovate fearlessly, guided by our core values and driven by the belief that conventions were meant to be challenged. We foster a culture in which every associate feels welcomed and respected, where leaders and creatives are inspired to shape the world of tomorrow by taking bold action today. At New Balance, We Got Now.
Job Mission
The Senior Apparel Designer will help lead category innovation design into the future, creating revolutionary apparel solutions for all types of runners. You will champion design excellence by fostering innovation and encouraging risk-taking, acting as a catalyst for experimentation and change. Your role will involve supporting New Balance's apparel innovation strategy through the creation of groundbreaking product concepts rooted in performance and craftsmanship. By leveraging advanced research and insights from consumers and record-breaking Olympians you will develop innovative solutions for the road, track, and trails.
MAJOR ACCOUNTABILITIES:
Design:
Actively designing apparel concepts and solutions that lead and push the category innovation team.
Leadership:
Encourage and foster a culture of innovation and professional growth within the design team, challenging conventional design norms and exploring new ideas.
Tell stories:
Throughout the creation process communicate the “why” and produce a narrative that engages the team, the brand, and the consumer.
Consumer obsessed:
Truly strive to understand the running consumer and their holistic lifestyle.
Be a maker:
Take risks, solve problems and utilize any and all tools necessary from sketch to 3D, and rapid prototyping to create fast, test and learn.
Be a true innovator:
An idea is only as good as the realization of the concept. Be a catalyst of creation by translating designs into prototypes, driving innovation through materials, manufacturing processes, and a relentless attention to detail.
Brand Alignment and Strategy:
Support the long-term brand strategies, align with business goals and growth plans, and ensure that all designs are consistent with the brand’s values while strategically pushing us above and beyond.
REQUIREMENTS FOR SUCCESS:
Bachelor’s degree in apparel design with a focus on pattern cutting and utilization of high performance is highly advantageous. At least 10-12 years of experience in high performance apparel design, with a proven track record of successful collections and products.
Some experience and interest in a leadership role, managing design projects and project teams.
A strong portfolio showcasing a range of successful apparel designs, demonstrating creativity, technical skills, and market success.
Proficiency in design software such as Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop) along with 3D and AI tools such as Clo.
Strong understanding of apparel construction, materials, and manufacturing processes. Experience with 3D design and prototyping tools is a must. Clo3D is preferred.
Strong project management skills, including the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Strong presentation skills to showcase designs and collections to internal teams, executives, buyers, and media. Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively convey design concepts and strategies to various stakeholders.
Equal Opportunity Employer
New Balance provides equal opportunities for all current and prospective associates and takes affirmative action to ensure that employment, training, compensation, transfer, promotion and other terms, conditions and privileges of employment are provided without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, handicap, genetic information and/or status as an Armed Forces service medal veteran, recently separated veteran, qualified disabled veteran or other protected veteran.
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Since 1906, New Balance has empowered people through sport and craftsmanship to create positive change in communities around the world. We innovate fearlessly, guided by our core values and driven by the belief that conventions were meant to be challenged. We foster a culture in which every associate feels welcomed and respected, where leaders and creatives are inspired to shape the world of tomorrow by taking bold action today. At New Balance, We Got Now.
Job Mission
The Senior Apparel Designer will help lead category innovation design into the future, creating revolutionary apparel solutions for all types of runners. You will champion design excellence by fostering innovation and encouraging risk-taking, acting as a catalyst for experimentation and change. Your role will involve supporting New Balance's apparel innovation strategy through the creation of groundbreaking product concepts rooted in performance and craftsmanship. By leveraging advanced research and insights from consumers and record-breaking Olympians you will develop innovative solutions for the road, track, and trails.
MAJOR ACCOUNTABILITIES:
Design:
Actively designing apparel concepts and solutions that lead and push the category innovation team.
Leadership:
Encourage and foster a culture of innovation and professional growth within the design team, challenging conventional design norms and exploring new ideas.
Tell stories:
Throughout the creation process communicate the “why” and produce a narrative that engages the team, the brand, and the consumer.
Consumer obsessed:
Truly strive to understand the running consumer and their holistic lifestyle.
Be a maker:
Take risks, solve problems and utilize any and all tools necessary from sketch to 3D, and rapid prototyping to create fast, test and learn.
Be a true innovator:
An idea is only as good as the realization of the concept. Be a catalyst of creation by translating designs into prototypes, driving innovation through materials, manufacturing processes, and a relentless attention to detail.
Brand Alignment and Strategy:
Support the long-term brand strategies, align with business goals and growth plans, and ensure that all designs are consistent with the brand’s values while strategically pushing us above and beyond.
REQUIREMENTS FOR SUCCESS:
Bachelor’s degree in apparel design with a focus on pattern cutting and utilization of high performance is highly advantageous. At least 10-12 years of experience in high performance apparel design, with a proven track record of successful collections and products.
Some experience and interest in a leadership role, managing design projects and project teams.
A strong portfolio showcasing a range of successful apparel designs, demonstrating creativity, technical skills, and market success.
Proficiency in design software such as Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop) along with 3D and AI tools such as Clo.
Strong understanding of apparel construction, materials, and manufacturing processes. Experience with 3D design and prototyping tools is a must. Clo3D is preferred.
Strong project management skills, including the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Strong presentation skills to showcase designs and collections to internal teams, executives, buyers, and media. Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively convey design concepts and strategies to various stakeholders.
Equal Opportunity Employer
New Balance provides equal opportunities for all current and prospective associates and takes affirmative action to ensure that employment, training, compensation, transfer, promotion and other terms, conditions and privileges of employment are provided without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, handicap, genetic information and/or status as an Armed Forces service medal veteran, recently separated veteran, qualified disabled veteran or other protected veteran.
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