VF Corporation
SENIOR DESIGNER, Lifestyle Footwear (Vans)
VF Corporation, Costa Mesa, California, United States, 92626
SENIOR DESIGNER, Lifestyle Footwear (Vans)Location:
Southern California, United StatesReference Number:
R-20240712-0021Position type:
PermanentCategory:
FootwearJob Function:
Design - Fashion / ProductSalary:
96768.00-120960.00 Per YearLevel:
Mid to Senior LevelAbout Vans
Vans is the original brand rooted in the authentic lifestyle of skateboarding. We are driven by our mission to inspire and empower everyone to live “Off The Wall” – embracing the youthful spirit of freedom, non-conformity, and relentless progression. Together with our communities across the globe, our vision is to push culture forward because we believe that the pursuit of progression never ends.Job Responsibilities
A day in the life of a Senior Footwear Designer, Life & Style at Vans includes:Utilizing merchandise briefs to create footwear concepts and collections.Conceptualizing, sketching, and rendering original footwear concepts.Executing timely upper and tooling designs, techpacks, and seasonal color CADS.Partnering with the Footwear Development team to bring ideas to mass production.Researching consumer attitudes to identify emerging and current trends, presenting to the team via trend boards, prototypes, and samples.Developing expert narratives and preparing project presentations for Senior leadership.Qualifications
To succeed in this role, you should have:5+ years of experience in product design, including ideation, development, and manufacturing processes.Expert knowledge of footwear design that balances innovation, performance, and style for Lifestyle consumers.Understanding of street culture, market trends, and the ability to spot trends in advance.Excellent problem-solving, interpersonal, and communication skills.Strong teamwork and collaboration skills, valuing diverse perspectives.Proficiency in design software (Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop) and business software (Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint; Apple Keynote).Professional presentation skills and the ability to interpret product design briefs.Preferred Skills:
Additional 3D design software knowledge is a plus.What We Offer
At Vans, we are committed to supporting and growing our people through extensive development opportunities, a competitive compensation package, and a strong benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).We strive to foster a diverse and inclusive culture based on respect, connection, and authenticity. Our focus on DEI is at the foundation of who we are and what we do.To learn more about Vans’ benefits package, visit MyVFBenefits.com and click “Looking to Join VF”. For more about our Diversity and Inclusion efforts, go to www.vans.com.
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Southern California, United StatesReference Number:
R-20240712-0021Position type:
PermanentCategory:
FootwearJob Function:
Design - Fashion / ProductSalary:
96768.00-120960.00 Per YearLevel:
Mid to Senior LevelAbout Vans
Vans is the original brand rooted in the authentic lifestyle of skateboarding. We are driven by our mission to inspire and empower everyone to live “Off The Wall” – embracing the youthful spirit of freedom, non-conformity, and relentless progression. Together with our communities across the globe, our vision is to push culture forward because we believe that the pursuit of progression never ends.Job Responsibilities
A day in the life of a Senior Footwear Designer, Life & Style at Vans includes:Utilizing merchandise briefs to create footwear concepts and collections.Conceptualizing, sketching, and rendering original footwear concepts.Executing timely upper and tooling designs, techpacks, and seasonal color CADS.Partnering with the Footwear Development team to bring ideas to mass production.Researching consumer attitudes to identify emerging and current trends, presenting to the team via trend boards, prototypes, and samples.Developing expert narratives and preparing project presentations for Senior leadership.Qualifications
To succeed in this role, you should have:5+ years of experience in product design, including ideation, development, and manufacturing processes.Expert knowledge of footwear design that balances innovation, performance, and style for Lifestyle consumers.Understanding of street culture, market trends, and the ability to spot trends in advance.Excellent problem-solving, interpersonal, and communication skills.Strong teamwork and collaboration skills, valuing diverse perspectives.Proficiency in design software (Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop) and business software (Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint; Apple Keynote).Professional presentation skills and the ability to interpret product design briefs.Preferred Skills:
Additional 3D design software knowledge is a plus.What We Offer
At Vans, we are committed to supporting and growing our people through extensive development opportunities, a competitive compensation package, and a strong benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).We strive to foster a diverse and inclusive culture based on respect, connection, and authenticity. Our focus on DEI is at the foundation of who we are and what we do.To learn more about Vans’ benefits package, visit MyVFBenefits.com and click “Looking to Join VF”. For more about our Diversity and Inclusion efforts, go to www.vans.com.
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