New Balance · 2 days ago
Senior Designer Innovation
Boston, MA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$117K/yr - $187K/yr
10+ years expNew Balance is a company that has empowered people through sport and craftsmanship since 1906. They are seeking a Senior Apparel Designer who will lead category innovation design, champion design excellence, and create groundbreaking product concepts rooted in performance and craftsmanship.
ApparelConsumer GoodsE-CommerceShoesSporting Goods
Responsibilities
Actively designing apparel concepts and solutions that lead and push the category innovation team
Encourage and foster a culture of innovation and professional growth within the design team, challenging conventional design norms and exploring new ideas
Throughout the creation process communicate the 'why' and produce a narrative that engages the team, the brand, and the consumer
Truly strive to understand the New Balance consumer and their holistic lifestyle
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 catalyst of creation by translating designs into prototypes, driving innovation through materials, manufacturing processes, and a relentless attention to detail
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
Qualification
Required
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
Strong project management skills, including the ability to manage multiple projects and 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
Preferred
Clo3D is preferred
Benefits
Three options for medical insurance
Dental
Vision
Life insurance
401K
Online learning and development courses
Tuition reimbursement
$100 monthly student loan support
Various mentorship programs
$1,000 lifestyle reimbursement
4 weeks of vacations
12 holidays
Generous parental leave
Company
New Balance
New Balance is a sports footwear and apparel brand that sells sneakers, shoes, and fitness clothing online and in retail stores.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$0.08MKey Investors
Massachusetts Life Sciences Center
2020-10-15Grant· $0.08M
Leadership Team
Joe Preston
President & Chief Executive Officer
John Withee
CFO
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