Footwear Designer/Colorist

WHO WE ARE:
Headquartered in Southern California, Skechers—the Comfort Technology Company®—has spent over 30 years helping men, women, and kids everywhere look and feel good. Comfort innovation is at the core of everything we do, driving the development of stylish, high-quality products at a great value. From our diverse footwear collections to our expanding range of apparel and accessories, Skechers is a complete lifestyle brand.

ABOUT THE ROLE:
Under the direction of the VP of Skechers Direct , design and develop innovative and cost-efficient brand and market relevant footwear for the Skechers Direct. Work within the cross-functional category team to create a line from concept to reality.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

• Create - In collaboration with the Design and Product Line management, create product designs that appeal to targeted consumers. Contribute to seasonal creative strategy for products and line segments. Partner with Design, Product Line Management, and Product Development to focus product designs for market success. Actively seek expert input to develop appropriate designs with regards to cost/value, fit and performance, manufacturability, merchandising, and aesthetic finish.
• Communication - Present and communicate visual concept solutions to product briefs. Work with design team to produce and present materials effectively. Proficient in the creation of tech packs and outsole blueprints, including cross sections. Encourages communication and feedback. Fosters group decision making, participation, and consensus.
• Execute – Finalize tech packages and proactively follow the execution of all product details: construction, color, form, style, detail, fit, and cost. Review all tech packages and communicate changes to Asia development partners. Deliver on-time product solutions in conjunction with the product calendar and business needs ensuring that all deadlines, line plans, and deliverables are met.
• Consumer – Utilize knowledge of category specific consumers and culture to improve product performance and appearance. Study and research current and future trends, maintain expert knowledge in global design trends, and market competition.
• Multi-Tasking – Make the most efficient use of time, usually managing numerous projects simultaneously. Skilled organizer who plans effectively and moves with agility from one task to another. Prioritizes according to top needs.
• Other duties as assigned.

WHAT YOU'LL BRING:

• Ability to sketch shoes accurately and proportionately & provide detailed specifications.
• Must understand the footwear production process at the factory level.
• Must have advanced skills in Photoshop/Illustrator.
• Must have great communication/presentation skills and work well with others.

REQUIREMENTS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Preferably a bachelor’s degree in Footwear, Fashion or Graphic Design.
• Should have a minimum of 2-5 years of shoe designing experience and knowledge of shoe constructions, materials, and color.

The pay range for this position is $80,000-$100,000/yr USD.

About Skechers

Skechers, a global Fortune 500® company, develops and markets a diverse range of lifestyle and performance footwear, apparel, and accessories. Serving over 180 countries and territories, Skechers connects customers to products through department and specialty stores, e-commerce and digital stores, and through our more than 5,300 Skechers retail locations.

Equal Employment Opportunity
Skechers is committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and respectful work environment. Skechers provides equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment without regard race, color, religion, gender, gender identification and expression, national origin, marital status, age, disability, genetic information, military status, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic established by local, state or federal law.

Reasonable Accommodation
Applicants for employment who require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job should request appropriate accommodation by emailing [email protected].
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each job responsibility satisfactorily.  The skills, abilities and physical demands described are representative of those duties that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities, who are otherwise qualified for the job position, to perform the essential functions.