Graphic Design Director, Men's Footwear

What are we looking for in our Graphic Design Director, Men's Footwear?

GRAPHIC DESIGN DIRECTOR, MEN’S FOOTWEAR

Contract W2 Non-Exempt

Location: Beaverton, OR

Pay Range: $45.00 - $55.00 per hour DOE

We are seeking a visionary Graphics Design Director with a profound understanding of art, elevated craft, and high taste level. You have a strong graphic and product design knowledge combined with forward-thinking creativity to develop ground-breaking perspectives in the collaboration space. You possess the vision to inspire and lead a creative team, along with the collaborative spirit and flexibility to manage multiple projects effectively.

WHAT WILL YOU WORK ON?

As the Men’s Footwear Graphics Design Director, you will lead the charge in creating groundbreaking design directions that push the boundaries of creativity and innovation. You will be responsible for translating the visions of our partners and brand into impactful graphics and prints for footwear that stand out on the world's biggest stages. Your work will involve driving a collaborators' visions while aligning with brand objectives to create true newness by juxtaposing perspectives.

WHO WILL YOU WORK WITH?

You will report to the Senior Design Director and partner closely with the Footwear Directors, as well as cross-functional partners. Your role involves fostering a collaborative environment where diverse visions come to life all while mentoring the design team.

WHAT YOU WILL BRING?

• Minimum of 3+ years of relevant design work experience in a related field.
• Experience in product design triad, studio experience highly preferred.
• Prior leadership experience.
• Strong illustration, typography, brand identity, and color theory skills.
• Mastery of the creative process, guiding the team through all stages of design.
• Excellent storytelling skills.
• Mastery in presentation and communication skills.
• Ability to lead product creation while leveraging 3D capabilities.
• Proficiency in digital design software (Creative Suite).
• Deep understanding of making and manufacturing processes.
• Profound knowledge of elevated craft.
• Proven ability to inspire and lead creative teams under high-pressure environments.
• Collaborative spirit with excellent soft skills and flexibility to manage multiple projects, and work with external partners, and cross-functional teams efficiently.
  
  

Pride Global offers eligible employee’s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance and employee discounts with preferred vendors.

Rate/Salary: $45.00 - $55.00 per hour DOE