Under Armour
Sr. Footwear Designer, Performance Running
Under Armour, Portland, Oregon, United States, 97204
Sr. Footwear Designer, Performance Running
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Under Armour . Values & Innovation
At Under Armour, we are committed to empowering those who strive for more. The company's values – Act Sustainably, Celebrate the Wins, Fight on Together, Love Athletes, and Stand for Equality – guide everything we do and define the qualities expected of every teammate. Purpose of Role
The Senior Footwear Designer, Performance Running will be responsible for bringing the brand vision to life through innovative, trend‑right, and brand‑right designs that are cutting‑edge and fresh. The role requires collaboration with designers, product managers, and developers, and a focus on delivering compelling, fun, and fresh products that athletes love. Your Impact
Be a key partner in creating brand identity and distinctive UA footwear offerings with a current design vision. Design and present concepts for footwear and overall design direction (material, trim, color). Develop and execute clear and detailed technical packages for development. Ensure that the category meets price point, tells a strong merchandising story, and meets development timelines. Express ideas in sketches, marker rendering, computer illustrations, etc. Provide product conceptualization and alternatives that meet the product brief. Drive the short and long‑term design vision and strategies for the category. Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree with typically 8 years of relevant experience, or Master’s degree with typically 6 years of relevant experience, or 12 years of relevant work experience without a degree. Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, and PowerPoint. Model making and footwear relevant craft skills. Footwear or adjacent manufacturing process knowledge and experience, ideally spent in sample rooms and factories. Solid understanding of footwear construction, materials, and manufacturing techniques. Proven ability to express concepts through hand sketching. Understanding of patterns, blueprints, molds, and materials. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, clients, customers, and the general public. Workplace Location
Location: Must reside within commuting distance of the Portland, OR office. Work Schedule: Hybrid – 4 days in‑office per week. Travel: 10‑15%. Sponsorship Eligibility
UA does not offer sponsorship of job applicants for employment‑based work authorization for this position at this time. Relocation
Relocation may be provided up to a specified amount. Base Compensation
$112,896.08 – $155,232.11 USD Benefits & Perks
Paid "UA Give Back" Volunteer Days. Under Armour Merchandise Discounts. Competitive 401(k) plan matching. Maternity and Parental Leave for eligible and FMLA‑eligible teammates. Health & fitness benefits, discounts, and resources. Our Commitment to Equal Opportunity
Under Armour is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, family or paternal status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Seniority Level
Mid‑Senior level Employment Type
Full‑time Job Function
Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology Industries
Advertising Services, Manufacturing, and Retail
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Under Armour . Values & Innovation
At Under Armour, we are committed to empowering those who strive for more. The company's values – Act Sustainably, Celebrate the Wins, Fight on Together, Love Athletes, and Stand for Equality – guide everything we do and define the qualities expected of every teammate. Purpose of Role
The Senior Footwear Designer, Performance Running will be responsible for bringing the brand vision to life through innovative, trend‑right, and brand‑right designs that are cutting‑edge and fresh. The role requires collaboration with designers, product managers, and developers, and a focus on delivering compelling, fun, and fresh products that athletes love. Your Impact
Be a key partner in creating brand identity and distinctive UA footwear offerings with a current design vision. Design and present concepts for footwear and overall design direction (material, trim, color). Develop and execute clear and detailed technical packages for development. Ensure that the category meets price point, tells a strong merchandising story, and meets development timelines. Express ideas in sketches, marker rendering, computer illustrations, etc. Provide product conceptualization and alternatives that meet the product brief. Drive the short and long‑term design vision and strategies for the category. Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree with typically 8 years of relevant experience, or Master’s degree with typically 6 years of relevant experience, or 12 years of relevant work experience without a degree. Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, and PowerPoint. Model making and footwear relevant craft skills. Footwear or adjacent manufacturing process knowledge and experience, ideally spent in sample rooms and factories. Solid understanding of footwear construction, materials, and manufacturing techniques. Proven ability to express concepts through hand sketching. Understanding of patterns, blueprints, molds, and materials. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, clients, customers, and the general public. Workplace Location
Location: Must reside within commuting distance of the Portland, OR office. Work Schedule: Hybrid – 4 days in‑office per week. Travel: 10‑15%. Sponsorship Eligibility
UA does not offer sponsorship of job applicants for employment‑based work authorization for this position at this time. Relocation
Relocation may be provided up to a specified amount. Base Compensation
$112,896.08 – $155,232.11 USD Benefits & Perks
Paid "UA Give Back" Volunteer Days. Under Armour Merchandise Discounts. Competitive 401(k) plan matching. Maternity and Parental Leave for eligible and FMLA‑eligible teammates. Health & fitness benefits, discounts, and resources. Our Commitment to Equal Opportunity
Under Armour is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, family or paternal status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Seniority Level
Mid‑Senior level Employment Type
Full‑time Job Function
Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology Industries
Advertising Services, Manufacturing, and Retail
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