24 Seven Talent is hiring: Materials Designer in Portland

2 weeks ago Be among the first 25 applicants This range is provided by 24 Seven Talent. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range $50.85/hr - $55.85/hr Direct message the job poster from 24 Seven Talent 24 Seven is partnering with a top global sportswear client to help them find a Materials Designer for this onsite position in the Portland, OR area. This is a fulltime 3 month contract with potential to extend working 4 days a week onsite. While on contract, you'd be eligible for benefits including medical, dental, vision, and more. Ideal Candidate: will have a bachelor's degree in a related field and a minimum of 3-5 years professional experience in a design environment working with materials, textiles and/or color. As a Materials Designer on our client's Sportswear team, you will leverage materials to deliver a premium, recognizable and consumer relevant brand point of view in the marketplace through strategic vision, design direction, storytelling, and editing. You will lead the design of the materials, material palettes, creative vision, and strategies for specific footwear projects that span across the brand's Sportswear team. You will maintain hands‑on involvement in materials design and development throughout the product creation process in support of the seasonal creative direction and the various priorities for Lifestyle product. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Design, Art or a related field 3 – 5 years relevant experience in a design environment working with materials, textiles and/or color Passion for Materials Design Proficiency in holistic product design & method of make Ability to collaborate both within the design team and with category partners, flexible with individual’s working styles Ability to translate cultural & consumer knowledge/insight to narratives and product executions Strong consumer connection with lifestyle related products Highly organized and self‑sufficient Experience in participating in multiple projects with competing resources and deadlines Must have a portfolio showcasing skills‑looking for material and color heavy work, shows your process. Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level Employment Type Contract Job Function Design and Production #J-18808-Ljbffr