Footwear Designer

Job Title: Lead Footwear Materials Designer – Jordan Kids & Core Footwear
Duration: 6+ Months
Key Responsibilities

Create innovative material concepts and developments for Jordan Kids + Core Footwear

Develop seasonal material narratives and storytelling that connect emotionally with consumers

Research and interpret consumer insights, trends, and cultural influences to drive material innovation

Partner with cross-functional teams throughout the footwear product creation process

Elevate existing materials and explore new technologies and methods of make

Present design concepts, material stories, and seasonal insights to stakeholders

Translate consumer knowledge and market insights into compelling product solutions

Support sustainable material innovation and manufacturing initiatives

Drive product excellence while maintaining alignment with Jordan Brand vision and consumer expectations

Required Qualifications

5+ years of experience in Footwear Design, Footwear Materials Design, or Product Design

Strong footwear industry experience is required

Deep understanding of footwear materials, specifically leather constructions and material applications over knit-based solutions

Experience designing and developing innovative footwear products

Strong understanding of form, color, materials, consumer trends, and product storytelling

Ability to translate consumer insights into product solutions and narrative

Experience presenting concepts and creative ideas to diverse audiences

Strong collaboration and cross‑functional communication skills

Demonstrated passion for design and innovation

Software Requirements

Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign)

Keynote, PowerPoint, Acrobat

Keywords

Footwear Materials Designer

Lead Materials Designer

Footwear Designer

Product Designer

Jordan Brand

Footwear Development

Material Innovation

Leather Materials

Consumer Trends

Product Creation

Adobe Creative Suite

Aurora

Footwear Product Design

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