Lead Designer, Graphic & Prints - HOKA Apparel

Lead Designer, Graphic & Prints - HOKA Apparel (Finance)

At Deckers Brands, Together, Every Step is a promise kept that every employee can bring their authentic self, is valued and supported, as a whole person, at work and beyond. Together, Every Step is how we continue to deliver exceptional business results, experience an amazing place to work, and have a positive impact on the communities and world around us.

Job Title:

Lead Designer, Graphic & Prints - HOKA Apparel

Reports to:

Director, Color Design - HOKA Apparel

Location:

Portland, OR (Hybrid)

Typically 3 times per week in office, Tuesday - Thursday

The Role
As the Lead Designer, Graphics (Apparel and Accessories) at HOKA, you'll be at the forefront of redefining apparel through bold, disruptive design. You'll accelerate the apparel refresh engine, deliver newness and speed to market, and drive growth across all categories. Sitting at the intersection of design, product, and merchandising, you'll elevate graphics as a tool for storytelling, product differentiation, and consumer impact. Your strong point of view and ability to translate insights into meaningful solutions will drive clarity and momentum from concept through final product.

We celebrate diversity--of your background, your experiences and your unique identity. We are committed to ensuring an inclusive and equitable workplace where all of our employees can Come as They Are. We believe that when we bring our different perspectives to work, we are truly Better Together.

Your Impact

Lead graphics and allover print design execution on category priority projects

Develop graphics and allover print solutions across apparel and accessories

Work against seasonal project briefs and franchise concepts, supporting new creation, refresh, and optioning strategies

Manage multiple creation calendars across inline, collaborations, SMU projects, and own the graphic and allover print schematic handoff process

Collaborate with direct team leadership and cross-functional partners to build seasonal toolboxes and application strategies aligned to creative direction

Partner with product design, material design, development, merchandising, and marketing to deliver cohesive product stories

Support seasonal design strategy and contribute to category-level direction

Collaborate with apparel, accessories, material, and digital design teams to deliver a holistic product point of view

Explore unbriefed opportunities that push HOKA expression and innovation

Who You Are

Degree in graphic design, product design, or related field

4-8 years of experience in apparel graphic design, with a focus on men's and women's performance product

Advanced understanding of graphic and allover print process, application, and technique

Strong knowledge of apparel construction, materials, and product process

Strong understanding of color, palette usage, and application

Ability to translate trends and consumer insights into product-relevant graphic strategies

Proficient in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, PowerPoint, and Lucid

Familiarity with generative AI platforms such as Midjourney or Vizcom

Strong communication and collaboration skills

Portfolio demonstrating graphic and print direction, trend, and product execution

What We'll Give You

Competitive Pay and Bonuses

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We've created a variety of competitive compensation programs to foster career development, reward success and to show our employees just how much they're valued.

Financial Planning and wellbeing

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No matter what financial goals our employees have set, we want to help them get there. Our plans provide powerful ways to protect income, pay for expenses and invest in the future.

Time away from work

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Sometimes we need time away to be with family, focus on our health or just simply recharge. Our plans support our employees' needs to get out, get healthy and come back stronger than ever.

Extras, discounts and perks

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Being a valued member of the Deckers Brands team means more than just a paycheck. From generous discounts to community-based programs, we offer a variety of cool extras

Growth and Development

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Deckers Brands was built on the idea of pursuing passion. That's why we offer extensive opportunities and support for personal and professional development.

Health and Wellness

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There's nothing basic about our comprehensive health and wellness programs and offerings. While at work and at play, we aim to support a healthy lifestyle.

$108,700.00 - $146,700.00

The salary range posted reflects the estimated minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for this role in:
Portland, Oregon

Individual pay will be determined by location and additional factors, including job related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary for your preferred location during the hiring process.

Equal Employment Opportunity
Diversity and inclusion are key to our success. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and our employees are people with different strengths, experiences and backgrounds who share a passion for our brands. We welcome qualified applicants regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, military or veteran status, mental or physical disability, medical condition and all the other beautiful parts of your identity.

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