Product Designer

Impact:

Envisions and drives revolutionary knit concepts and capabilities that push the boundaries of performance, perception, sustainability, and future manufacture.

Own:
Build & Lead Apparel knitwear and engineered textiles

Focus:
Elevates the Client produce experience with a focus on both the art and science of knit.
Drive Knit Innovation Excellence through the connection of design, development and Manufacturing.
Envisions and Creates the future of knit of Athletes*
Elevate the consumer experience through superior product craft
Leads with creativity and passion to ensure innovation platforms deliver new performance and aesthetic distinction.


Job Description:
Accountabilities:

• Apparel Design for knitwear including concepts and capabilities.
• Deep knit expertise (seamless + flat knit) with thorough understanding of fabric characteristics, knit technology, materials, and constructions.
• Strong technical narrative + storytelling on how knit concepts and capabilities can elevate the experience and performance of products.
• Builds in-depth awareness and research of current knit innovation and technologies in the industry and material trends to keep on top of consumer needs.
• Supports and leverages digital tools for efficiency (illustrator + clo)
• Collaborates with FoP Design, Development, PCC, Product management and delivers solutions for projects and concepts.

Notes from HM:
Must Have:

• 5+ YOE in women s apparel design
• Knit design background - has designed knit structures, engineered textile knowledge, and has knowledge of performance of materials
• Experience in women s apparel, performance garments, and a clear sense of style

Nice to Have:
Seamless product design in active wear
Strong technical and storytelling skills in design
Illustrator and CLO (or willing to learn CLO)

Team:
Working with Material and Apparel design team Org director and 5 other team members