Tech Designer

Job description

Country: United States
Job Function: Design

State / Province: Oregon
Position Type: Full time

City / Location: Portland
Brand: adidas

Relocation: Yes

Somewhere, in one of our workshops right now, the future is taking shape. We are constantly working to redefine the way clothing and footwear transforms the pitch, court or course. This is what drives us: the feeling of discovery and the urge to innovate. When we create a product that makes our hearts beat faster, we know we’re onto something.

If this sounds inspiring, you might be one of us: Someone who loves to create the present, as well as shape the future. There’s a reason adidas has been at the forefront of defining sport for more than 60 years: We never stand still. Everyday, we work to improve everything we create.

At adidas, interesting, amazing and inspiring aren’t just ideas. They are what we do every single day.

Purpose

Executes design direction for the brand through final presentation of products. Collaborates with design and marketing to set direction for color and all presentation formats and material. Collects and shares market and trend information to drive seasonal / adidas creative direction.

Key Accountabilities

· Create line art, color cads and photo reals for apparel.
· Create production kits for apparel.
· Create, establish, maintain, and nurture the design direction of final presentations and finishing of product.
· Collaborates with design, marketing and development regarding color schemes, color stories, and placement ideas based on trends, reaction to fabric/materials, and Brand Objectives.
· Acts as a color consultant to Marketing PLMs, designers, Key Accounts and subsidiaries.
· Own and track project status by partnering with development, marketing and design. Follow through to the end of the project troubleshooting and facilitating as needed.
· Archive and distribute final, correct designs and design kits to both internal and external customers.
· Create PowerPoint, Keynote and Flash Presentations and present to both internal and external customers.
· Travel to the market place and research colour and trend information. Recognize and apply appropriate trend information to specific categories.
· Provide Designs for key projects.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

· Expertly skilled in Illustrator, Photoshop.
· Highly skilled in InDesign, Flash, PowerPoint is desired, but not necessary.
· Advanced knowledge of art and design with clear understanding of visual design concepts, including color mixing, color compatibility, and color placement.
· Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.
· Solid influence and collaboration skills
· Solid communication skills
· Ability to work independently
· Quality and detail of work extremely important.

Minimum Qualifications

· Two year degree from an accredited art school;
· Two years related experience and /or training
· Equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted for degree.