G/FORE · 1 day ago
G/FORE Lead Footwear Designer
Raleigh, NC
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
7+ years expG/FORE is a company that combines modern design with a love of golf, aiming to disrupt the industry while respecting its traditions. The Lead Footwear Designer will be responsible for creating market-leading footwear, collaborating with various teams to ensure the execution of the creative vision and managing prototypes throughout the development process.
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Responsibilities
Concept, design, develop and execute design work according to the visual language of G/Fore and direction set by the Creative Director and VP Design
Implement the creative vision of G/Fore in a footwear product range including expansion into lifestyle footwear
Work on developing concepts, mock-ups, visuals, 2D and 3D files for new projects
Develop and visualize a strong vision for future products partnering with product development team
Ensure efficient process and communication flow between design, marketing, development and production for all the designed ranges and products of G/Fore footwear
Use detailed tech packs & BOM’s to articulate product detail execution; submit all relevant information needed for the development process including sketches, construction, materials, trim and graphics
Manage the organization and maintenance of the prototypes in conjunction with the product development team
Provide support to the line book development process and color card development process
Communicate with factories and mills to ensure samples are executed properly
Communicate with the production department and factories to ensure production is executed properly
Update the Style Wall as prototypes are developed and samples are launched
Support the team during sales meeting set-up periods and sales campaign set-up periods
Qualification
Required
Extensive knowledge of Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop and Excel
Excellent time management skills, with the ability to balance multiple deadlines and priorities
Strong attention to detail
Superb organizational skills and methods
Strong communication and presentation skills with the ability to communicate effectively with employees, vendors and clients
Enjoy working as a team player and have an open style with sharing and taking on various points of view
A curious mind with a strong interest for contemporary footwear, fashion, and design
Excellent 2D software skills (Adobe CS), 3D software skills are a plus
Good sketching and mock-up skills
Degree in Design or equivalent experience in a design role
Minimum 7+ years' experience in a Footwear Design position
Excellent knowledge of footwear construction and trend
Preferred
Knowledge of golf footwear market a plus
Experience working with textiles, knits and engineered materials would be a plus, such as understanding of the application to footwear design
Company
G/FORE
G/FORE is the golf-inspired sportswear and accessories brand created and designed by Mossimo Giannulli.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageTotal Funding
unknown2018-01-17Acquired
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