Location: Beaverton, Oregon
Job Type: Contract
Compensation Range: $48 - 54 per hour

Our client is seeking a visionary Design Director to manage and oversee a team dedicated to creating designs for Men's Performance and Lifestyle Footwear!

As a Design Director, you must have a profound understanding of art, elevated craft, and high taste level. You should have a strong graphic and product design knowledge combined with forward-thinking creativity to develop groundbreaking perspectives in the collaboration space. You will possess the vision to inspire and lead a creative team, along with the collaborative spirit and flexibility to manage multiple projects effectively.
Responsibilities:

• Lead the charge in creating groundbreaking design directions that push the boundaries of creativity and innovation for men's footwear.
• Translate the visions of partners and brand into impactful graphics and prints for footwear that stand out on the world's biggest stages.
• Drive collaborators' visions while aligning with brand objectives to create true newness by juxtaposing perspectives.
• Report to the Senior Design Director and partner closely with the Footwear Directors, as well as cross-functional partners.
• Foster a collaborative environment where diverse visions come to life, all while mentoring the design team.
• Work closely with the production art team.

Qualifications:

• Experience level: Experienced
• Education: High School
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant design work experience in a related field.
• Management experience is required. Product design triad background and studio experience are highly preferred.
• Strong illustration, typography, brand identity, and color theory skills.
• Mastery of the creative process, guiding the team through all stages of design.
• Excellent storytelling skills.
• Mastery in presentation and communication skills.
• Ability to lead product creation while leveraging 3D capabilities.
• Proficiency in digital design software (Creative Suite).
• Deep understanding of make and manufacturing processes.
• Profound knowledge of elevated craft.
• Proven ability to inspire and lead creative teams under high-pressure environments.
• Collaborative spirit with excellent soft skills and flexibility to manage multiple projects, work with external partners, and cross-functional teams efficiently.
• Top must-have skills: people-first mindset; previous experience managing people (3-5 direct reports); strategic and flexible approach.

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Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Cella by randstad digital offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, an incentive and recognition program, and 401K contribution (all benefits are based on eligibility).
This posting is open for thirty (30) days.