Lead Designer - Teva (Footwear)

Location: Goleta, California, United States; hybrid schedule with office attendance typically three times per week, Tuesday through Thursday

Salary: $108,700–$146,700 per year

Company

hirify.global develops and markets consumer footwear brands, including Teva.

What you will do

• Interpret briefs, market research, and trend insights to develop innovative Teva footwear concepts.
• Create illustrations, technical drawings, tech packs, blueprints, and material specifications in line with brand guidelines.
• Present design projects and communicate creative direction to development, engineering, sales, marketing, and merchandising stakeholders.
• Manage multiple design projects and seasonal creation timelines from concept through finished product.
• Review prototypes, update tech packs, and integrate 3D design into product development while meeting pricing goals.
• Travel internationally to factory partners and mentor team members through design presentations and internal meetings.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 6+ years of related design experience, preferably in footwear.
• Experience creating technical drawings, tech packs, and blueprints.
• Proficiency with Microsoft applications, macOS, Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, Romans CAD, and 3D rendering or prototyping software.
• Knowledge of footwear product design, outsole construction, last making, materials, color, and the transition from 2D concepts to 3D products.
• Strong presentation, communication, project management, organization, problem-solving, and multitasking skills.

Culture & Benefits

• Inclusive and equitable workplace focused on respecting diverse backgrounds and identities.
• Competitive compensation programs and bonuses.
• Financial planning, income protection, health and wellness programs, and paid time away from work.
• Employee discounts, community-based programs, and other perks.
• Personal and professional growth and development opportunities.