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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, Apparel Design, Basketball, Communication Skills, Cross-Functional, Customer Relations, Customer/Client Research, Establish Priorities, Fashion Design, Financial Trend Analysis, Graphic Design, Industrial Design, Leadership, Market Trend Analysis, Multitasking, Organizational Skills, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Product Design, Product Management, Project/Program Management, Prototyping, Schematics, Seasonal Design, Shoe Design, Storytelling, Team Player, Textile Design, Textile Industry, Time Management, Trend Analysis, Visual Communication, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Beaverton, OR
POSTED
8 days ago
Role: Lead Designer Basketball Apparel Color Design
Location: Beaverton, OR (WHQ) Hybrid (4 Days Onsite / 1 Day Remote)
Duration: Approximately 6 Months Contract (Potential Extension, Not Guaranteed)

Position Overview: We are seeking a highly creative and experienced Lead Designer Basketball Apparel Color Design to support seasonal color direction and storytelling initiatives across Basketball apparel collections. This individual will play a key role in creating compelling color narratives, seasonal design concepts, and consumer-focused storytelling that drive innovative product experiences.
This position sits within the Basketball Design organization and will partner closely with Apparel Design, Product Management, Development, and cross-functional creative teams. The ideal candidate is a versatile designer with strong color expertise, textile knowledge, presentation skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities
  • Create and drive seasonal color direction for Basketball apparel collections.
  • Develop compelling storytelling, color narratives, and original creative concepts.
  • Translate consumer insights, market trends, and cultural influences into innovative design solutions.
  • Collaborate with Product Management, Design, and Development teams throughout the product creation process.
  • Communicate design intent through presentations, concept boards, and visual storytelling.
  • Support schematic creation, prototype reviews, and seasonal design workshops.
  • Build engaging presentations for leadership reviews and cross-functional partners.
  • Manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines.
  • Partner with internal and external stakeholders to bring seasonal concepts to life.
Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree preferred in Apparel Design, Fashion Design, Textile Design, Graphic Design, Industrial Design, or related field.
  • Minimum 3 5 years of experience in Apparel, Color, Textile, Graphic, or Product Design.
  • Expertise in Adobe Illustrator.
  • Strong proficiency in Adobe Photoshop.
  • Experience using Miro, CLO 3D, and Vizcom.
  • Strong foundation and understanding of textiles, color theory, and apparel applications.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong understanding of current and emerging fashion, sportswear, and design trends.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience developing storytelling frameworks and translating consumer insights into design narratives.
  • Knowledge of apparel construction, schematic development, and technical product creation.
  • Experience creating presentations for leadership and cross-functional teams.
  • Strong visual communication and presentation skills.
Desired Soft Skills
  • Excels under tight deadlines.
  • Highly versatile and adaptable.
  • Strong prioritization and organizational skills.
  • Creative problem solver with a collaborative mindset.
  • Passion for sports, basketball culture, and consumer-driven design.
What Makes a Candidate Stand Out
  • Experience working across both Footwear and Apparel Design.
  • Exceptional presentation and storytelling abilities.
  • Experience presenting concepts to internal leadership and external audiences.
  • Strong understanding of sportswear, streetwear, and emerging consumer trends.
Team Information
  • Supports seasonal direction work focused on driving innovative color theories within Basketball products.
  • Works closely with the Footwear Expression and Basketball Design teams.
  • Highly collaborative environment with approximately 10 direct team members and extensive cross-functional interaction.
  • Opportunity to influence seasonal creative direction across Men s and Women s product categories.
Interview Process
  • Up to 2 interview rounds.
  • Portfolio submission is required and must be included with candidate submission.
Important Supplier Notes
  • This is a rebuild of a previous requisition.
  • Candidates previously submitted to requisition #15680 should not be resubmitted.
  • This opportunity is more apparel-focused, while a related opening is more focused on footwear.

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