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Materials Designer 2

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Beaverton, OR

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Adobe Creative Suite, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe InDesign, Adobe Photoshop, Apparel Design, Communication Skills, Cross-Functional, Customer Experience, Customer Relations, Customer/Client Research, Fashion Trends, Industrial Design, Leadership, Manufacturing, Market Trend Analysis, Mock Up, Multitasking, Product Design, Project/Program Management, Shoe Design, Storytelling, Sustainability, Team Player, Textile Design, Textile Industry, Time Management
LOCATION
Beaverton, OR
POSTED
2 days ago
Role: Materials Designer 2
Location: Beaverton, OR (PHK) Onsite
Duration: 6 Months Contract
Pay Rate: Competitive Hourly Rate on W2

Position Overview
We are seeking a talented Materials Designer 2 to join a growing Footwear Materials Design team supporting iconic Men's and Women's Sportswear franchises. This role will focus on creating innovative footwear materials that elevate consumer experiences through trend-relevant storytelling, material innovation, and compelling design narratives.
The ideal candidate is a highly creative and consumer-focused designer with a strong understanding of material trends, tactile experiences, and storytelling. They should be able to translate consumer insights into meaningful material concepts while collaborating across multiple design disciplines and product creation teams.

Key Responsibilities
  • Design and develop innovative footwear materials for established lifestyle and sportswear franchises.
  • Create seasonal material concepts, narratives, mood boards, and inspiration presentations.
  • Research consumer trends, cultural influences, and emerging material innovations.
  • Curate, refine, and elevate existing materials for seasonal refreshes and new collections.
  • Partner with cross-functional teams including Color Design, Graphic Design, Digital Design, Product Development, and Marketing.
  • Build and communicate compelling material stories that create emotional consumer connections.
  • Develop material concepts from ideation through final execution and tech pack creation.
  • Collaborate with manufacturing partners to address technical challenges and ensure design intent is maintained.
  • Participate in design reviews, presentations, and seasonal planning sessions.
  • Manage multiple projects and deadlines within a fast-paced product creation environment.
Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor s degree in Textiles, Materials, Apparel Design, Industrial Design, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
  • Minimum 3+ years of experience in Materials Design, Textile Design, Footwear Design, or a related discipline.
  • Strong understanding of consumer trends, materials, textures, and tactile experiences.
  • Experience working on large-scale consumer goods projects.
  • Ability to translate consumer insights into compelling design narratives and product executions.
  • Experience creating concept presentations, mood boards, and storytelling materials.
  • Strong collaboration and communication skills with cross-functional teams.
  • Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, including:
    • Adobe Photoshop
    • Adobe Illustrator
    • Adobe InDesign
  • Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience in footwear materials design.
  • Experience in industrial materials, textile materials, or apparel materials design.
  • Strong interest in streetwear, fashion, and cultural trends.
  • Understanding of the footwear product creation process.
  • Experience creating 3D samples and physical mockups.
  • Knowledge of sustainable materials and design practices.
Portfolio Requirements
A portfolio is required and should demonstrate:
  • Strong visual storytelling and design thinking.
  • Clear presentation of the design process from concept through execution.
  • Examples of material innovation and consumer-focused design solutions.
  • Evidence of decision-making ownership and project leadership.
  • Clear indication of individual contributions within collaborative projects.
Desired Soft Skills
  • Positive attitude and collaborative mindset.
  • Strong curiosity and openness to new ideas.
  • Ability to work effectively in ambiguity.
  • Strong presentation and communication skills.
  • Team-oriented approach with the confidence to contribute ideas and advocate for design solutions.

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