Assistant Designer - Apparel, Sportswear & Training

PURPOSE & OVERALL RELEVANCE FOR THE ORGANISATION

Assist the Design team to design market right products for the adidas brand as part of an international design team in cooperation with marketing and development.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist in the design and development of creative solutions to concepts within the assigned category or project.
• Collaborate with design team in researching trends, gathering consumer insights, solving design challenges and creating great product.
• Support in the visualization of ideas for products and ranges creatively and with clarity.
• Execute design work according to the visual language of adidas as well as given Corporate Identity guidelines according to legal guidance.
• Partner with design team on color, material and trim selections.
• Create accurate 2D and 3D tech packs.
• Contribute to tech pack handovers, submitting relevant information needed for the development process including proper 2D and/or 3D sketches, detail callouts, fabric and trim indication and artwork.
• Assist in creation of presentation boards including concept and consumer (where applicable), design sketches, materials, and accurate product information.
• Support product management and development in all issues regarding the realization of products and collections.
• Verbally present concepts, products, and details with clarity an impact.

KEY RELATIONSHIPS:

• Design team members
• Product Marketing
• Development/Pattern/Materials

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of fashion design/industrial product or industrial design.
• Presentation and communication skills.
• High level of creativity
• Knowledge of product development, material and trims for assigned product range.
• Exhibit strong organizational and self-management skills in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong multitasking and prioritization skills.
• Demonstrate strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills
• Passion for design.
• Knowledge and use of Macintosh computer design software/systems (adobe Illustrator, Photoshop).
• 3D skills and knowledge of virtual tools (CLO 3D or other similar tools) is a plus.
• Fluent in English (spoken and written)

Requisite Education and Experience / Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree (B.A.) from a college or university, major in design or industrial product engineering.
• 1+ years practical experience in Footwear/Apparel/Accessories-or industrial design, fashion design or similar design related areas.