VALUES & INNOVATION
At Under Armour, we are committed to empowering those who strive for more, and
the company's values - Act Sustainably, Celebrate the Wins, Fight on Together,
Love Athletes and Stand for Equality - serve as both a roadmap for our teams and
the qualities expected of every teammate.
Our Values define and unite us, the beliefs that are the red thread that
connects everyone at Under Armour. Our values are rallying cries, reminding us
why we're here, and fueling everything we do.
Our pursuit of better begins with innovation and with our team's mission of
being the best. With us, you get the freedom to go further - no matter your
role. That means developing, delivering, and selling the state-of-the-art
products and digital tools that make top performers even better.
If you are a current Under Armour teammate, apply to this position on the
Internal Career Site Here.
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This role is eligible for our Footwear Talent Sprint referral program.
PURPOSE OF ROLE
The Senior Footwear Designer, Run will be responsible for bringing the vision of
the Brand to life through innovative, trend-right and Brand-right designs that
are cutting-edge and fresh. The Senior Designer will synergize with other
designers, product managers and developers. As a design leader, you will be
tasked to collaborate with passion, integrity and motivation. We are an
authentic brand that pushes the envelope every day; innovation is a key part of
our success. We are looking for a designer who brings a strong point of view
built on your own inspirations and ideas. This Senior Designer must have the
ability to forge strong partnerships with his/her creative peers to create –
from concept to reality – compelling, fun and fresh product coveted by athletes
everywhere.
YOUR IMPACT
* Be a key partner in creating brand identity and distinctive UA footwear
offerings with a creative and current design vision.
* Design and present concepts for footwear and overall design direction:
material, trim, color.
* Develop and execute clear and detailed technical packages for development.
* Ensure that the category meets price point, tells a strong merchandising
story and meets development time lines.
* Express ideas in a variety of ways including sketches, marker rendering,
computer illustrations etc.
* Provide product conceptualization and alternatives that meet the needs of the
product as outlined by product marketing and the product brief.
* Drive the short and long-term design vision and strategies for the category
QUALIFICATIONS
* Bachelor's degree with typically 8 years of relevant experience or Master's
degree with typically 6 years of relevant experience or typically 12 years of
relevant work experience without degree.
* Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop, InDesign and PowerPoint
* Model making and footwear relevant craft skills
* Footwear or adjacent manufacturing process knowledge and experience. Ideally,
have spent time in sample rooms and factories
* Gained a solid understanding of footwear construction and materials. Should
be versed in manufacturing techniques and have experience working at the
factories on development issues
* Proven ability to express concepts and ideas through hand sketching
* Understanding of patterns, blueprints, molds and materials
* Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from
groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public
WORKPLACE LOCATION
* Location: This individual must reside within commuting distance from our
Baltimore, MD (HQ) office.
* Work Schedule: This role follows a hybrid work schedule, requiring 4 days
in-office per week.
* Travel: International and domestic as needed.
Sponsorship Eligibility: (US ONLY) UA does not offer sponsorship of job
applicants for employment-based work authorization for this position at this
time.
RELOCATION
* Relocation may be provided up to a specified amount
BASE COMPENSATION
$110,000.00-$150,000.00 USD
Most new hires fall within this range and have the opportunity to earn more over
time. Initial placement within the salary range, however, is based on an
individual's relevant knowledge, skills and experience for the position. UA is
committed to helping our teammates succeed and advance in their careers. Base
salary is only one component of our competitive Total Rewards package.
BENEFITS & PERKS
* Paid "UA Give Back" Volunteer Days: Work alongside your team to support
initiatives in your local community
* Under Armour Merchandise Discounts
* Competitive 401(k) plan matching
* Maternity and Parental Leave for eligible and FMLA-eligible teammates
* Health & fitness benefits, discounts and resources- We offer teammates across
the country programs to promote physical activity and overall well-being
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OUR COMMITMENT TO EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
At Under Armour, we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect
where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and
teammates without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, pregnancy
(including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), national
origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation,
gender identity, gender expression, genetic information (including
characteristics and testing), military and veteran status, family or paternal
status and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Under Armour
seeks to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people representing a
wide variety of backgrounds and perspectives. If a reasonable accommodation is
needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please
contact our Human Resources team via candidateaccommodations@underarmour.com.