Footwear Designer

Job Title:

Lead Footwear Materials Designer – Jordan Kids & Core Footwear Duration: 6+ Months Key Responsibilities

• Create innovative material concepts and developments for Jordan Kids + Core Footwear
• Develop seasonal material narratives and storytelling that connect emotionally with consumers
• Research and interpret consumer insights, trends, and cultural influences to drive material innovation
• Partner with cross-functional teams throughout the footwear product creation process
• Elevate existing materials and explore new technologies and methods of make
• Present design concepts, material stories, and seasonal insights to stakeholders
• Translate consumer knowledge and market insights into compelling product solutions
• Support sustainable material innovation and manufacturing initiatives
• Drive product excellence while maintaining alignment with Jordan Brand vision and consumer expectations

• 5+ years of experience in Footwear Design, Footwear Materials Design, or Product Design
• Strong footwear industry experience is required
• Deep understanding of footwear materials, specifically leather constructions and material applications over knit-based solutions
• Experience designing and developing innovative footwear products
• Strong understanding of form, color, materials, consumer trends, and product storytelling
• Ability to translate consumer insights into product solutions and narrative
• Experience presenting concepts and creative ideas to diverse audiences
• Strong collaboration and cross‑functional communication skills
• Demonstrated passion for design and innovation

• Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign)
• Keynote, PowerPoint, Acrobat

• Footwear Materials Designer
• Lead Materials Designer
• Footwear Designer
• Product Designer
• Jordan Brand
• Footwear Development
• Material Innovation
• Leather Materials
• Consumer Trends
• Product Creation
• Adobe Creative Suite
• Aurora
• Footwear Product Design