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Baltimore, VT
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About the job
Under Armour is all about performance. Because what we make empowers athletes in every form to push themselves, to turn good into great, and to stay hungry for whatever comes next. And this is exactly what we expect from each other.
Working with us means one key thing: no matter what you do, you see every day and every project as a chance to push your field forward. In every store and every office, we build teams where everyone is an MVP. And together we tackle every challenge head on. Because we work to push the gear, the game, and ourselves farther.
We’re looking for people who do more than good work. We’re looking for the Best in Every Game.
Under Armour is the chosen brand of this generation of athletes... and the athletes of tomorrow. We're about performance - in training and on game day, in blistering heat and bitter cold. Whatever the conditions, whatever the sport, Under Armour delivers the advantage athletes have come to demand.That demand has created an environment of growth. An environment where building a great team is vital. An environment where doing whatever it takes is the baseline and going above and beyond to protect the Brand is commonplace.The world's hungriest athletes live by a code, a pledge to themselves and everyone else: Protect This House... I Will. Our goal is to Build A Great Team! Will YOU…Protect This House?!
Design Director, Women’s Training
The Design Director for Women’s Training will be responsible for the driving design strategy for this category. The Director will oversee and synergize innovation and drive the best product mix for Women’s performance. As our Women’s Training design leader, you will drive your team to success 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 leader who brings a strong point of view built on your own inspirations and ideas. This Design Director must have the ability to forge strong partnerships with his/her creative peers to create – from concept to reality - compelling and fresh stories that speak to the Women’s Training market and tie to our brand stories as appropriate.
What does this opportunity give me?
Challenge. Fast growth company with the goal of being the best in the world.
Ownership. Contribute a strong point of view to the Brand.
Innovation. Never hear, “This is how we’ve always done it.”
Inspire. Create compelling apparel graphics
What will I do at UA?
Define future opportunities and develop comprehensive business plans to maximize revenue potential.
Budget for, build, inspire and mentor a strong and unique team of apparel designers focused on creating brand right and trend right Women’s Training lines that are fresh and on-calendar.
Manage calendar including turn times and catalogue drops. Refine and sharpen this model.
Analyze competitive landscape and user segmentation to develop a strong product roadmap.
Delegate internal and external requests to ensure all areas of the business in regards to Women’s Training are being looked after and handled properly in accordance to Under Armour standards.
Interact cross functionally with senior leadership in Design, Merchandising, Footwear, Accessories, Brand and other internal teams to ensure that the Brand is building a cohesive strategy across multiple areas of the business.
Come to the table with a strong point of view on creative issues while still having an open ear to opinions and suggestions.
Travel to vendor base both Far East and Domestic at least twice each year
Market travel both domestic and international.
What does UA need from me?
BA or BFA in Apparel Design
10+ years of Design experience required, preferably in the sports industry
5+ years of management experience required
Must have a strong knowledge of performance and/or Women’s Training apparel
Must be 100% up to date and proficient professional graphic design programs, i.e., Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop on Mac platforms.
Garment construction and textiles knowledge, including price points and merchandising needs
Exceptional hand illustration skills
A continued understanding of the market as it relates to graphics in performance sports and fashion
Create design solutions that meet consumer needs and also reflect our overall brand message and aesthetic
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, 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, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Under Armour believes that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success as a global company, and we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool.
Working with us means one key thing: no matter what you do, you see every day and every project as a chance to push your field forward. In every store and every office, we build teams where everyone is an MVP. And together we tackle every challenge head on. Because we work to push the gear, the game, and ourselves farther.
We’re looking for people who do more than good work. We’re looking for the Best in Every Game.
Under Armour is the chosen brand of this generation of athletes... and the athletes of tomorrow. We're about performance - in training and on game day, in blistering heat and bitter cold. Whatever the conditions, whatever the sport, Under Armour delivers the advantage athletes have come to demand.That demand has created an environment of growth. An environment where building a great team is vital. An environment where doing whatever it takes is the baseline and going above and beyond to protect the Brand is commonplace.The world's hungriest athletes live by a code, a pledge to themselves and everyone else: Protect This House... I Will. Our goal is to Build A Great Team! Will YOU…Protect This House?!
Design Director, Women’s Training
The Design Director for Women’s Training will be responsible for the driving design strategy for this category. The Director will oversee and synergize innovation and drive the best product mix for Women’s performance. As our Women’s Training design leader, you will drive your team to success 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 leader who brings a strong point of view built on your own inspirations and ideas. This Design Director must have the ability to forge strong partnerships with his/her creative peers to create – from concept to reality - compelling and fresh stories that speak to the Women’s Training market and tie to our brand stories as appropriate.
What does this opportunity give me?
Challenge. Fast growth company with the goal of being the best in the world.
Ownership. Contribute a strong point of view to the Brand.
Innovation. Never hear, “This is how we’ve always done it.”
Inspire. Create compelling apparel graphics
What will I do at UA?
Define future opportunities and develop comprehensive business plans to maximize revenue potential.
Budget for, build, inspire and mentor a strong and unique team of apparel designers focused on creating brand right and trend right Women’s Training lines that are fresh and on-calendar.
Manage calendar including turn times and catalogue drops. Refine and sharpen this model.
Analyze competitive landscape and user segmentation to develop a strong product roadmap.
Delegate internal and external requests to ensure all areas of the business in regards to Women’s Training are being looked after and handled properly in accordance to Under Armour standards.
Interact cross functionally with senior leadership in Design, Merchandising, Footwear, Accessories, Brand and other internal teams to ensure that the Brand is building a cohesive strategy across multiple areas of the business.
Come to the table with a strong point of view on creative issues while still having an open ear to opinions and suggestions.
Travel to vendor base both Far East and Domestic at least twice each year
Market travel both domestic and international.
What does UA need from me?
BA or BFA in Apparel Design
10+ years of Design experience required, preferably in the sports industry
5+ years of management experience required
Must have a strong knowledge of performance and/or Women’s Training apparel
Must be 100% up to date and proficient professional graphic design programs, i.e., Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop on Mac platforms.
Garment construction and textiles knowledge, including price points and merchandising needs
Exceptional hand illustration skills
A continued understanding of the market as it relates to graphics in performance sports and fashion
Create design solutions that meet consumer needs and also reflect our overall brand message and aesthetic
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, 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, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Under Armour believes that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success as a global company, and we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool.