Brooks Sports, Inc.:
3D CAD Apparel & Accessories Designer Job in Seattle, VT
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Seattle, VT
Full-time | Design - Accessories
About the job
Who We Are:
At Brooks, we believe a run can change a day, a life, the world. Everyone who works here is a key part of our obsession to make the best running gear on the planet. We want our business — which also happens to be our passion — to be a place where everyone feels welcome and comfortable being themselves. Our company culture defines us, bonds us together, and drives our success. We live this culture daily through our brand values: Runner First, Word is Bond, Champion Heart, There is no “I” in Run, and Keep Moving. This means we always solve for the runner, do what we say we will, give it our all, are generous with our humanity, and find a way to keep moving every day, because joy is kinetic.
Are you ready to help create something extraordinary?
Your Job:
The Brooks 3D CAD Designer, through collaboration with the Design Team, is responsible for interpreting original inspiration and apparel design sketches into digital art and maintaining a full digital catalog of Brooks apparel. You are a vital resource for digital design within Apparel at Brooks. You will design tools that will be used in many aspects of our Apparel design process, from visualization of color, material, graphics, and form to virtual fitting. As the 3D CAD Designer, you will need a balance of both creativity and technical skill to be successful. Your role will share knowledge and experience on how to build 3D models and render capabilities across key departments.
Responsibilities:
! Create
! Work with the Design Manager collaboratively to create 3D CADs; with stitch detail, colors, graphics, and prints as needed to push design intention forward to best suit our customers’ needs
! Identify new methods for evolving our 3D building process to get better every day and add to our knowledge base.
! Update and modify existing models as required
! Establish and monitor your individual deadlines and ensure adherence to overall project timelines and accurate completion of projects. Identify and communicate potential barriers to meeting completion timelines as soon as they arise
! Plan, create, develop, and/or maintain 3D CAD models for concept, new and existing products
! Work with internal/external resources to create a digital CAD library of our products, including a top to bottom model of assigned styles for each season
! Create, maintain, and organize 3-D shared design standards, specifications, and templates across all product lines
! Present concepts and designs to Apparel team clearly and effectively
! Proactively flag critical issues for consideration that may impact production and/or quality of final product (e.g., meeting of tolerances, reliability) when creating 3D models
! Continuously deepen your understanding of performance apparel construction, consumer knowledge, biomechanics, and design philosophy to grow your design skills
! Influence/Collaboration
! Collaborate with Design, PLM, Merchandising, Color and Concept, and Sales to best execute and showcase our 3D capabilities. This includes executing 3D renders of numerous colorways, partnering with Design to showcase their designs, and providing digital assets to Sales for external accounts
Qualifications:
! To be considered, please submit a portfolio of your work along with your application materials
! 5 years experience in 3D apparel simulation (CLO/ Browzwear) preferred
! Apparel and Accessories specific knowledge required
! Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills
! Excellent presentation skills
! Ability and interest in teaching
! Ability to efficiently create and revise surface / solid models
! Proven ability to manage contractors and internal resources
! Interest and ability to create unique solutions
! Ability to use Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop
! Ability to interact effectively and professionally with all levels of the organization
At Brooks, we celebrate diversity & equity. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment, and encourage people of all backgrounds, perspectives, experiences, and skills to apply. Brooks is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, the presence of a sensory, physical or mental disability, medical condition, military status, marital status, pregnancy or child birth, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, status as a victim of domestic violence, sexual assault or stalking, political ideology, or any other non-merit based factors.
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At Brooks, we believe a run can change a day, a life, the world. Everyone who works here is a key part of our obsession to make the best running gear on the planet. We want our business — which also happens to be our passion — to be a place where everyone feels welcome and comfortable being themselves. Our company culture defines us, bonds us together, and drives our success. We live this culture daily through our brand values: Runner First, Word is Bond, Champion Heart, There is no “I” in Run, and Keep Moving. This means we always solve for the runner, do what we say we will, give it our all, are generous with our humanity, and find a way to keep moving every day, because joy is kinetic.
Are you ready to help create something extraordinary?
Your Job:
The Brooks 3D CAD Designer, through collaboration with the Design Team, is responsible for interpreting original inspiration and apparel design sketches into digital art and maintaining a full digital catalog of Brooks apparel. You are a vital resource for digital design within Apparel at Brooks. You will design tools that will be used in many aspects of our Apparel design process, from visualization of color, material, graphics, and form to virtual fitting. As the 3D CAD Designer, you will need a balance of both creativity and technical skill to be successful. Your role will share knowledge and experience on how to build 3D models and render capabilities across key departments.
Responsibilities:
! Create
! Work with the Design Manager collaboratively to create 3D CADs; with stitch detail, colors, graphics, and prints as needed to push design intention forward to best suit our customers’ needs
! Identify new methods for evolving our 3D building process to get better every day and add to our knowledge base.
! Update and modify existing models as required
! Establish and monitor your individual deadlines and ensure adherence to overall project timelines and accurate completion of projects. Identify and communicate potential barriers to meeting completion timelines as soon as they arise
! Plan, create, develop, and/or maintain 3D CAD models for concept, new and existing products
! Work with internal/external resources to create a digital CAD library of our products, including a top to bottom model of assigned styles for each season
! Create, maintain, and organize 3-D shared design standards, specifications, and templates across all product lines
! Present concepts and designs to Apparel team clearly and effectively
! Proactively flag critical issues for consideration that may impact production and/or quality of final product (e.g., meeting of tolerances, reliability) when creating 3D models
! Continuously deepen your understanding of performance apparel construction, consumer knowledge, biomechanics, and design philosophy to grow your design skills
! Influence/Collaboration
! Collaborate with Design, PLM, Merchandising, Color and Concept, and Sales to best execute and showcase our 3D capabilities. This includes executing 3D renders of numerous colorways, partnering with Design to showcase their designs, and providing digital assets to Sales for external accounts
Qualifications:
! To be considered, please submit a portfolio of your work along with your application materials
! 5 years experience in 3D apparel simulation (CLO/ Browzwear) preferred
! Apparel and Accessories specific knowledge required
! Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills
! Excellent presentation skills
! Ability and interest in teaching
! Ability to efficiently create and revise surface / solid models
! Proven ability to manage contractors and internal resources
! Interest and ability to create unique solutions
! Ability to use Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop
! Ability to interact effectively and professionally with all levels of the organization
At Brooks, we celebrate diversity & equity. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment, and encourage people of all backgrounds, perspectives, experiences, and skills to apply. Brooks is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, the presence of a sensory, physical or mental disability, medical condition, military status, marital status, pregnancy or child birth, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, status as a victim of domestic violence, sexual assault or stalking, political ideology, or any other non-merit based factors.
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