Aimé Leon Dore

Design Director - Footwear

HQ - New York · Director

Sponsorship not specified$130k-$140kDetected 84 days ago

Adobe Creative SuiteLeadershipCommunicationCollaboration

About the role

Develop seasonal mood, color, and material direction that supports brand storytelling and cross-category cohesion.
Partner with the SVP of Design and SVP of Product to define long-term category strategy and product evolution.
Ensure product design reflects ALD's balance of heritage inspiration, contemporary design language, and elevated craftsmanship.
Oversee design process from concept through final sample, ensuring accuracy, quality, and timeliness.
Approve sketches, prototypes, and materials; provide clear creative feedback to design and development teams.
Collaborate with technical design, product development, and sourcing teams to ensure feasibility and cost alignment without compromising design intent.
Partner closely with Apparel Design, Merchandising, Production, and Marketing to ensure product alignment across categories.
Collaborate with Retail and Creative teams on seasonal storytelling, launch strategy, and brand imagery.
Manage and mentor the Footwear Design team, fostering a culture of creativity, accountability, and collaboration.
Set clear seasonal goals and deliverables, ensuring milestone adherence and design excellence.

Strong knowledge of materials, construction, and manufacturing processes.
8-10 years of design experience in footwear ideally within a luxury, lifestyle, or designer brand.
Proven track record in developing cohesive, elevated collections across categories (footwear).
Demonstrated ability to lead a design team and manage cross-functional relationships.
Highly skilled in Adobe Creative Suite, 3D design tools, and presentation rendering.
Deep understanding of cultural and design references aligned with ALD's aesthetic.
Excellent communication, organization, and leadership skills.

$130,000 - $140,000
Aimé Leon Dore is from Queens, NY. With a strong focus on simple yet powerful design, we are driven to create timeless work by portraying an aesthetic that is uniquely our own.

Lead the seasonal creative direction and design narrative for footwear in alignment with the brand's overall design vision.

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