Brooks Running

Designer II, Advanced Footwear Design, Visual Brand + CMF Design

US, Washington, Seattle · Mid

Sponsorship not specified$104k-$156kDetected 6 days ago

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About the role

Everyone who works at Brooks is propelled by a company culture that sparks excitement, fuels collaboration, inspires creativity, and ignites innovation.
We welcome everyone from every walk of life looking to inspire others through the power of movement - because we're all moving towards something.
The role focuses on elevating franchise visuals, exploring scalable methods of product expression, and creating compelling CMF components that inform future seasonal toolboxes and inline product creation.

Visual Brand + CMF Design
Create original identity marks, graphic, print, and CMF concepts that establish distinction across footwear franchises while reinforcing seasonal storytelling and brand identity.
Develop scalable visual identity solutions and logo applications that adapt across multiple product platforms and consumer experiences.
Create and maintain identity markers, CMF specifications, and technical documentation that accurately communicate design intent to development and manufacturing partners.
Utilize visualization tools, renderings, AI-assisted creative platforms, and rapid concept exploration methods to accelerate design development and communication.
Partner with the Senior Manager, Advanced Footwear Design, CMF, and VP of Footwear Design to develop identity markers and CMF solutions that support Brooks' long-term product and brand strategy.
Collaborate closely with Footwear Design, Materials Development, Product Development, Product Line Management, Innovation, and Color teams throughout the product creation process.
Participate in design reviews, sample evaluations, concept critiques, and cross-functional working sessions.
Present concepts, design rationale, consumer insights, and seasonal storytelling to internal teams and leadership.
Effectively communicate design intent, strategic thinking, and key recommendations through compelling visual and verbal storytelling.

Bachelor's degree in Footwear Design, Industrial Design, Graphic Design, Textile Design, Apparel Design, or a related field
5+ years of experience in footwear, apparel, graphic, brand, CMF, or related product design.
Strong portfolio demonstrating expertise in:
Strong understanding of color, composition, typography, materials, and visual design principles.
Experience utilizing AI-assisted creative tools and visualization platforms for concept development, storytelling, and rapid exploration.
Advanced proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
Ability to travel domestically and internationally (approximately 10%).
Bachelor's degree in Footwear Design, Industrial Design, Graphic Design, Textile Design, Apparel Design, or a related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Brand identity markers and graphic systems
Familiarity with 3D visualization tools such as Blender, Rhino, KeyShot, Substance, or similar platforms is preferred but not required.

The pay range for this position, based out of the Brooks Seattle HQ, is $104,217- $156,324 per year.
Base pay offered will vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.
Bonus - In addition to base pay, Brooks employees may also be offered an annual bonus based on company performance.

Brooks offers generous time off, including three to five weeks of paid time off, eleven paid holidays, and paid sick and parental leave. Bonus
In addition to base pay, Brooks employees may also be offered an annual bonus based on company performance. Perks
At Brooks, we celebrate diversity & equity.
Including product discounts, employee recognition, fitness discounts, volunteer and donation benefits.

At Brooks, we believe movement is the key to feeling more alive. That's why we're driven to create gear and experiences that take people to the place that makes them feel more alive - whether it's a headspace, a feeling, or a finish line.
Our brand values help bond us together and drive our success:
Runner First
At Brooks, we believe movement is the key to feeling more alive.
That's why we're driven to create gear and experiences that take people to the place that makes them feel more alive - whether it's a headspace, a feeling, or a finish line.
We act in the best interest of the runner
Word is Bond
We do what we say we'll do
Champion Heart
We give our all in everything we do
There is no "I" in Run
We stay generous with our humanity
Keep Moving

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