Lead Designer-Basketball Apparel Color Design

Role: Lead Designer–Basketball Apparel Color Design

Location: Beaverton, OR-Hybrid (4 Days Onsite, Fridays Remote)

Duration: 6 Months Contract

Position Overview

• :We are seeking a highly creative and experienced Lead Designer – Basketball Apparel Color Design to support seasonal color direction and storytelling initiatives across Basketball apparel collections. This individual will play a key role in creating compelling color narratives, seasonal design concepts, and consumer-focused storytelling that drive innovative product experiences
• .This position sits within the Basketball Design organization and will partner closely with Apparel Design, Product Management, Development, and cross-functional creative teams. The ideal candidate is a versatile designer with strong color expertise, textile knowledge, presentation skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment

.Key Responsibilitie

• sCreate and drive seasonal color direction for Basketball apparel collections
• .Develop compelling storytelling, color narratives, and original creative concepts
• .Translate consumer insights, market trends, and cultural influences into innovative design solutions
• .Collaborate with Product Management, Design, and Development teams throughout the product creation process
• .Communicate design intent through presentations, concept boards, and visual storytelling
• .Support schematic creation, prototype reviews, and seasonal design workshops
• .Build engaging presentations for leadership reviews and cross-functional partners
• .Manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines
• .Partner with internal and external stakeholders to bring seasonal concepts to life

.Required Qualification

• sBachelor's degree preferred in Apparel Design, Fashion Design, Textile Design, Graphic Design, Industrial Design, or related field
• .Minimum 3–5 years of experience in Apparel, Color, Textile, Graphic, or Product Design
• .Expertise in Adobe Illustrator
• .Strong proficiency in Adobe Photoshop
• .Experience using Miro, CLO 3D, and Vizcom
• .Strong foundation and understanding of textiles, color theory, and apparel applications
• .Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• .Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• .Strong understanding of current and emerging fashion, sportswear, and design trends

.Preferred Qualification

• sExperience developing storytelling frameworks and translating consumer insights into design narratives
• .Knowledge of apparel construction, schematic development, and technical product creation
• .Experience creating presentations for leadership and cross-functional teams
• .Strong visual communication and presentation skills

.Desired Soft Skill

• sExcels under tight deadlines
• .Highly versatile and adaptable
• .Strong prioritization and organizational skills
• .Creative problem solver with a collaborative mindset
• .Passion for sports, basketball culture, and consumer-driven design
• .What Makes a Candidate Stand Ou
• tExperience working across both Footwear and Apparel Design
• .Exceptional presentation and storytelling abilities
• .Experience presenting concepts to internal leadership and external audiences
• .Strong understanding of sportswear, streetwear, and emerging consumer trends