Footwear Designer

As a Footwear Designer, your main role is to craft and develop innovative and unique shoe designs by considering trends, target audiences, and technical aspects. You will be responsible for creating designs, selecting materials, and overseeing the production process to ensure consistent quality and aesthetic consistency. This includes tasks such as sketching, creating prototypes, and collaborating with manufacturers to bring your designs to life. It is important for you to stay updated on market trends and production techniques to excel in this role. Key Responsibilities: - Design and Development: Create new shoe designs that align with current trends, target audience preferences, and product specifications. - Sketches and Prototyping: Develop initial sketches and create prototypes to visualize and refine your designs before production. - Material Selection: Choose suitable materials that not only enhance the aesthetic appeal of the shoes but also meet functional requirements and production standards. - Technical Expertise: Understand the shoe design process thoroughly and ensure that your designs are technically feasible for production. - Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, such as product development and marketing, to ensure that your designs align with business objectives. - Market Research: Stay informed about the latest market trends and future forecasts, keeping track of consumer needs and preferences. - Production Management: Oversee the production process to ensure that your designs are produced according to specifications and quality standards. - Quality Control: Inspect finished products meticulously to ensure that they meet the required standards and promptly address any production issues. - Problem-Solving: Be prepared to handle and resolve any issues that may arise during the design or production process efficiently.,