NPD EVA - Creative Designer

The Creative Designer EVA role requires a minimum of 1 year of experience and is a full-time position. As a Creative Designer EVA, your primary responsibilities will include developing innovative and trend-focused EVA footwear designs. You will be creating detailed design sketches and renderings using software such as Photoshop, CorelDRAW, and Illustrator. Collaboration with product development, sourcing, and marketing teams is essential to execute samples effectively. It is crucial for you to have a good understanding of materials, quality standards, and pattern making specifically for EVA-based footwear. You will be responsible for ensuring that the designs align with cost, functionality, and aesthetic requirements. Keeping yourself updated on market trends and competitor products is important to derive inspiration for creative concepts. Proficiency in design software like Photoshop, CorelDRAW, and Illustrator is a must for this role. Additionally, having a basic understanding of quality control, EVA materials, and pattern making will be beneficial. A strong sense of aesthetics, color theory, and current footwear trends is required to excel in this position. You should be able to translate creative ideas into functional, market-ready designs with precision. Attention to detail, strong time management skills, and the ability to work effectively in a team are essential qualities for the Creative Designer EVA role. Preferred qualifications for this position include a degree or diploma in Footwear Design or a related field. Any prior experience in the EVA or Footwear segment would be considered advantageous.,