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J.Jill

Senior Designer, Accessories

Quincy, MA

$107K - $114K/yr

... footwear, soft accessories, and socks. This role oversees the creative vision for all products ... The role may also provide guidance, mentoring, and development to junior design team members.

J.Jill

Senior Designer, Accessories

Quincy, MA

$120K - $170K/yr

... to junior design team members. Collection & Design Leadership · Lead the creative design and development of seasonal accessories collections, with handbags as the primary category and footwear ...

J.Jill

Sr Designer

Quincy, MA · On-site

$120K - $170K/yr

... footwear, soft accessories, and socks. This role oversees the creative vision for all products ... The role may also provide guidance, mentoring, and development to junior design team members.

Gina Group LLC

Associate Designer : Footwear

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$50K - $55K/yr

... design, manufacturing, and distribution to retail markets. Categories include footwear, hosiery ... We are looking for a Junior Associate Designer to join our team to join our Footwear department.

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How much do junior footwear design jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for junior footwear design in the United States is $56,698.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $45,500.00 and $65,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a junior footwear design?

A Junior Footwear Design job involves assisting in the design and development of footwear collections. Responsibilities typically include sketching concepts, creating technical drawings, selecting materials, and collaborating with senior designers and product teams. Junior designers may also be involved in trend research, prototype reviews, and refining designs based on feedback. This role is ideal for individuals with a strong creative vision, attention to detail, and knowledge of footwear construction and materials.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed for a junior footwear design?

To thrive as a Junior Footwear Designer, you need a solid understanding of shoe construction, trend research, sketching, and a relevant degree in fashion or industrial design. Proficiency with design software such as Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and 3D modeling tools like Rhino or SolidWorks is commonly required. Strong communication, creativity, attention to detail, and openness to feedback are vital soft skills in this role. These abilities are crucial for effectively translating design concepts into market-ready products and collaborating with development teams.

What are the typical responsibilities of a junior footwear designer?

As a Junior Footwear Designer, your daily tasks can include researching trends and materials, creating sketches or digital renderings, and assisting with tech packs for development teams. You'll often collaborate with senior designers, developers, and marketing to refine concepts and ensure designs meet brand standards and seasonal goals. Depending on the company, you may also participate in sample reviews, update design boards, and support in managing design files and product timelines. This hands-on involvement across the design process helps you build valuable industry experience and fosters professional growth within the team.

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Infographic showing various Junior Footwear Design job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 88% Full Time, 6% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 84% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $56,698 per year, or $27.3 per hour.

Senior Designer, Digital Design Excellence (3D Footwear Design)

Nike

Beaverton, OR • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 10 days ago

Nike rating

7.6

Company rating: 7.6 out of 10

Based on 274 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

7th of 104 rated fashion retailers

Job description

WHO YOU'LL WORK WITH
You'll be aligned to a specific Sport team or priority projects, working independently with Footwear Product Designers to deliver exceptional 3D visualization and production support. You'll collaborate with development, engineering, and Asia partners to ensure designs transition smoothly from concept to manufacturing while mentoring junior designers.
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
You're an experienced 3D designer with deep craft expertise and a strong understanding of footwear manufacturing. You work independently, proactively solve complex modeling challenges, and are adept at using gen Al to accelerate your creative process. You mentor junior designers and help bridge the gap between design intent and manufacturability.
  • Bachelor's degree in Industrial Design or related field. Will accept any suitable combination of education, experience and training.
  • 4+ years of experience in 3D design creation role
  • High proficiency in poly modeling with deep knowledge of industry-standard 3D packages (Blender, Maya, Rhino, Grasshopper and Vizcom)
  • Advanced rendering skills with ability to create custom materials (diffuse, normal, bump, alpha maps) Strong understanding of footwear manufacturing requirements and engineering constraints
  • Proven ability to apply generative Al workflows to enhance ideation speed and creative output
  • Experience with 3D printing and additive manufacturing for rapid prototyping
  • Portfolio demonstrating ability to design, model, and execute high-quality 3D content

WHAT YOU'LL WORK ON
You'll independently deliver production-quality 3D models and visualizations for mid-to-high complexity projects while leveraging generative AI to accelerate workflows. You'll mentor junior designers, partner early with design teams to influence direction, and ensure manufacturability.
  • Partner with your Sport team's Footwear Product Designers early in the process to provide design feedback, create refined concept models, and help establish design direction before moving to development
  • Integrate generative Al workflows into your daily practice to rapidly explore design variations, accelerate ideation, and deliver more iterations in less time
  • Use 3D printing strategically to create physical prototypes that validate design concepts and accelerate decision-making with designers and leadership
  • Create CAD files and technical documentation that clearly convey design direction to Asia factories, ensuring accurate translation from concept to production
  • Proactively Identify and resolve manufacturing challenges, working directly with designers to modify products for feasibility while preserving design intent
  • Mentor 3D Designer Il team members, helping them develop both traditional craft skills and proficiency with new generative Al tools
  • Work Independently across inline projects, hackathons, and priority projects, knowing when to ask for support on the most complex challenges

We offer a number of accommodations to complete our interview process including screen readers, sign language interpreters, accessible and single location for in-person interviews, closed captioning, and other reasonable modifications as needed. If you discover, as you navigate our application process, that you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please complete the Candidate Accommodation Request Form.

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