Job Summary

The Sportswear & Footwear Designer is responsible for designing sports apparel and athletic footwear that align with the company’s brand, performance standards, and market needs. This role covers jerseys, team apparel, and sports shoes, combining creativity with functionality and production feasibility.

Key Responsibilities

- Apparel (Jerseys & Sportswear)

- Design sports jerseys, training wear, socks, and related team apparel

- Create colourways, graphics, patterns, logos, names, and numbering layouts

- Develop design concepts based on team identity, brand direction, and trends

- Prepare production-ready artwork (sublimation, printing, embroidery, etc.)

- Select suitable fabrics and trims for performance, comfort, and durability

- Footwear (Sports Shoes)

- Design athletic footwear concepts for sports and training use

- Develop shoe silhouettes, outsole concepts, colourways, and detailing

- Create design mock-ups, technical drawings, and material references

- Consider performance, comfort, durability, and usability in footwear design

- Work with production or suppliers to ensure designs are manufacturable

General Responsibilities

- Collaborate with sales, production, and operations teams

- Revise designs based on feedback from management or clients

- Ensure all designs meet quality standards, timelines, and brand guidelines

- Keep updated with sportswear and footwear trends

Requirements & Skills

- Experience in sportswear, apparel, or footwear design

- Proficient in design software (Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, or similar)

- Strong understanding of jersey layout, printing methods, and footwear design basics

- Creative, detail-oriented, and organised

- Able to handle multiple projects and deadlines

- Good communication and teamwork skills

Preferred (Optional)

- Experience in team sports apparel and/or athletic footwear

- Knowledge of fabric technology and shoe materials

- Experience working with manufacturers, printers, or factories

Scope of Work

- Sports apparel (jerseys, team wear, socks, etc.)

- Athletic footwear (sports shoes)