Sr. Designer Color&Graphics APP SMSU/Olympics

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PURPOSE & OVERALL RELEVANCE FOR THE ORGANISATION:

• Be SMSU design internal projects lead for high-profile & large scale projects, plan and mange execution of design related project work.
• Take over responsibility for the deliverables of junior team members.
• Take a leading role in collaboration with relevant stakeholders: X- Category, X-BU and X-functional.
• Manage creation of convincing design concepts for the SMSU assets & events mainly through colour stories and graphic applications
• Ownership for multiple sports categories and product types (App, Footwear, ACC and Gear)
• Ensure proper product creation on the products offered by the Sports Marketing Service Unit through preparation of colour sketches, graphic designs and design packs based on inline design solutions.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage multiple sports categories in regard to creative strategy, project planning and on-time execution together with x-functional team.
• Handel various number of large-scale projects simultaneously, coordinating and delegating workload within the team.
• Coordinate and steer design deliverables on project work, SMSU internally and X-BU.
• Manage company wide internal network of design peers from all areas to get support abs influence as needed.
• Modify designs of inline ranges considering adidas standards and technical feasibility (e.g. CI, color strategy) to meet internal and external customer needs
• Create colour stories for SMSU ranges in accordance with global adidas design direction and customer specific needs
• Create customer specific graphic designs and develop inline graphics further according to SMSU needs.
• Create professional presentations and mood boards in order to effectively communicate design concepts internally and externally.
• Prepare design packs in 2D and 3D and other handover documents according to SMSU modifications. Ensure technical accuracy and to support a smooth workflow in development process.
• Working with 3D tools for presentation purpose and enhancing design decisions

• Ensure accordance of customer wishes and adidas brand standards in all design related work.

• Be a strong influencer in the x-functional team to drive the range towards design vision.

• Support the daily work and development of junior team members.
• Handle external design capacities / freelancers.

KEY RELATIONSHIPS:

• Marketing
• Development
• Inline design
• SMSU Assets

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

:

• Advanced knowledge of art and design with clear understanding of visual design concepts and an extraordinary sense for color, color combination, their application and color trends
• Good overview of today's sports products from all areas
• Knowledge and use of Macintosh computer design software/systems
• Excellent skills in Adobe Creative Suite
• Ideally skilled in 3D programs as ClO3D
• Strong presentation and communication skills. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization
• Ability to self-responsibly handle complex projects / multiple projects at the same time
• Ability to set priorities in a high-pressure environment with tight deadlines
• Fluent in English (word and writing)
• Strong 3D skills and knowledge of virtual tools are required

APP tools: Clo3D, Browzwear, VStitcher or similar 3D fashion design tools

FTW tools: Rhino, Modo, ICAD Pro, or similar 3D design tools

REQUISITE EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE / MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Qualified to degree level in Design/Trend related studies, preferable in the area of fashion or graphic design
• Experienced in Color Design and/or a creative environment, fully trained and qualified in the area of Product or Color Design
• Minimum 8 years work experience in the relevant area.
• Preferably experience in mangement and team leadership.

AT ADIDAS WE HAVE A WINNING CULTURE. BUT TO WIN, PHYSICAL POWER IS NOT ENOUGH. JUST LIKE ATHLETES OUR EMPLOYEES NEED MENTAL STRENGTH IN THEIR GAME. WE FOSTER THE ATHLETE'S MINDSET THROUGH A SET OF BEHAVIORS THAT WE WANT TO ENABLE AND DEVELOP IN OUR PEOPLE AND THAT ARE AT THE CORE OF OUR UNIQUE COMPANY CULTURE: THIS IS HOW WE WIN WHILE PLAYING FAIR.

COURAGE: Speak up when you see an opportunity; step up when you see a need..

OWNERSHIP: Pick up the ball. Be proactive, take responsibility and follow-through.

INNOVATION: Elevate to win. Be curious, test and learn new and better ways of doing things.

TEAMPLAY: Win together. Work collaboratively and cultivate a shared mindset.

INTEGRITY: Play by the rules. Hold yourself and others accountable to our company's standards.

RESPECT: Value all players. Display empathy, be inclusive and show dignity to all.

AT ADIDAS, WE STRONGLY BELIEVE THAT EMBEDDING DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION (DEI) INTO OUR CULTURE AND TALENT PROCESSES GIVES OUR EMPLOYEES A SENSE OF BELONGING AND OUR BRAND A REAL COMPETITIVE ADVANTAGE.

– CULTURE STARTS WITH PEOPLE, IT STARTS WITH YOU –

BY RECRUITING TALENT AND DEVELOPING OUR PEOPLE TO REFLECT THE RICH DIVERSITY OF OUR CONSUMERS AND COMMUNITIES, WE FOSTER A CULTURE OF INCLUSION THAT ENGAGES OUR EMPLOYEES AND AUTHENTICALLY CONNECTS OUR BRAND WITH OUR CONSUMERS.

JOB TITLE:

Sr. Designer Color&Graphics APP SMSU/Olympics - temp. until BU Specialist Sport (m/f/d)

BRAND:

LOCATION:

Herzogenaurach

TEAM:

Design

STATE:

BY

COUNTRY/REGION:

DE

CONTRACT TYPE:

Limited Duration

NUMBER:

537002

DATE:

Nov 4, 2025