Vans: Designer, 3D Visualization
Vans
Date: 13 hours ago
City: Costa Mesa, California
Salary:
$82,080
-
$102,600
per year
Contract type: Full time
Position: Designer – Visualization 3D (Footwear, Apparel, Accessories)
Hiring Manager: Virtualization Design Manager
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Vans: Be a Part of the Original
“It was never about waving the brand like a flag, it was always about the people” – Paul Van Doren
Vans is the original action sports footwear company rooted in authenticity and creativity. Founded in 1966, Vans has thrived on a legacy of impacting our greater community through Vans’ four pillars: action sports, music, art and street culture. We are constantly inspired by the expressive creators within our company and community as they bring new and innovative perspectives to help shape and transform the future of our business.
At Vans our culture sets us apart and it influences everything we do. Everything we do supports creativity and we are driven by our five values. We are determined. We are connected to our consumers and to each other. We are inclusive. We are expressive and Fun. And most of all, we are a family.
Vans is a subsidiary of VF, the world’s largest apparel and footwear company comprised of over 30 brands. We are the leading drivers of retail as our global footwear, apparel and accessory brand is available in 170 countries worldwide. As we continue to expand, we take great measures in developing and growing our people.
Vans is founded on a culture of learning. We take great pride in our ability to facilitate learning opportunities by providing the resources and tools necessary to support each individual’s pursuit of growth to achieve future goals. In order to prioritize career growth within our company, Vans offers courses on topics such as leadership, communication, collaboration and technical skills to ensure our employees are self-motivated and developing to the pace of our rapidly growing business.
By joining the Vans family, you will be immersed into an environment of incredibly supportive and collaborative people. We work very hard across a multitude of large initiatives to bring the Van Doren spirit to life. We live for what we do.
Footwear Designer Visualization 3D: Become the Newest Member of the Vans Family
This role will be responsible for generating forward thinking footwear and apparel concepts, high quality 3D models, and will help lead adoption of new and cutting-edge visualization tools and design methods. This role will work closely with internal innovation teams as well as external vendors and co-creators to visualize future concepts and to create impactful representations of seasonal designs.
How You Will Make a Difference:
Years of Related Professional Experience: 4+ 3D Design Experience
Educational/ Position Requirements:
$82,080.00 USD - $102,600.00 USD annually
Incentive Potential: This position is eligible for additional compensation awards that may include an annual incentive plan, sales incentive, or commission potential. Specific details of the additional compensation eligibility for this position will be provided during the recruiting and interview process.
Benefits at VF Corporation: You can review a general overview of each benefit program offered, including this year's medical plan rates on www.MyVFbenefits.com and by clicking Looking to Join VF? Detailed information on your benefits will be provided during the hiring process.
Please note, our hiring ranges are determined and built from market pay data. In determining the specific compensation for this position, we comply with all local, state, and federal laws.
At VF, we value a diverse, inclusive workforce and we provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. All qualified applicants for employment will be considered without regard to an individual’s race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, family care status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws. If you are unable to submit your application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at [email protected]. VF will reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities to the extent required by applicable law.
Pursuant to all applicable local Fair Chance Ordinance requirements, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, VF will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Hiring Manager: Virtualization Design Manager
______________________________________________________________________________
Vans: Be a Part of the Original
“It was never about waving the brand like a flag, it was always about the people” – Paul Van Doren
Vans is the original action sports footwear company rooted in authenticity and creativity. Founded in 1966, Vans has thrived on a legacy of impacting our greater community through Vans’ four pillars: action sports, music, art and street culture. We are constantly inspired by the expressive creators within our company and community as they bring new and innovative perspectives to help shape and transform the future of our business.
At Vans our culture sets us apart and it influences everything we do. Everything we do supports creativity and we are driven by our five values. We are determined. We are connected to our consumers and to each other. We are inclusive. We are expressive and Fun. And most of all, we are a family.
Vans is a subsidiary of VF, the world’s largest apparel and footwear company comprised of over 30 brands. We are the leading drivers of retail as our global footwear, apparel and accessory brand is available in 170 countries worldwide. As we continue to expand, we take great measures in developing and growing our people.
Vans is founded on a culture of learning. We take great pride in our ability to facilitate learning opportunities by providing the resources and tools necessary to support each individual’s pursuit of growth to achieve future goals. In order to prioritize career growth within our company, Vans offers courses on topics such as leadership, communication, collaboration and technical skills to ensure our employees are self-motivated and developing to the pace of our rapidly growing business.
By joining the Vans family, you will be immersed into an environment of incredibly supportive and collaborative people. We work very hard across a multitude of large initiatives to bring the Van Doren spirit to life. We live for what we do.
Footwear Designer Visualization 3D: Become the Newest Member of the Vans Family
This role will be responsible for generating forward thinking footwear and apparel concepts, high quality 3D models, and will help lead adoption of new and cutting-edge visualization tools and design methods. This role will work closely with internal innovation teams as well as external vendors and co-creators to visualize future concepts and to create impactful representations of seasonal designs.
How You Will Make a Difference:
- Leverage GenAI, Adobe, and CAD to generate innovative and advanced footwear concepts based on new technology developments
- Collaborate with 3D modelers to generate high quality visuals/presentations from 3D assets for various departments
- Assist product teams in various categories with incorporating 3D tools in their design process
- Research new technologies, materials and applications to share with the product teams
Years of Related Professional Experience: 4+ 3D Design Experience
Educational/ Position Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or equivalent education from a in the Industrial Design discipline, Computer Science and/or Mechanical Engineering or related experience at a technical school focused on digital arts
- Required texturing/rendering software experience: (i.e. Rhino, Unreal, etc)
- Preferred software experience: GenAI (MidJourney, ChatGPT, Veo2/3, Vizcom, and other AI tools), CAD/Render (Rhino, Maya, Blender, Unreal, etc.)
- High level of Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Premiere or similar programs
- While this will focus on footwear , digital apparel experience is a plus (Browzwear)
- Proficient with business computer software (i.e. Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint; Apple Keynote)
- Experience with and footwear design cycles and go-to-market timing
- Experience in developing advanced concepts
- Experience working in Spacial Computing with Mixed/Augmented Reality and/or Virtual Reality a plus
- Experience with whiteboarding tools such as Figjam, Miro, etc.
- Experience prototyping new design tools and technologies
- Experience with 3D printing files and outputs a plus
- Must be capable of working within a team environment
- Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with other design, development and merchandise staff, employees and the public
- Ability to work independently with limited direction
- Ability to manage multiple projects during the product creation cycle
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Excellent problem solving skills
- Ability to read, analyze and interpret product design briefs
- Professional presentation skills
- May have to work with hazardous materials (Designer should take precautions when using these materials to eliminate any health risks)
- Bend, lift, open and move product and related office items varying in weight from 1 to 60lbs, depending on need
- Periodic travel required (approx. 10-20%), including air travel
$82,080.00 USD - $102,600.00 USD annually
Incentive Potential: This position is eligible for additional compensation awards that may include an annual incentive plan, sales incentive, or commission potential. Specific details of the additional compensation eligibility for this position will be provided during the recruiting and interview process.
Benefits at VF Corporation: You can review a general overview of each benefit program offered, including this year's medical plan rates on www.MyVFbenefits.com and by clicking Looking to Join VF? Detailed information on your benefits will be provided during the hiring process.
Please note, our hiring ranges are determined and built from market pay data. In determining the specific compensation for this position, we comply with all local, state, and federal laws.
At VF, we value a diverse, inclusive workforce and we provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. All qualified applicants for employment will be considered without regard to an individual’s race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, family care status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws. If you are unable to submit your application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at [email protected]. VF will reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities to the extent required by applicable law.
Pursuant to all applicable local Fair Chance Ordinance requirements, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, VF will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
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