Position Overview & Specifications
*Please attach a portfolio of your work*
Dr. Martens is a globally recognisable and culturally influential British brand, with over 60 years of rich heritage. As brand custodians, we are lucky to work for a dynamic, thriving, and ethical business, with people from diverse backgrounds, who bring their true selves to work, and where anyone can grow their career.
We are guided by three core values that are at the heart of everything we do: be yourself, act courageously, and show you care. They make us who we are and inspire us to push boundaries, embrace our individuality, and stand up for what’s right.
SO, WHAT’S THE STORY?
Our Design team is growing and we’re looking for a Footwear Designer to bring a fresh perspective and deliver narrative based product design for our Made in England and Collaboration categories.
THE GIG
As our Footwear Designer you’ll be responsible for:
- Creating innovative designs across Made in England, Archive and Collaborations
- Inspiring and exciting with commercial concepts that align with Dr. Martens design principles.
- Create on trend image, material and colour presentations for seasonal product reviews, meetings and presentations
- Travel for market insights and inspiration and communicate these insights back to the brand.
- Work closely with the development team to create prototypes
- Create product presentations from concept to final review.
- Work independently and ensure that all deadlines are met and key gates hit.
THE STUFF THAT SETS YOU APART
Put simply, for this role the key things we’re looking for are:
- Footwear design experience with a portfolio to demonstrate this
- Strong knowledge of international retail, consumer and product trends.
- Ideally experience of working with external partner
- Understanding of critical path, key dates and deadlines
- Good understanding of footwear constructions and processes
WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?
- Hybrid working
- Welcome to the family free pair of Docs
- 65% off all Docs
- Award-winning ‘Buy As You Earn’ Dr. Martens share plan
- Private healthcare
- A dedicated culture team
- 2 paid volunteer days per year
- Amazing Camden based offices with roof terrace overlooking the canal
Are you ready to fill your boots? Apply now.
At Dr. Martens, we are committed to creating an environment in which we can all be our best and bring our authentic selves to work. We encourage applications, regardless of race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, age, veteran status, or disability. Diverse and inclusive teams have a positive impact on our brand; helping us to speak authentically to our consumers.
We strive to develop a business where our people can thrive and feel empowered to express themselves. Because we believe everyone should feel supported and included whatever their role in the Dr. Martens community.