<div style="border:none;border-bottom:solid windowtext 1.0pt;padding:0.0cm 0.0cm 1.0pt 0.0cm"> Design Director –Graphic Design COE </div> Purpose & Overall Relevance for the Organization The Graphic Design Director is responsible for leading and driving the creative vision, graphic language, and visual storytelling across multiple product categories and consumer touchpoints. This role shapes and elevates the brand's graphic design direction for the Greater China market while ensuring alignment with global brand strategies and creative standards. The position leads a Centre of Excellence (COE) team of graphic designers, fosters innovation, builds a high-performance creative culture, and partners closely with Product Design, Color & Materials, Marketing, Brand Communications, Product Management, and Development teams to deliver industry-leading consumer experiences. Key Responsibilities Creative Leadership <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0cm;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Define and drive the seasonal graphic design vision and strategy across assigned categories and concepts.</li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Translate consumer insights, cultural trends, and brand priorities into compelling graphic narratives.</li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Establish a strong and distinctive visual language that enhances brand desirability and commercial success.</li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Ensure creative excellence and consistency across all products and consumer-facing experiences.</li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Champion innovation in graphic applications, storytelling methods, print techniques, and digital design solutions.</li> </ul> Design Direction & Execution <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0cm;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Oversee the end-to-end graphic design process from concept creation to final product execution.</li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Review and approve creative concepts, artwork, graphics, branding elements, and seasonal collections.</li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Ensure all graphic assets meet brand standards, commercial objectives, and product creation timelines.</li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Drive excellence in typography, illustration, branding systems, patterns, prints, graphics, and visual identity creation.</li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Lead trend forecasting and market research to identify future design opportunities.</li> </ul> Team Leadership & Talent Development <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0cm;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Lead, coach, and develop a team of graphic designers and creative professionals.</li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Build a collaborative, inclusive, and high-performing creative culture.</li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Conduct performance management, career development planning, and succession planning.</li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Foster creativity, curiosity, and innovation through mentoring and continuous learning opportunities.</li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Attract and retain top creative talent.</li> </ul> Cross-Functional Collaboration <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0cm;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Partner closely with Design, Product Management, Development, Marketing, Brand Communications, and Business Units.</li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Collaborate with Global Creative Centers and regional stakeholders to align creative strategies.</li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Present design concepts and seasonal visions to senior leadership and key stakeholders.</li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Facilitate alignment across multiple teams while balancing consumer needs, brand objectives, and business priorities.</li> </ul> Business & Strategic Impact <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0cm;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Contribute to category and organizational growth through strong consumer-relevant creative solutions.</li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Support long-term creative strategies and business initiatives.</li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Drive efficiency and effectiveness within the design organization.</li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Balance creative ambition with commercial viability and operational feasibility.</li> </ul> Key Relationships Internal <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0cm;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Senior Design Director </li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Design Directors and Category Design Leads</li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Product Managers</li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Development Teams (PD&S)</li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Global Graphic teams</li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Business Units (BU)</li> </ul> External <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0cm;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Creative agencies</li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Graphic suppliers and vendors</li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Freelance designers and consultants</li> </ul> Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Design & Creative Expertise <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0cm;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Deep expertise in graphic design, visual communication, typography, illustration, branding, and storytelling.</li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Strong understanding of product graphics, print techniques, material applications, and visual identity systems.</li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Demonstrated ability to translate brand strategy into compelling consumer-facing design solutions.</li> </ul> Leadership <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0cm;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Proven ability to lead and inspire creative teams.</li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Strong coaching, mentoring, and talent-development capabilities.</li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Ability to drive change, influence stakeholders, and foster collaboration.</li> </ul> Strategic Thinking <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0cm;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Strong understanding of consumer trends, market dynamics, and cultural influences.</li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Ability to balance long-term vision with short-term business deliverables.</li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Capability to identify new opportunities for creative innovation and business growth.</li> </ul> Communication & Collaboration <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0cm;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Outstanding presentation, storytelling, and communication skills.</li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Ability to influence senior leadership and cross-functional partners.</li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Proven experience working within a global matrix organization.</li> </ul> Technical Skills <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0cm;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, Ai software).</li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Knowledge of digital design tools and emerging creative technologies.</li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Understanding of AI-assisted creative workflows is an advantage.</li> </ul> Personal Attributes <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0cm;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Passion for design, innovation, and culture.</li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Strong consumer-first mindset.</li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Entrepreneurial spirit and growth mindset.</li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">High degree of adaptability, resilience, and accountability.</li> </ul> Requisite Education and Experience / Minimum Qualifications Education <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0cm;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, Design, Fine Arts, or related field.</li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Master's degree or equivalent design specialization is a plus.</li> </ul> Experience <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0cm;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">10-12+ years of graphic design experience within sportswear, fashion, lifestyle, consumer products, or related industries.</li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Minimum 5 years of leadership experience managing creative teams.</li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Proven track record of delivering commercially successful and consumer-relevant creative products.</li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Experience working in global and cross-functional environments.</li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Strong portfolio demonstrating excellence in graphic design, brand storytelling, and creative leadership.</li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif"> </li> </ul> Preferred <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0cm;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Deep understanding of Greater China consumer trends and cultural insights.</li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Experience leading large-scale seasonal collections and brand initiatives.</li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">International exposure and collaboration with global creative organizations.</li> </ul>

Director, Graphic Design (Shanghai, SH, CN) @ adidas

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