Job Title: Freelance Shoe Designer

Company: Avant Shoes
Location: Remote (with potential for in-person collaboration)
Job Type: Freelance/Contract
Compensation: Competitive, based on experience

About Us:
Avant Shoes is a Black-owned, eco-conscious startup, focused on creating stylish and comfortable footwear for plus-size women aged 18-34. Our first line of shoes is centered around sustainability, with all products made entirely from recycled materials. We are an online-based store aiming to launch our first collection by September 2025.

Position Overview:
We are seeking a creative and innovative freelance shoe designer to help develop our debut line of sustainable footwear. As a key contributor, you will play a pivotal role in translating our vision into a stylish, comfortable, and eco-friendly product for plus-size women. This is a unique opportunity to work with a growing brand and contribute to sustainable fashion.

Key Responsibilities:

Collaborate with the Avant Shoes team to design a range of plus-size women’s shoes that align with our brand’s focus on sustainability and style.
Create designs that incorporate recycled materials and eco-friendly production methods.
Develop prototypes and samples that meet both aesthetic and functional requirements.
Stay up-to-date with footwear design trends, materials, and sustainable practices to ensure innovative designs.
Work closely with manufacturers to ensure the design specifications are met during the production phase.
Provide technical drawings and specifications for production teams.

Qualifications:

Proven experience as a shoe designer, with a portfolio showcasing innovative and stylish footwear designs.
Strong understanding of sustainable design practices and materials, particularly recycled materials.
Experience designing for plus-size women or a strong understanding of inclusive fashion.
Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate with a team.
Proficiency in design software (e.g., Adobe Illustrator, CAD software).
Ability to develop prototypes and work closely with manufacturers.
Passion for eco-friendly fashion and commitment to Avant Shoes’ mission of sustainability.

Application Process:
Please submit your resume, portfolio, and a brief cover letter explaining your experience with sustainable design and your approach to designing for plus-size women. We are excited to see how you can contribute to our journey of creating eco-conscious footwear.

This job description highlights Avant Shoes’ core values and objectives, ensuring you attract designers aligned with your brand vision.

Not SureHourly
1-3 monthsDuration
IntermediateExperience Level
Project Type: One-time project

Skills and Expertise3D DesignFashion DesignGraphic DesignAdobe IllustratorAdobe PhotoshopDesign & Usability ResearchPreferred qualifications

Location:Eastern Time Zone, New York

Job Types: Contract, Temporary, Internship

Pay: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20 per week

Benefits:

401(k)
Health insurance
Paid time off

Schedule:

Choose your own hours

Experience:

Shoe design: 3 years (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

Bronx, NY 10475 (Required)

Willingness to travel:

50% (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Bronx, NY 10475

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