Junior Footwear Designer

Company Description echos above is a premium footwear label rooted in nostalgia, vintage sport, and the early internet culture many people grew up with. The brand was born from a passion for sneakers and the impact that distinctive shoes can have on personal style and identity. echos above creates designs that exist at the intersection of memory, sport, and digital culture, aiming to capture the emotion behind truly great footwear. The company focuses on storytelling through shoes and appeals to creative individuals and dreamers who dare to express themselves boldly.

What you’ll be doing

• Assist in designing new footwear silhouettes, colourways and seasonal collections
• Research trends, references, materials, colours and footwear culture
• Develop moodboards, design concepts and colour stories
• Create technical sketches, design sheets and detailed footwear specifications
• Work closely with our production and manufacturing teams to develop samples
• Review samples, identify design and construction improvements, and iterate
• Assist with material, trim, outsole and component development
• Stay closely involved through the sampling and product development process
• Help build a consistent visual and design language across future echos above collections

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess strong Technical Drawing skills and the ability to translate concepts into clear footwear sketches.
• Candidates should possess Product Design and Industrial Design skills that support functional, stylish, and manufacturable footwear concepts.
• Candidates should possess skills in creating Mood Boards and visual concept presentations that capture brand stories and design direction.
• Candidates should possess Product Development skills, including working with prototypes, materials, and fit feedback to refine designs.
• Relevant qualifications include a diploma or degree in Footwear Design, Industrial Design, Fashion Design, or a related field.
• Beneficial skills include familiarity with design software (e.g., Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, CAD tools), basic understanding of materials and manufacturing processes, and strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work on-site in Chennai, collaborate within a team, and communicate design ideas clearly in a fast-paced, creative environment.
• Candidates based in Chennai are preferred; however, we’re open to applications from candidates outside Chennai as well.

To apply: Please attach your portfolio along with your CV, either directly to your application/profile or as a separate portfolio link. Alternatively, you can send your CV and portfolio to

mahipradeep@echosabove.com with the subject line

Junior Footwear Designer .