Shoe Designer
くつデザイナー
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Professional Occupations in Legal, Business, Cultural and Artistic Fields
- Middle : Designers
- Minor : Other Designers
Summary
A professional who designs shoes, plans, and develops footwear that balances functionality and beauty.
Description
Shoe designers plan and design shoes that combine fashionability, comfort, and functionality. They conduct market and trend research to develop concepts. They design shapes and structures using hand-drawn sketches, patterns, and CAD-based 3D modeling. They are deeply involved in material and color selection, create prototypes (samples), and conduct fitting and durability tests. They collaborate with manufacturing departments and partner factories to finalize mass-production specifications. They must optimize designs by reflecting brand or customer requirements while considering costs and production processes.
Future Outlook
Due to the diversification of the fashion market and increasing demand for functional shoes, the demand for designers who can provide unique and comfortable designs is expected to remain stable. Those who can adapt to trends in sustainable materials and digital technologies will have even higher value.
Personality Traits
Curious and inquisitive / Excellent aesthetic sense / Excellent communication skills / Meticulous
Work Style
Brand In-House / Freelance / OEM/ODM Company Employment / Own Brand Operation
Career Path
Assistant Designer → Shoe Designer → Senior Designer → Design Director → Creative Director
Required Skills
CAD (2D/3D Modeling) / Fashion Trend Analysis / Hand-drawn Sketching / Leather Material Knowledge / Pattern Making
Recommended Skills
3D Printing / Color Coordination / English (International Expansion) / Prototype Production
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because the quality of details such as stitching and finishing affects product value. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Because new design concepts and ideas directly lead to results. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | To adapt to changes in materials and manufacturing technologies. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Advanced mathematical processing is minimal, and intuition and experience are emphasized. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Mainly desk or workbench handwork, with little heavy labor. |
Aliases
- Footwear Designer
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