About the role
Who We Are:
At Brooks, we believe movement is the key to feeling more alive. That’s why we’re driven to create gear and experiences that take people to the place that makes them feel more alive — whether it’s a headspace, a feeling, or a finish line.
Everyone who works at Brooks is propelled by a company culture that sparks excitement, fuels collaboration, inspires creativity, and ignites innovation.
Our brand values help bond us together and drive our success:
- Runner First
- We act in the best interest of the runner
- Word is Bond
- We do what we say we’ll do
- Champion Heart
- We give our all in everything we do
- There is no “I” in Run
- We stay generous with our humanity
- Keep Moving
- We find ways to move every day, because joy is kinetic!
We welcome everyone from every walk of life looking to inspire others through the power of movement - because we’re all moving towards something. Let’s run there.
Your Job:
As the Apparel Innovation Designer, Advanced at Brooks, you will play an important role creating innovative apparel by applying athlete insights and contributing to world class design solutions that advance the Apparel line. You will support bridging the gap between long-term developments and quick-to-market products by partnering globally with factories, athletes, and the inline team to develop and inform advanced design concepts. Using your knowledge, you will create advanced concepts, materials, and construction techniques that enhance performance and comfort for runners, with a strong emphasis on feasibility and readiness for commercialization. Your work will culminate in a structured handoff to the in-season design team, ensuring a smooth transition from concept to production. You will play a key role in the in-depth exploration of apparel design that enhance performance and comfort for the run, contributing insights and independent analysis to inform future development.
Aplyr's read
Brooks Running is a dedicated player in the sports apparel industry, attracting talent passionate about innovation and the running community.
What's promising
- •Brooks Running focuses exclusively on running, allowing for specialized product innovation.
- •The company has a strong commitment to sustainability and eco-friendly practices.
- •Brooks Running's emphasis on research and development fosters cutting-edge footwear technology.
What to watch
- •Brooks Running faces intense competition from larger sportswear brands.
- •Limited public information about the company's financial performance.
- •Dependency on the running market may limit diversification opportunities.
Why Brooks Running
- •Brooks Running is renowned for its runner-centric approach and community engagement.
- •The company's Run Signature program personalizes shoe recommendations based on individual biomechanics.
- •Brooks Running's BlueLine Lab focuses on pioneering new technologies in running footwear.
Aplyr’s read is generated by AI from public sources. Was it useful?
About Brooks Running
Brooks Running is a company specializing in running shoes, apparel, and accessories, dedicated to providing high-quality products for runners of all levels.
