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Senior Designer roles in the U.S. qualify for E-3 visa sponsorship when the position requires a bachelor's degree in design, visual communication, or a related field. The E-3 has no lottery and no annual cap, so Australian designers can apply as soon as they have a job offer and a certified Labor Condition Application from their employer.
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As a Senior Designer, Kids Shoes for Elevated & Private Brands at Walmart, you will help shape the creative vision and execution of our premium private brand footwear collections. Reporting to the Design Director, you will lead the end-to-end design process—from concept through production—delivering trend-forward, elevated product that strengthens brand storytelling and resonates with discerning customers.
- Serve as the category expert for elevated kids footwear, bringing a refined, trend-driven point of view to a fast-paced retail environment.
- Lead the creative direction for kids shoes, including silhouette development, materials, color, print/graphics, key items, and elevated construction/techniques across private brands.
- Partner with Design leadership to translate seasonal concepts into brand-right, commercially compelling product lines from initial vision through final execution.
- Communicate design intent through digital mood boards, inspiration walls, development decks, and line presentations.
- Build and execute seasonal color palettes and material/fabric stories aligned to elevated brand positioning.
- Manage a multi-season calendar with overlapping deadlines; ensure on-time delivery of design milestones, samples, and final approvals.
- Design product aligned to line plans, sales goals, margin targets, and market trends, while maintaining elevated brand standards.
- Deliver industry-leading styles that balance aesthetics, comfort, function, durability, and value for kids.
- Collaborate daily with cross-functional partners including Merchandising, Product Development, Sourcing, and Quality.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with domestic and international suppliers, with emphasis on premium materials and craftsmanship.
- Lead vendor communication: set clear expectations, drive follow-ups, and resolve issues to meet business objectives.
- Lead and support co-create and product review processes, balancing design intent, cost, and manufacturability.
- Champion sustainability through material innovation, 3D design exploration, and thoughtful sample management.
- Work with autonomy and resourcefulness; mentor junior designers and contribute to a culture of creativity and excellence.
What You’ll Bring
- Proven experience designing fashion footwear (kids footwear experience strongly preferred), with a portfolio demonstrating elevated taste level and strong storytelling.
- Strong understanding of trend, color, materials, and construction; ability to translate insights into commercially successful product.
- Excellent organization, attention to detail, and communication skills across all phases of the design process.
- Ability to influence cross-functional partners and manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.
- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (especially Illustrator); experience with AI tools, Miro, and 3D design tools is a plus.
Benefits & Perks:
Beyond competitive pay, you can receive incentive awards for your performance. Other great perks include 401(k) match, stock purchase plan, paid maternity and parental leave, PTO, multiple health plans, and much more.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Walmart, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer By Choice. We believe we are best equipped to help our associates, customers, and the communities we serve live better when we really know them. That means understanding, respecting, and valuing unique styles, experiences, identities, ideas and opinions while being welcoming of all people.
Who We Are
Join Walmart and your work could help over 275 million global customers live better every week. Yes, we are the Fortune #1 company. But you'll quickly find we're a company who wants you to feel comfortable bringing your whole self to work. A career at Walmart is where the world's most complex challenges meet a kinder way of life. Our mission spreads far beyond the walls of our stores. Join us and you'll discover why we are a world leader in a culture of belonging, sustainability, and community involvement. From day one, you'll be empowered and equipped to do the best work of your life.
The annual salary range for this position is $132,000.00 - $264,000.00. Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses. Additional compensation for certain positions may also include stock.
Minimum Qualifications
- Option 1: Bachelor’s degree in fashion design, textile design, or related area and 3 years’ experience in apparel design, garment construction, or related area.
- Option 2: 5 years’ experience in apparel design, garment construction, or related area.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience leading design direction for a category or brand.
- Mentoring junior designers and collaborating with sourcing and production teams.
Primary Location
45 W 25Th St, New York, NY 10010, United States of America
Walmart and its subsidiaries are committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace and has a no tolerance policy regarding the use of illegal drugs and alcohol on the job. This policy applies to all employees and aims to create a safe and productive work environment.
Position Summary
As a Senior Designer, Kids Shoes for Elevated & Private Brands at Walmart, you will help shape the creative vision and execution of our premium private brand footwear collections. Reporting to the Design Director, you will lead the end-to-end design process—from concept through production—delivering trend-forward, elevated product that strengthens brand storytelling and resonates with discerning customers.
- Serve as the category expert for elevated kids footwear, bringing a refined, trend-driven point of view to a fast-paced retail environment.
- Lead the creative direction for kids shoes, including silhouette development, materials, color, print/graphics, key items, and elevated construction/techniques across private brands.
- Partner with Design leadership to translate seasonal concepts into brand-right, commercially compelling product lines from initial vision through final execution.
- Communicate design intent through digital mood boards, inspiration walls, development decks, and line presentations.
- Build and execute seasonal color palettes and material/fabric stories aligned to elevated brand positioning.
- Manage a multi-season calendar with overlapping deadlines; ensure on-time delivery of design milestones, samples, and final approvals.
- Design product aligned to line plans, sales goals, margin targets, and market trends, while maintaining elevated brand standards.
- Deliver industry-leading styles that balance aesthetics, comfort, function, durability, and value for kids.
- Collaborate daily with cross-functional partners including Merchandising, Product Development, Sourcing, and Quality.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with domestic and international suppliers, with emphasis on premium materials and craftsmanship.
- Lead vendor communication: set clear expectations, drive follow-ups, and resolve issues to meet business objectives.
- Lead and support co-create and product review processes, balancing design intent, cost, and manufacturability.
- Champion sustainability through material innovation, 3D design exploration, and thoughtful sample management.
- Work with autonomy and resourcefulness; mentor junior designers and contribute to a culture of creativity and excellence.
What You’ll Bring
- Proven experience designing fashion footwear (kids footwear experience strongly preferred), with a portfolio demonstrating elevated taste level and strong storytelling.
- Strong understanding of trend, color, materials, and construction; ability to translate insights into commercially successful product.
- Excellent organization, attention to detail, and communication skills across all phases of the design process.
- Ability to influence cross-functional partners and manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.
- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (especially Illustrator); experience with AI tools, Miro, and 3D design tools is a plus.
Benefits & Perks:
Beyond competitive pay, you can receive incentive awards for your performance. Other great perks include 401(k) match, stock purchase plan, paid maternity and parental leave, PTO, multiple health plans, and much more.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Walmart, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer By Choice. We believe we are best equipped to help our associates, customers, and the communities we serve live better when we really know them. That means understanding, respecting, and valuing unique styles, experiences, identities, ideas and opinions while being welcoming of all people.
Who We Are
Join Walmart and your work could help over 275 million global customers live better every week. Yes, we are the Fortune #1 company. But you'll quickly find we're a company who wants you to feel comfortable bringing your whole self to work. A career at Walmart is where the world's most complex challenges meet a kinder way of life. Our mission spreads far beyond the walls of our stores. Join us and you'll discover why we are a world leader in a culture of belonging, sustainability, and community involvement. From day one, you'll be empowered and equipped to do the best work of your life.
The annual salary range for this position is $132,000.00 - $264,000.00. Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses. Additional compensation for certain positions may also include stock.
Minimum Qualifications
- Option 1: Bachelor’s degree in fashion design, textile design, or related area and 3 years’ experience in apparel design, garment construction, or related area.
- Option 2: 5 years’ experience in apparel design, garment construction, or related area.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience leading design direction for a category or brand.
- Mentoring junior designers and collaborating with sourcing and production teams.
Primary Location
45 W 25Th St, New York, NY 10010, United States of America
Walmart and its subsidiaries are committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace and has a no tolerance policy regarding the use of illegal drugs and alcohol on the job. This policy applies to all employees and aims to create a safe and productive work environment.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding E-3 Visa Sponsorship as a Senior Designer
Frame your portfolio for U.S. specialty occupation standards
U.S. employers must show your role requires a specific degree to secure E-3 approval. Structure your portfolio to highlight projects where your design degree was the direct qualification, not just a preference listed in the job posting.
Search for employers with active LCA filing history
Employers who have previously filed Labor Condition Applications for design roles already understand the E-3 process. Targeting those companies shortens the time between offer and approval because the sponsorship workflow isn't new to their HR team.
Clarify the degree-to-role match before accepting an offer
If your Australian bachelor's degree is in a field adjacent to the posted role, ask the hiring manager to confirm the job description specifies your degree field as required. A mismatch at the LCA stage can delay your start date by weeks.
Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to manage LCA timing
DOL must certify your LCA before you can attend your consulate interview. Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service handles the LCA submission, tracks certification, and prepares your consulate paperwork so nothing stalls between your offer acceptance and your interview date.
Prepare an equivalency letter for three-year Australian degrees
Australian bachelor's degrees are typically three years. Consular officers sometimes question equivalency with U.S. four-year degrees. A credential evaluation letter from a USCIS-recognized evaluation service addresses this before your interview, not during it.
Confirm your employer understands E-3 renewal obligations
The E-3 is granted in two-year increments, and each renewal requires a new LCA filing. Before signing your offer, confirm your employer is willing to support renewals so you aren't renegotiating sponsorship every two years.
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Find Senior Designer JobsSenior Designer E-3 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Senior Designer jobs that offer E-3 visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate lets you search Senior Designer roles filtered specifically for E-3 visa sponsorship, so you're only seeing employers already open to the process. Most general job boards don't filter by visa type, which means you'll spend significant time disqualifying roles that won't sponsor. Starting your search on Migrate Mate removes that friction entirely.
How much does it cost to get an E-3 visa?
Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service covers the entire process for $499, including the Labor Condition Application, visa document preparation, and consulate appointment guidance. Traditional immigration lawyers charge $2,000–$5,000+ for the same work. The E-3 has less paperwork than most work visas, so paying thousands for legal help is usually unnecessary.
Does a Senior Designer role qualify as a specialty occupation for the E-3?
Yes, provided the job description requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific field such as graphic design, visual communication, industrial design, or a closely related discipline. Roles that list a degree as preferred rather than required can create problems at the LCA stage. Request a copy of the job description before your offer is finalized and verify the degree requirement is stated explicitly.
How does the E-3 compare to the H-1B for Senior Designer roles?
The E-3 has no lottery and no annual cap, so you can apply the moment you have a job offer and a certified LCA. H-1B requires entering a lottery in March for an October start date, with no guarantee of selection. For Senior Designers, the E-3 is almost always the faster and more reliable path, assuming you hold Australian citizenship.
Can I change employers while on an E-3 as a Senior Designer?
Yes, but each new employer must file a fresh LCA with the DOL and you'll need a new E-3 visa stamp if you travel internationally after the change. You can start working for the new employer as soon as the new LCA is certified and, if you're already in the U.S., once your status is updated. Plan for at least two to four weeks between offer acceptance and your new start date to allow for DOL processing.
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