Umbro – Football Kit & Teamwear Design
I worked full-time at Umbro’s Manchester HQ as a Performance Activewear and Sportswear Designer, specialising in football kits, training apparel, and teamwear. My role covered concept creation, technical development, and SMU ranges for professional clubs and retail markets. I designed for elite-level clubs including Everton, West Ham, PSV Eindhoven, Blackburn Rovers, Derby County, Hull City, and Racing Club de Lens, supporting both men’s and youth apparel launches.
Services Provided
- Trend forecasting and seasonal research for sportswear and football kit design
- 2D CAD development and technical garment artworks
- Professional football kit design for clubs across the UK and Europe
- Training apparel and teamwear design for on-pitch performance
- Technical packs, BOMs, and spec sheets for manufacturers
- Retail-specific SMU and inline activewear collections
Key Design Projects
- Designed football kits and teamwear for Everton, West Ham, PSV, Blackburn Rovers, Derby County, Hull City, and Racing Club de Lens
- Created youthwear, futsal kits, training jackets, and branded fanwear
- Developed SMU collections for specific retailers and international markets
- Maintained tech packs and CAD libraries across multiple categories
Manufacturing & Brand Delivery
I collaborated with product developers and suppliers to ensure all football kits and sportswear met Umbro’s high-performance standards. This included fit reviews, lab dip approvals, material testing, and print execution, ensuring smooth handover from concept to production-ready tech packs.
Impact & Brand Reach
Umbro’s football collections needed to perform at the highest level while appealing commercially to global audiences. My work supported both stadium and retail success, blending technical sportswear innovation with storytelling and design, strengthening Umbro’s legacy as a leading football and activewear brand.
See more design projects on the Portfolio page or learn how I support fashion brands from design to manufacturing here.
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