Footwear Color Designer

Overview

We are looking for a Footwear Color Designer for our global company. This will be a 3-month hybrid engagement based in Beaverton, OR ,and is scheduled to start middle of July.  You’ll be the driving force behind trend-relevant, narrative-driven color concepts, specializing in product and collection-level color design. You’ll achieve product excellence by seamlessly connecting design, development, and manufacturing. Your deep understanding of consumer trends, fashion, art, design, and sports-related products will place you at the forefront of color innovation.

Responsibilities:

• Develop trend-forward color palettes and color stories that resonate with consumers and drive business.
• Collaborate with designers and Design Directors to create color palettes and ensure cohesive color flow across product categories.
• Oversee product development, coordinating with cross-functional partners to ensure accurate execution of color designs.
• Leverage your expertise in color technology, materials, dyes, and finishes to achieve desired color effects.
• Provide color design support to the broader design team, extending your influence beyond assigned projects.
• Meticulously review samples, troubleshoot achievability issues, and communicate changes effectively to ensure timely project completion.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in design or equivalent education, experience, or training.
• 3-5 years of experience in a design environment focused on footwear color, materials, textiles, and/or color trends.
• Proven ability to develop blocking strategies and compelling color journeys.
• Strong understanding of color technology and its application in achieving desired effects.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• High proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop) and Keynote on a Mac Platform.

The target hiring compensation range for this role is $42.00 to $46.00 an hour. Compensation is based on several factors, including, but not limited to education, relevant work experience, relevant certifications, and location.

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