Footwear Color Designer

Duration:

3-Month Assignment (Possible Extension/Conversion)
Work Schedule:

4:1 Hybrid (Onsite M-Th, WFH Friday)

Job Overview:

We are seeking a

Footwear Color Designer

to help shape the future of footwear through

innovative color storytelling, trend-driven narratives, and product excellence . The ideal candidate will combine

creative vision, technical expertise in color application, and a deep understanding of consumer trends

to elevate footwear designs.
This role requires a

strategic thinker with strong collaboration skills , capable of balancing

business-driven color strategies with bold, distinctive storytelling . You will work closely with

Design Directors, developers, and manufacturing partners

to ensure color execution meets high standards.
Portfolio Required:

Must submit a creative design portfolio (PDF or website link) to be considered.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop & Execute Color Strategies

- Create compelling

blocking strategies, color journeys, and palettes

that align with category direction.
Trend & Consumer Insight Integration

- Stay ahead of

color trends in fashion, art, sports, and design

to inform product storytelling.
Cross-Functional Collaboration

- Partner with

Design, Development, and Manufacturing

to ensure color accuracy and achievability.
Technical Color Expertise

- Demonstrate strong knowledge of

dyes, finishes, materials, and color technology

to achieve desired effects.
Sample Review & Troubleshooting

- Evaluate prototypes, identify

color achievability issues , and communicate adjustments efficiently.
dobe Creative Suite Proficiency

- Utilize

Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, and Keynote

to present color concepts.
daptability & Speed

- Thrive in a fast-paced environment, handling

last-minute changes and ambiguity

while maintaining product excellence.

Qualifications & Experience Required:

Bachelor's degree in Design

(or equivalent experience).
3-5+ years in Footwear/Apparel Color Design

(or related field: textiles, materials, trend forecasting).
Strong portfolio

showcasing

color storytelling, palette development, and footwear/apparel applications .
Expertise in Adobe Creative Suite

(Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign) &

Keynote (Mac) .
Understanding of color technology

(dyes, finishes, material interactions).
Hybrid Availability

- Must work

onsite at Company WHQ (Mon-Thurs), remote Fridays .
Preferred Qualifications & Experience:

Experience with

leading sport/lifestyle brands

(e.g., Adidas, Under Armour, Reebok, Hoka, On, Lululemon, etc.).
Knowledge of

Footwear Product Creation process .

Why Join?

Impactful Work:

Shape the future of

footwear color design

with global influence.
Dynamic Team:

Collaborate with

top-tier designers & innovators

in sportswear.
Growth Potential:

Possible

extension or FTE conversion

based on performance.

pplication Requirements:

Resume + Portfolio (PDF or Website Link)

- Required for consideration.
Brief Summary

- Highlight relevant experience in

footwear color, trend analysis, and cross-functional collaboration.
Note:

This is

not a leave coverage role -the team has a

shift in workload

requiring immediate support.