Lead Apparel Color Designer Basketball

Overview

Placement Type:
N/A
Salary:
$42-46.67 Hourly
up to $46.67/hr
Start Date:
Jun 16, 2026
Lead Designer - Basketball Apparel Color (Contract)

Location: Beaverton, OR (Hybrid - 4 days onsite)

Duration: ~6 months (extension possible, not guaranteed)
About the Role

We're looking for a highly creative and detail-oriented Lead Designer, Color to help shape seasonal direction for basketball apparel. In this role, you'll bring color to life through compelling storytelling, trend-driven design, and strong collaboration across product, design, and development teams. This is a hands-on creative role where you'll influence product from concept through execution.
What You'll Do
Develop seasonal color palettes and narratives for basketball apparel collections
Translate consumer insights and cultural trends into impactful design stories
Partner with cross-functional teams to execute design vision from concept to prototype
Create and deliver high-quality presentations to internal stakeholders
Contribute to concept development, schematic reviews, and product refinement
Support multiple projects while maintaining a high level of creativity and precision
What We're Looking For
3-6+ years of experience in color design, apparel design, or related field
Strong portfolio showcasing color theory, storytelling, and product application
Expertise in Adobe Illustrator and proficiency in Photoshop
Experience with tools like CLO 3D, Vizcom, and Miro
Solid understanding of textiles, materials, and apparel construction
Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
Strong communication and collaboration skills
Nice to Have
Experience across both footwear and apparel
Strong presentation skills with experience sharing work to senior stakeholders
Background in sportswear, streetwear, or performance apparel
Passion for basketball and sport culture
Additional Details
Hybrid schedule (4 days onsite weekly)
Collaborative, team-oriented environment (~10-person core team)
Streamlined interview process (typically 2 rounds)
Portfolio required for consideration
Why Apply?

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to high-visibility product and help define the future of basketball apparel through innovative color design and storytelling.
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