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.

Adobe Creative Suite Proficiency:

Utilize

Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, and Keynote

to present color concepts.

Adaptability & 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.

Application 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.

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