Back to jobs
Job Description
Your Impact
Color Storytelling & Strategy
- Develop seasonal color narratives rooted in brand direction, athlete insights, culture, and trend research.
- Build cohesive color palettes that amplify product intent and clearly communicate story, mood, and performance goals.
- Translate high-level strategy into actionable color application across footwear lines.
Design Execution
- Apply color to footwear models with a balance of creativity, technical accuracy, and brand alignment.
- Own color CADs, material callouts, and final color tech packs with precision and consistency.
- Ensure designs meet functional requirements for performance-driven products, including durability, visibility, and material behavior.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Partner closely with Footwear Design, Product Line Management, Color Materials, Engineering, and Development teams to drive alignment from concept through production.
- Present color concepts and strategies clearly and persuasively to stakeholders at all levels.
- Maintain strong vendor and material partner communication to ensure color accuracy and feasibility.
Trend, Culture & Market Awareness
- Stay connected to sport culture, fashion, art, and global color trends, translating insights into innovative solutions.
- Monitor competitor landscape and emerging palettes to help position the brand at the forefront of the industry.
Operational Excellence
- Manage timelines and deliverables across multiple projects with strong organizational skills.
- Champion color integrity through all phases of development, including sample reviews, lab dips, and production rounds.
- Leverage digital tools, libraries, and color management systems to maintain standards and efficiency.