Lead Color Designer in Beaverton, Oregon - #72041 | VanderHouwen

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Job Id: 72041

Lead Color Designer
Our client is seeking a highly creative and strategic Lead Color Designer to drive seasonal color direction across a dynamic sportswear footwear portfolio. This individual will bring a strong balance of artistic vision and product-focused execution, partnering cross-functionally to translate consumer insights and trends into compelling color stories. The ideal candidate is a collaborative self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about bringing concepts to life from ideation through production.

This role is a hybrid model in Beaverton, Oregon.

Lead Color Designer Responsibilities

• Lead the development of seasonal color strategies and narratives across men’s and women’s footwear product lines.
• Translate consumer insights, trend research, and brand direction into cohesive and commercially relevant color palettes.
• Collaborate closely with design, product management, development, and other creative partners to execute end-to-end color concepts.
• Apply color theory and material knowledge to both soft and hard goods, ensuring alignment with product intent and construction.
• Create and present compelling visual materials that communicate design vision and storytelling to internal stakeholders.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure consistency across product categories and head-to-toe design alignment.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, delivering high-quality work within tight timelines.

Lead Color Designer Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in color design or a related field, preferably within footwear, apparel, or consumer products.
• Strong expertise in Adobe Creative Suite, particularly Illustrator, with the ability to create polished design presentations.
• Deep understanding of color theory, harmony, and application within physical product design.
• Experience working with real, tangible products and applying color across a variety of materials and constructions.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively within cross-functional teams and communicate design intent clearly.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Bachelor’s degree in design or a related field preferred, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience with 3D or AI-driven visualization tools such as Vizcom is a plus.
• Passion for sportswear, footwear, or related industries, with an understanding of current and emerging trends.

Compensation: Up to $46.67/hr. (DOE)

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