Apparel Color Designer [AQ-18736]

About the Role

Step into a pivotal role where your expertise in color will shape the aesthetic and emotional connection consumers have with groundbreaking apparel collections. This is more than a design position; it’s a chance to be a trendsetter, a storyteller, and a strategic partner in bringing innovative concepts to life. You will be at the forefront of translating market insights into tangible color strategies, directly impacting product appeal and brand identity on a global scale. If you are passionate about color and its power to inspire, this role offers a dynamic platform to showcase your vision and influence the future of apparel design.

Responsibilities

• Develop strategic color direction and construct thoughtful, market-relevant color palettes that captivate global audiences.
• Apply color across diverse apparel products, ensuring seasonal concepts are brought to life with precision and flair.
• Craft compelling color stories and visual narratives that communicate the essence and innovation behind each collection.
• Design and produce impactful mood boards and presentation materials to articulate creative concepts to stakeholders.
• Confidently present color concepts, articulating the strategic thinking and inspiration behind your work to diverse teams.
• Collaborate seamlessly with designers and cross-functional partners within a fast-paced, highly dynamic environment.
• Maintain a vigilant pulse on fashion, consumer behavior, cultural shifts, and marketplace trends to inform future color strategies.

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional experience specifically in apparel color design.
• Demonstrated strong expertise in color strategy, comprehensive palette development, and precise color application.
• A compelling portfolio showcasing your ability in color storytelling, mood board creation, and a diverse range of apparel experiences.
• Exceptional presentation and communication skills, capable of conveying complex ideas clearly and persuasively.
• Proven ability to navigate ambiguity effectively and adapt quickly to changing priorities in a dynamic environment.
• Bachelor’s degree in design, fashion, textiles, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.

Nice-to-Have Qualifications

• Experience designing color for outdoor, streetwear, performance, activewear, or technical apparel.
• A proven track record of balancing fashionable aesthetics with functional and utilitarian product needs.
• Background working with a major global or Fortune 500 brand, demonstrating experience within large-scale operations.
• Experience in entrepreneurial or startup-like environments, showcasing adaptability and initiative.
• A strong understanding of broader fashion, color, and marketplace trends.

Aquent Talent connects the best talent in marketing, creative, and design with the world’s biggest brands. Our eligible talent get access to amazing benefits like subsidized health, vision, and dental plans, paid sick leave, and retirement plans with a match. We also offer free online training through Aquent Gymnasium.

Our client is a global leader in athletic footwear, apparel, and equipment, focusing on innovation, performance, and marketing. They partner with top athletes and teams, emphasizing sustainability and digital advancements to enhance the sports experience.