Sr. Colorist

About the Role

The Sr. Colorist will maintain color quality and aesthetic for the Savage X Fenty brand. This role requires a strong understanding of textiles, color, and prints, along with exceptional organization and prioritization skills to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate is a self-starter, detail-oriented, and passionate about fostering positive cross-functional relationships.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the point person to visually approve all lab dips, bulk, and trim cards for multiple fabrications and product types from various vendors.
• Partner with the design team to request all seasonal color standards and initiate lab dips and strike-offs for all raw materials.
• Manage approval dates and update color status charts, including inputting all color comments.
• Communicate daily with factories regarding color development and troubleshooting.
• Maintain and organize the color standard library by season.
• Create, organize, and maintain folders for all submits across seasons.
• Ensure consistency in color names and numbers across all charts.
• Prepare and send packages containing color standards, lab dips, or trim cards as needed.
• Order and maintain up-to-date Pantone books.
• Create and update the Standard Operation Procedure Manual.
• Demonstrate foundational AI literacy, including experience using generative AI tools to drive productivity and innovation.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in print and color development.
• Expertise in the textile printing industry, including print techniques and repeat patterns.
• Ability to advise the Design and CAD Team on color, print, and technique limitations (e.g., foil, silicone print) before submissions to mills and vendors.
• Strong communication and troubleshooting skills with mills and factories.
• Bachelor’s degree in textile design or a related field (preferred).
• Knowledge of dyeing and printing techniques on lace and embroidery.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Superior score on the Munsell 100-hue color test and strong knowledge of light booth settings.

Location

This role is based at our El Segundo Headquarters.

Pay

The annual base salary range for this position is $80,000–$91,000. The offered base salary will depend on factors such as work experience, subject matter expertise, and work location.

Benefits

• Hybrid work schedule*
• Discretionary paid time off*
• Summer Fridays*
• Healthcare plans
• Employee discounts
• 401k
• Annual bonus program
• Equity program*
• Additional benefits*

*Varied for retail, fulfillment, and fully remote roles.