Sr. Footwear Color Designer, Sportswear (Baltimore or New York City)

At Under Armour, we are committed to empowering those who strive for more. Our values—Act Sustainably, Celebrate the Wins, Fight on Together, Love Athletes, and Stand for Equality—serve as a roadmap for our teams and the qualities expected of every teammate. These values define and unite us, fueling innovation and our mission to develop, deliver, and sell state-of-the-art products and digital tools that enhance athlete performance.

Purpose of Role

The Sr. Color Designer, Sportswear Footwear is responsible for elevating color design across multiple product categories. This role blends creative intuition with strategic color application to drive compelling narratives that enhance athlete performance and brand identity. You will collaborate closely with a cross-functional design pod to build palettes, shape seasonal color strategies, and bring innovative color stories to life on footwear products. We’re seeking an enthusiastic, collaborative designer with an exceptional eye for color, a strong grasp of cultural and sport trends, and the ability to lead concepts through execution with clarity and originality.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.

Qualifications

• Attention to detail and experience multitasking and working under tight deadlines.
• Passion for following and acknowledging applicable trends.
• Strong taste level in image selection, editing, and presentations.
• Strong presentation skills and comfort working with a group.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet multiple deadlines.
• BA, BFA, or BS in Color, Apparel, Graphic, or Fashion Design preferred.
• 8+ years of experience preferred.
• Advanced user of Adobe Creative Suite.

Workplace Location

This individual must reside within commuting distance from our Baltimore, MD (Global HQ) office. This role follows a hybrid work schedule, requiring 4 days in-office per week.

Under Armour does not offer sponsorship of job applicants for employment-based work authorization for this position at this time.

Relocation

Relocation may be provided up to a specified amount.

Pay

Base Compensation: $115,000.00–$150,000.00 USD. Most new hires fall within this range and have the opportunity to earn more over time. Initial placement within the salary range is based on an individual's relevant knowledge, skills, and experience.

Benefits & Perks

• Paid "UA Give Back" Volunteer Days: Work alongside your team to support initiatives in your local community.
• Under Armour Merchandise Discounts.
• Competitive 401(k) plan matching.
• Maternity and Parental Leave for eligible and FMLA-eligible teammates.
• Health & fitness benefits, discounts, and resources to promote physical activity and overall well-being.