Footwear Color Designer

Company : Macpower Digital Assets Edge

Location : Beaverton, OR

Posted Date : 11 October 2025

Job Type : Other

Category : Arts & Entertainment

Occupation : Designer

Job Details

Duration: 3-Month Assignment (Possible Extension/Conversion)
Work Schedule: 4:1 Hybrid (Onsite M-Th, WFH Friday)
Job Overview:

We are seeking a Footwear Color Designer to help shape the future of footwear through innovative color storytelling, trend-driven narratives, and product excellence . The ideal candidate will combine creative vision, technical expertise in color application, and a deep understanding of consumer trends to elevate footwear designs.
This role requires a strategic thinker with strong collaboration skills , capable of balancing business-driven color strategies with bold, distinctive storytelling . You will work closely with Design Directors, developers, and manufacturing partners to ensure color execution meets high standards.
Portfolio Required: Must submit a creative design portfolio (PDF or website link) to be considered.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop & Execute Color Strategies - Create compelling blocking strategies, color journeys, and palettes that align with category direction.
Trend & Consumer Insight Integration - Stay ahead of color trends in fashion, art, sports, and design to inform product storytelling.
Cross-Functional Collaboration - Partner with Design, Development, and Manufacturing to ensure color accuracy and achievability.
Technical Color Expertise - Demonstrate strong knowledge of dyes, finishes, materials, and color technology to achieve desired effects.
Sample Review & Troubleshooting - Evaluate prototypes, identify color achievability issues , and communicate adjustments efficiently.
Adobe Creative Suite Proficiency - Utilize Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, and Keynote to present color concepts.
Adaptability & Speed - Thrive in a fast-paced environment, handling last-minute changes and ambiguity while maintaining product excellence.

Qualifications & Experience Required:

Bachelor's degree in Design (or equivalent experience).
3-5+ years in Footwear/Apparel Color Design (or related field: textiles, materials, trend forecasting).
Strong portfolio showcasing color storytelling, palette development, and footwear/apparel applications .
Expertise in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign) & Keynote (Mac) .
Understanding of color technology (dyes, finishes, material interactions).
Hybrid Availability - Must work onsite at Company WHQ (Mon-Thurs), remote Fridays .

Preferred Qualifications & Experience:

Experience with leading sport/lifestyle brands (e.g., Adidas, Under Armour, Reebok, Hoka, On, Lululemon, etc.).
Knowledge of Footwear Product Creation process .

Why Join?

Impactful Work: Shape the future of footwear color design with global influence.
Dynamic Team: Collaborate with top-tier designers & innovators in sportswear.
Growth Potential: Possible extension or FTE conversion based on performance.

Application Requirements:

Resume + Portfolio (PDF or Website Link) - Required for consideration.
Brief Summary - Highlight relevant experience in footwear color, trend analysis, and cross-functional collaboration.

Note: This is not a leave coverage role -the team has a shift in workload requiring immediate support.