Apparel Color Designer

Aquent is thrilled to partner with a leading global consumer brand, renowned for its innovative approach to design and product development, that shapes trends and inspires athletes and consumers worldwide through its iconic apparel and accessories. This is an unparalleled opportunity to join a team that thrives on creativity, strategic thinking, and a deep understanding of market dynamics to deliver impactful color solutions. As a visionary color expert, you will define the visual language of future apparel collections, translating cutting-edge trends and consumer insights into compelling color directions. Your work will directly influence how products resonate with consumers globally, bringing seasonal concepts to life and leaving your mark on globally recognized products, contributing significantly to the visual narrative of a world-class brand.

About the Opportunity

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.

What You'll Do

• 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.

About Aquent Talent

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. More information on our awesome benefits!

Aquent is an equal-opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. We're about creating an inclusive environment-one where different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, and everyone can contribute, grow their careers, and thrive.