Footwear Color Designer
MDA Edge
Footwear Color Designer 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. MDA Edge
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