Apparel and Color Designer I

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Colorado, +2 more states.

📋 Description

• Leverage trend services and engage in industry trade shows and outdoor activities to remain updated and uphold the brand aesthetic.

• Investigate emerging trends to guide early-season color and concept development.

• Assist in seasonal color research and development through market analysis and brand insights.

• Oversee color and design documentation, ensuring merchandising and PLM partners are updated on essential information.

• Collaborate with fabric, product development, production teams, and overseas vendors on seasonal color initiatives and sampling.

• Collect visual references (photos, reports, samples) to support the creative direction.

• Manage workload and deliverables in alignment with seasonal timelines and critical go-to-market (GTM) dates.

• Discover new findings, trims, and accessories to enhance product functionality and retail presentation.

• Assist in the seasonal print layout direction for effective merchandising and storytelling.

• Oversee print assets and artwork preparation.

• Collaborate with the Materials Manager to synchronize prints and yarn dyes with the seasonal color strategy.

• Support the Senior Color Designer and Design management in generating seasonal logo/graphics inspiration and follow-up with artwork contractors.

• Design accessories/logowear throughout the entire product lifecycle.

• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritizing based on stakeholder needs and significance.

• Advance the design vision with proactive contributions, remaining aligned with the brand’s mission and values.

• Familiarity with AI and 3D Design tools is an advantage.

⛳️ Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree or higher in creative design.

• Portfolio is recommended.

• A minimum of 3 years of professional design experience.

• Experience in the complete product lifecycle.

• Implementation of merchandising strategies.

• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision plans.

• Company-paid Long Term Disability.

• Employee Assistance Programs.

• 401k with matching contributions.

• Generous paid time off policies.

• Gear testing, perks, and more.