What are the responsibilities and job description for the Apparel Color Designer position at Skill?
Placement Type:
Temporary
Salary:
$42-46.67 Hourly
up to $46.67/hr
Start Date:
Sep 28, 2026
Apparel Color Designer | 6-Month Contract | Beaverton, OR
We're looking for an experienced Apparel Color Designer to join the Color Design team of a leading global consumer brand on a 6-month contract.
This is an exciting opportunity for a creative, strategic color expert who can translate trends, consumer insights, and creative concepts into compelling color direction for apparel.
What You'll Do:
- Develop strategic color direction and build thoughtful, market-relevant color palettes
- Apply color across apparel products and bring seasonal concepts to life
- Create compelling color stories and visual narratives
- Develop mood boards and presentation materials to communicate creative concepts
- Present color concepts and confidently articulate the thinking behind your work
- Collaborate with designers and cross-functional partners in a fast-paced, highly dynamic environment
- Stay closely connected to fashion, consumer, cultural, and marketplace trends
What We're Looking For:
- 5 years of professional experience in apparel color design
- Strong expertise in color strategy, palette development, and color application
- A portfolio showcasing color storytelling, mood boards, and a variety of apparel experiences
- Strong presentation and communication skills
- Ability to work effectively in ambiguity and adapt to changing priorities
- Bachelor's degree in design, fashion, textiles, or a related field - or equivalent experience
Nice to Have:
- Experience with outdoor, streetwear, performance, activewear, or technical apparel
- Experience balancing fashionable aesthetics with functional/utilitarian product needs
- Background working with a major global or Fortune 500 brand
- Experience in entrepreneurial or startup-like environments
- Strong understanding of fashion, color, and marketplace trends
If you're a color-focused apparel designer who loves turning ideas, trends, and stories into compelling product, we'd love to hear from you.
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Salary : $42 - $47