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Columbia Sportswear Company

Color Specialist

Carlsbad, CA · On-site

$67K - $99K/yr

Communicate all color comments via email to mills and vendors on a timely basis. * Manage and track lab dip submits for all categories, maintain lab dip log, seasonal color reference book, filing ...

Columbia Sportswear

Color Specialist

Carlsbad, CA · Hybrid

$67K - $99K/yr

Communicate all color comments via email to mills and vendors on a timely basis. * Manage and track lab dip submits for all categories, maintain lab dip log, seasonal color reference book, filing ...

Sally Beauty

03870 Color Consultant

Longview, TX

Job Title: Certified Color Consultant FLSA: Non-exempt Code: 0130-CC Company: SBH Positions ... Ability to communicate with customers, co-workers, and management in a clear, concise manner * Must ...

Sally Beauty

00583 Color Consultant

Toms River, NJ · On-site

Job Title: Certified Color Consultant FLSA: Non-exempt Code: 0130-CC Company: SBH Positions ... Ability to communicate with customers, co-workers, and management in a clear, concise manner * Must ...

Sally Beauty

03405 Color Consultant

Saginaw, TX

Job Title: Certified Color Consultant FLSA: Non-exempt Code: 0130-CC Company: SBH Positions ... Ability to communicate with customers, co-workers, and management in a clear, concise manner * Must ...

Sally Beauty

00875 Color Consultant

Pittsburg, CA · On-site

Job Title: Certified Color Consultant FLSA: Non-exempt Code: 0130-CC Company: SBH Positions ... Ability to communicate with customers, co-workers, and management in a clear, concise manner * Must ...

Sally Beauty Holdings

10745 Color Consultant

Media, PA · On-site

Job Title: Certified Color Consultant FLSA: Non-exempt Code: 0130-CC Company: SBH Positions ... Ability to communicate with customers, co-workers, and management in a clear, concise manner * Must ...

Sally Beauty

10745 Color Consultant

Media, PA

Job Title: Certified Color Consultant FLSA: Non-exempt Code: 0130-CC Company: SBH Positions ... Ability to communicate with customers, co-workers, and management in a clear, concise manner * Must ...

CosmoProf

03870 Color Consultant

Longview, TX · On-site

Job Title: Certified Color Consultant FLSA: Non-exempt Code: 0130-CC Company: SBH Positions ... Ability to communicate with customers, co-workers, and management in a clear, concise manner * Must ...

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How much do color communications jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for color communications in the United States is $29.82, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $22.12 and $34.86 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges faced in a Color Communications role, and how can they be addressed?

Professionals in Color Communications often encounter challenges such as ensuring color consistency across different media, managing client expectations, and staying current with rapidly evolving color technologies. To address these, it's essential to develop strong communication skills to clearly explain color decisions and technical constraints to clients and team members. Collaboration with designers, printers, and marketing teams is key to maintaining brand consistency, and ongoing training in color management software and standards helps stay ahead of industry changes.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in Color Communications, and why are they important?

To excel in Color Communications, you need a solid understanding of color theory, visual design principles, and typically a degree in graphic design, marketing, or a related field. Familiarity with design software such as Adobe Creative Suite and color management systems is commonly required. Strong attention to detail, creativity, and effective communication skills help professionals stand out in this field. These skills ensure that messaging is visually impactful, consistent, and aligns with brand objectives for maximum audience engagement.

What is the difference between Color Communications vs Graphic Designer?

AspectColor CommunicationsGraphic Designer
Required CredentialsPortfolio, relevant certifications, sometimes a degree in communications or related fieldPortfolio, degree in graphic design, visual arts, or related field
Work EnvironmentAdvertising agencies, marketing firms, corporate communications departmentsDesign studios, advertising agencies, in-house corporate teams
Industry UsageUsed in branding, marketing, and advertising to communicate color strategiesUsed to create visual content, layouts, and branding materials

Color Communications professionals focus on conveying messages through color strategies and branding, often working within marketing and advertising contexts. Graphic Designers create visual content, including layouts and branding materials. While both roles require creativity and some overlapping skills, their core functions and industry applications differ.

What is color communications?

Color communications refers to the process and practice of conveying information, ideas, or emotions through the use of color. Professionals in color communications work to ensure that colors are used consistently and effectively across products, branding, marketing, and digital or print media. This field involves understanding color theory, color psychology, and technical standards for color reproduction, often collaborating with designers, marketers, and manufacturers to achieve the desired visual impact. Effective color communication helps brands stand out, improves user experience, and ensures that color meanings are accurately conveyed to diverse audiences.
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Infographic showing various Color Communications job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 49% Full Time, 45% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 2% Nights. Highlights an 92% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $62,027 per year, or $29.8 per hour.
Color Specialist

Color Specialist

Columbia Sportswear Company

Carlsbad, CA • On-site

$67K - $99K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Posted 28 days ago

Columbia Sportswear rating

7.0

Company rating: 7.0 out of 10

Based on 90 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

16th of 102 rated fashion retailers

Job description

*This is a hybrid role based out of our HQ in Carlsbad, CA. In-office expectation is 4 days a week*.
HOW YOU'LL MAKE A DIFFERENCE
With a deep understanding of prAna's brand, the Color Specialist supports our design team in the development of seasonal color. Primary responsibilities include color palette development and management of the lab dip process, ensuring accuracy and consistency across divisions and materials. S/he assists the design and merchandising team in preparation of color details for presentations. The position fields and responds to inquiries from cross-functional teams and our vendor base on any color-related issues and assists with all other color related projects and functions as requested.
HOW YOU'LL MAKE A DIFFERENCE
  • Participate in research phase of color direction and trends.
  • Schedule and coordinate meetings with color forecasting and trend service providers.
  • Coordinate development, preparation and issuing of seasonal color cards, both digital and physical, upload digital seasonal palettes for design team.
  • Coordinate seasonal selection of colors to be lab dipped for all fabrications via meetings with Design Director, Merchants, and Designers with management approval.
  • Evaluate, comment, and approve all seasonal lab dip submissions to ensure consistency and accuracy across multiple fabric substrates.
  • Communicate all color comments via email to mills and vendors on a timely basis.
  • Manage and track lab dip submits for all categories, maintain lab dip log, seasonal color reference book, filing, etc.
  • Maintain organized records and file lab dips and bulk submits for easy reference .
  • Maintain light box.
  • Evaluate, comment and approve bulk production shade bands and individual dye lots for accuracy in a timely manner.
  • Identify and elevate issues to ensure timely resolution.
  • Meet all Product Creation calendar deadlines.
  • Support materials team with seasonal booking of greige, test requests and materials development projects.
  • Assist the Design, Merch and Product Development team with additional projects as requested

YOU ARE
  • Able to establishes and maintain schedules by prioritizing heavy workloads and multiple seasons overlapping
  • A problem-solving solver, able to work on multiple projects at a time.
  • Able to maintain a professional demeanor and openness to new ideas and change

YOU HAVE
  • Associate degree in apparel design or equivalent relevant experience is required.
  • 5+ years of relevant apparel design, development, or color management experience
  • Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator
  • Working knowledge of programs: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook & Adobe Photoshop
  • Strong eye for color is a must
  • Knowledge of color theory, excellent color sense and knowledge of color models RGB, CMYK and Pantone matching systems
  • Understanding of various fabric qualities and substrates
  • Color test (Munsell) results
  • Spectrophotometer experience helpful
  • PORTFOLIO LINK OR ATTACHMENT INCLUDED IN APPLICATION RECOMMENDED

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This job description is not meant to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities, but constitutes a general definition of the position's scope and function in the company.
Columbia Sportswear Company is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Columbia Sportswear is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12.pdf. If you need reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please notify your recruiter.
Hiring Range: $67,750 - $99,737.00
*Pay decisions are determined by multiple factors, including what the market is paying, a candidate's capabilities and skills, years of experience ,and internal equity
At Columbia Sportswear Company, we're proud to offer regular full-time employees a benefits package that includes a variety of services and products to help make your life and work more rewarding. Our benefit programs contribute to overall employee well-being by aligning those programs with the fundamental elements of well-being: physical, social/emotional, financial, career and community. Benefits that can protect your family's financial future and help you save money through our 401k plan plus a generous company match. Columbia offers medical, dental, vision, life Insurance, disability, flexible spending accounts, health savings account, and an assortment of voluntary benefit offerings (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and legal services). In addition, Columbia offers EAP + which is free and confidential 24/7/365 counseling services. We have extensive wellness benefits, employee discounts and a generous time off program available.
If you need an accommodation/adjustment to successfully complete and submit your application, please reach out to AskHR@columbia.com with the Subject: Applicant Assistance Requested.

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Columbia Sportswear Company and our portfolio of brands, including Columbia, SOREL, Mountain Hardwear and prAna, know a thing or two about adventures. After all, we've been on one since 1938, working to perfect the art of enjoying the outdoors. Behind everything we make is an employee who's found that the greatest adventure starts with joining a company that strives to do the right thing.

Industry

Apparel and accessories stores

Company size

5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Portland, OR, US

Year founded

1938

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