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Sunrise Systems Inc

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Color Design 2_26-04335

Beaverton, OR · On-site

$43 - $46/hr

Ability to collaborate with other designers/Design Directors to build palettes and color flow based on category color strategy * Demonstrates a strong understanding of color technology and how to ...

Sunrise Systems Inc

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Color Design 2_26-04335

Beaverton, OR · On-site

$43 - $46/hr

Ability to collaborate with other designers/Design Directors to build palettes and color flow based on category color strategy * Demonstrates a strong understanding of color technology and how to ...

Goatusa

The Design Director will foster creativity across the team, challenge and elevate design thinking ... Guide the development of seasonal concepts, color stories, silhouettes, graphics, and product ...

Goatusa

Design Director

Plainview, NY · On-site

The Design Director will foster creativity across the team, challenge and elevate design thinking ... Guide the development of seasonal concepts, color stories, silhouettes, graphics, and product ...

Eberjey

Design Director

Miami, FL · On-site

$120K - $155K/yr

Design Director Department: Design Employment Type: Full Time Location: Miami Compensation: $120 ... Elevated aesthetic with a strong POV on fabric, print, color, and silhouette . * Technical ...

OLBERDING

Design Director

Chicago, IL · On-site

Design Director Location: Chicago, IL Job ID: 755 # of Openings: 1 Job Overview Founded in 1919 as ... color management and the production of printing plates. With our world headquarters located in ...

Olberding Brand Family

Design Director

Chicago, IL · On-site

$85K - $115K/yr

Design Director Founded in 1919 as Phototype and recently rebranded as the Olberding Brand Family ... color management and the production of printing plates. With our world headquarters located in ...

Olberding Brand Family

Design Director

Chicago, IL

$85K - $115K/yr

Design Director Founded in 1919 as Phototype and recently rebranded as the Olberding Brand Family ... color management and the production of printing plates. With our world headquarters located in ...

F. Schumacher & Co.

Design Director

New York, NY · On-site

$130K - $150K/yr

Design Director- Schumacher Classics Role Overview The Design Director leads product development ... Exceptional eye for and sensibility toward color * Proven leadership capabilities with the ability ...

F. Schumacher & Co.

Design Director

New York, NY · On-site

Design Director- Schumacher Classics Role Overview The Design Director leads product development ... Exceptional eye for and sensibility toward color * Proven leadership capabilities with the ability ...

Olberding Brand Family

Design Director

Chicago, IL · On-site

$85K - $115K/yr

Design Director Founded in 1919 as Phototype and recently rebranded as the Olberding Brand Family ... color management and the production of printing plates. With our world headquarters located in ...

Olberding Brand Family

Design Director

Chicago, IL · On-site

$85K - $115K/yr

Design Director Founded in 1919 as Phototype and recently rebranded as the Olberding Brand Family ... color management and the production of printing plates. With our world headquarters located in ...

Olberding Brand Family

Design Director

Cincinnati, OH · On-site

Design Director Founded in 1919 as Phototype and recently rebranded as the Olberding Brand Family ... color management and the production of printing plates. With our world headquarters located in ...

Eberjey

Design Director

Miami, FL · On-site

We're seeking a seasoned, visionary Design Director to lead our design strategy and bring fresh ... Elevated aesthetic with a strong POV on fabric, print, color, and silhouette . * Technical ...

COYUCHI

Design Director

San Francisco, CA · On-site

About the Role The Design Director owns the design vision, direction, and hands-on execution for ... Prepare inspiration boards, develop color, pattern and print and test construction techniques to ...

IA Interior Architects

Design Director

Seattle, WA · On-site

Design Director At IA Interior Architects, the Design Director sets a clear vision for design ... regard to their race, color, creed, religion or belief, sexual orientation, marital status ...

IA Interior Architects

Design Director

Seattle, WA

Design Director At IA Interior Architects, the Design Director sets a clear vision for design ... regard to their race, color, creed, religion or belief, sexual orientation, marital status ...

COYUCHI

Design Director

Hayward, CA · On-site

About the Role The Design Director owns the design vision, direction, and hands-on execution for ... Prepare inspiration boards, develop color, pattern and print and test construction techniques to ...

COYUCHI

Design Director

Mundelein, IL · On-site

About the Role The Design Director owns the design vision, direction, and hands-on execution for ... Prepare inspiration boards, develop color, pattern and print and test construction techniques to ...

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As of Sep 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for color design director in the United States is $135,763.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $109,500.00 and $163,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a color design director?

Color Design Directors are professionals responsible for overseeing the color strategy and palette selection for products, branding, or environments within a company. They lead teams that research color trends, develop color stories, and ensure color consistency across various materials and platforms. Their role combines creativity, market research, and technical expertise to create visually appealing and brand-appropriate color solutions. Color Design Directors often collaborate with product designers, marketing teams, and manufacturers to bring cohesive color visions to life.

How does a color design director collaborate with other departments during the product development process?

A Color Design Director frequently works alongside product designers, marketing teams, and material engineers to ensure that color choices align with brand identity and product functionality. They participate in cross-functional meetings to review color palettes, assess material samples, and provide feedback on prototypes. This collaboration helps maintain consistency across collections and ensures that color strategies support both market trends and technical feasibility. Open communication and regular updates are key to aligning the vision between teams.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a color design director, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Color Design Director, you need expertise in color theory, design principles, and trend forecasting, usually backed by a degree in design or a related field and significant industry experience. Familiarity with design software such as Adobe Creative Suite and color management systems is essential. Strong leadership, collaboration, and communication skills help guide creative teams and articulate vision to stakeholders. These competencies ensure the creation of cohesive, market-relevant color strategies that enhance brand identity and consumer appeal.

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Infographic showing various Color Design Director job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 20% Part Time, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $135,763 per year, or $65.3 per hour.

Color Design 2_26-04335

Beaverton, OR • On-site

Sunrise Systems Inc
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$43 - $46/hr

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Job description

Job Title: Color Design 2
Reference ID: 26-04335
Location: Beaverton, OR.
Duration: 06 months
Job Type: Contract (Candidates must be able to work on W2 without VISA sponsorship)
Desired Candidate Profile:

  • Minimum required years of experience: 3+ YOE Color Design for Apparel
  • Education requirements: Bachelors or Equivalent experience

Must have skills:

  • Curation of color pallets, mood boards, strong story telling
  • Strong taste level, high end designs, high fashion, more fashion driven than sport/streetwear styles

Nice to have skills:

  • Apparel design experience
  • Ability to work on line art and digital sketches of apparel

Software/technical requirements:

  • Adobe Suite

Apparel Color Designer II
Who You'll Work With

  • As the Apparel Color Designer II, you will bring to life trend-relevant, narrative-driven concepts by being a color specialist at the product and collection level. This will require driving product excellence through the connection of design, development and manufacturing. Through research and deep consumer understanding, you will be on the cutting edge of color trends, fashion, art, design and sports-related products.

Who We Are Looking For

  • We're looking for an Apparel Color Designer II to combine their experience, problem solving abilities, and creativity to help build the future of the Kobe Brand! The ideal candidate needs to elevate the athlete product experience with a focus on both the art & science of Color. In this role, you will drive an emotional connection to apparel through the use of narrative and storytelling!

Description:

  • Bachelor's degree in Design or related field. Will accept any suitable combination of education, experience and training
  • 3+ years industry experience
  • Passion for storytelling with the ability to translate narratives onto physical product
  • Love of sport, curiosity for athlete insight and connection to sport style trends
  • Ability to collaborate with other designers/Design Directors to build palettes and color flow based on category color strategy
  • Demonstrates a strong understanding of color technology and how to achieve desired color effects: materials, dyes, finishes and color achievability
  • Ability to build seasonal color concepts, and explore new is desired
  • Provides color design support for design team as needed outside of assigned product load
  • Ability to conduct in-depth research on athlete insights in order to drive innovative design solutions
  • Creates and delivers powerful presentations of seasonal design proposals that effectively communicate the concept behind the line for internal and external audiences
  • Ability to plan and execute the product color details and review all samples, troubleshoot for achievability issues and clearly communicate changes in order to ensure timely completion of each project
  • Shows ability to self-manage
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Highly proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop) and Keynote on a Mac Platform

What You'll Work On:

  • As our Designer II, you will develop color palettes to link into seasonal narratives, build strong presentation tools, and color line art to detail the creation of each product. You will research and deliver color, design, and directional work that influence and impact the product aesthetic, application, and target audience. You'll use sophisticated design skills to build original, innovative color solutions for the Kobe product range.

Company Description

Founded in 1990, Sunrise Systems is an award winning IT/Professional Staffing firm to Fortune 500 and State/Local Government Agencies.