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G-TECH Services, Inc.

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Color & Materials/Product Designer (Short term- 12 weeks)

Dearborn, MI · On-site

$35/hr

Color & Materials/Product Designer (Short term- 12 weeks) Must live locally! · Studio Design Position that creates, coordinates and recommends annual interior and exterior color and trim programs ...

Crateandbarrel

Designer

Lincoln Park, MI

Designers work with customers to help plan and design their spaces. Through elevated designs and ... color, religious creed, sex, national origin, citizenship status, age, physical or mental ...

WEC Energy Group

Designer

Iron Mountain, MI · On-site

$50.30/hr

The principal duties for the Designer include: * Providing design engineering * Cost details ... race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability ...

WEC Energy Group

Designer

Iron Mountain, MI · On-site

$50.30/hr

The principal duties for the Designer include: * Providing design engineering * Cost details ... race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability ...

Dart Container

Designer

Mason, MI

Designer (Machine Design & Automation)Build Better Machines. Solve Real Problems. Make an Impact ... to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity ...

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Dart Container

Designer

Mason, MI

Designer (Machine Design & Automation) Build Better Machines. Solve Real Problems. Make an Impact ... to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity ...

Crain

Designer

Grand Rapids, MI · On-site +1

$65K - $85K/yr

Description Designers within the Crain Design Hub create compelling, audience-focused visual ... Understanding of typography, layout, color, visual hierarchy, and brand systems. Proficiency in ...

Crain

Designer

Detroit, MI · On-site +1

$65K - $85K/yr

Description Designers within the Crain Design Hub create compelling, audience-focused visual ... Understanding of typography, layout, color, visual hierarchy, and brand systems. Proficiency in ...

Britten, Inc.

Event Designer

Traverse City, MI

We are looking for an Event Designer to execute branded environment projects under the direction of ... Build print-ready files with correct bleed, finished sizes, color management, and material callouts ...

Britten Inc.

Event Designer

Traverse City, MI · On-site

We are looking for an Event Designer to execute branded environment projects under the direction of ... Build print-ready files with correct bleed, finished sizes, color management, and material callouts ...

Britten, Inc.

Event Designer

Traverse City, MI · On-site

We are looking for an Event Designer to execute branded environment projects under the direction of ... Build print-ready files with correct bleed, finished sizes, color management, and material callouts ...

FASTSIGNS #380201

Graphic Designer

Lansing, MI · On-site

Create computer-generated full-color graphics and/or vinyl output that can be printed and mounted to a substrate or weeded, cut and applied * Complete or modify designs from customer drawings, files ...

General Motors

Entry-Level Wheel Designer

Warren, MI · On-site

You will work closely with exterior design, digital modeling, Color & Material, and engineering ... Collaborate with exterior designers, digital modelers, and colors & materials teams to align wheel ...

General Motors

Entry-Level Wheel Designer

Warren, MI

You will work closely with exterior design, digital modeling, Color & Material, and engineering ... Collaborate with exterior designers, digital modelers, and colors & materials teams to align wheel ...

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How much do color designer jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 3, 2026, the average hourly pay for color designer in Michigan is $20.67, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.16 and $20.96 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges faced by color designers in their role?

Color Designers often encounter challenges such as maintaining color consistency across different media and substrates, staying updated with evolving trends, and effectively communicating their color choices to clients or collaborators who may not have a design background. They may also need to balance creative vision with practical limitations, such as material restrictions or production processes. Navigating tight deadlines while ensuring high-quality results can also be demanding. However, these challenges foster a dynamic work environment and encourage growth in both technical and creative problem-solving skills.

What does a color designer do?

A Color Designer is responsible for selecting and applying colors to characters, props, and environments in animation or design projects. They work closely with art directors and production designers to ensure consistency and mood alignment. Their role involves creating color scripts, palettes, and guides to maintain a cohesive visual style.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a color designer?

To thrive as a Color Designer, you need a strong sense of color theory, design fundamentals, and an eye for visual harmony, often supported by a background in graphic design, art, or related fields. Familiarity with digital design tools such as Adobe Creative Suite and color management systems is typically required, and certifications in color science can be advantageous. Strong communication, creativity, and attention to detail are important soft skills that help Color Designers work effectively with teams and clients. These skills ensure that color choices consistently align with brand, product, or project goals, creating visually compelling and effective results.

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Infographic showing various Color Designer job openings in Michigan as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 94% In-person, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $42,987 per year, or $20.7 per hour.

Color & Material Designer

Ford Motor Company

Dearborn, MI • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, PTO

Re-posted 22 days ago

Job description


We made history and now we work to transform the future - for our customers, our communities and our families. You'll see your work on the road every day, helping people move freely and pursue their dreams. At Ford, you can build more than vehicles. Come build what matters.
Join us in shaping the future of Ford Motor Company, as part of a global organization with exceptional colleagues in world-class facilities. As part of Ford Design, you'll be at the cutting edge of Ford's most strategically critical work, designing people and society's needs into the heart of our next generation of products, services, and experiences.
Join our Color & Material team to lead design for current and future customers of the Ford brands product line up, including Battery Electric Vehicle, Commercial vehicles, Trucks, Compact trucks, Icons, Passenger vehicle/utilities, Luxury, and Emerging Markets.
In this position...
Our Color & Material Designer creates, curates, and delivers Color, Material and Finish (CMF) solutions that influence and enhance the current automotive landscape. This role is responsible in specifying all CMF applications on the exterior and interior of the vehicles that bring a distinct look and experience to the automobile.
This position will be located in Dearborn, MI and will be in office 4 days/week.
What you'll do...
  • Creates, curates, and delivers Color, Material and Finish (CMF) solutions and specifies all CMF applications on the exterior and interior of the vehicles.
  • Ideate and create overall CMF design using concepts that embody a creative narrative, advanced functionality, and innovative user experience.
  • Ensure integration of complex CMF into the overall vehicle design and alignment with cross-functional teams across all stages of design.
  • Collaborate with external vendors and internal teams to translate new designs into visual samples to validate feasibility and functionality.
  • Partner with teammates in analysis of future consumer trends to identify brand relevant CMF narratives that inform cutting-edge CMF design solutions.
  • Develop digital and physical CMF presentations that embody the creative narrative and accurately depict design intent.
  • Supports all program timing, ensuring program and project deliverables are met within the program targets.

You'll have...
  • Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Design, Color and Material Design or any other related discipline.
  • Minimum 2 year of related work experience with a Master's degree or 5 years of related work experience with a Bachelor's degree.
  • Automotive CMF Design experience preferred
  • 3D visualization skills
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills to effectively interact with diverse disciplines.
  • Highly collaborative and proactive both internally and externally.
  • Ability to effectively communicate in a wide range of formats for presenting future design strategies.
  • Knowledge of the Colors and Materials design process.
  • Must be self-motivated, adaptable, flexible, and able to multi-task.
  • Demonstrated understanding of color theory (hue, value, chroma, etc.).
  • Proficient in Adobe Suit tools (i.e. Photoshop, Illustrator, VRED) and Microsoft Suit tools (i.e. PowerPoint, Excel)
  • Experience leveraging generative AI tools to accelerate early-stage design ideation.
  • Demonstrated capability in strategy creation and stewarding, with the ability to guide long-term design visions from initial concept through to successful implementation.
  • Knowledge of materials innovation and emerging technologies.
  • Proven experience in color development.
  • Strong capability in trend-based research and forecasting, with the ability to synthesize insights from into actionable CMF strategies.
  • Portfolio of your work

Even better, you may have...
  • Master's Degree (preferred) in Industrial Design, Color and Material Design or any other related discipline
  • Expertise and knowledge of 3D prototyping, property builds, etc.
  • Working level knowledge of fabrics and trims associated with the development process.

You may not check every box, or your experience may look a little different from what we've outlined, but if you think you can bring value to Ford Motor Company, we encourage you to apply!
As an established global company, we offer the benefit of choice. You can choose what your Ford future will look like: will your story span the globe, or keep you close to home? Will your career be a deep dive into what you love, or a series of new teams and new skills? Will you be a leader, a changemaker, a technical expert, a culture builder...or all of the above? No matter what you choose, we offer a work life that works for you, including:
• Immediate medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage
• Flexible family care days, paid parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up child care and more
• Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility treatments, and more
• Vehicle discount program for employees and family members and management leases
• Tuition assistance
• Established and active employee resource groups
• Paid time off for individual and team community service
• A generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year's Day
• Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.
This position is a salary grade 6-8 and ranges from $74,300-$166,200.
Final determination of salary grade will be based on candidate's skills and experience, and base salary will be set within the applicable range according to job scope, responsibility and competitive market value.
For more information on salary and benefits, click here: https://fordcareers.co/GSR
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
Candidates for positions with Ford Motor Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status. In the United States, if you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability, please call 1-888-336-0660.
This position is hybrid. Candidates who are in commuting distance to a Ford hub location may be required to be onsite four or more days per week.
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About Ford

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At Ford Motor Company, we believe freedom of movement drives human progress. With our incredible plans for the future of mobility, we have a wide variety of opportunities for you to accelerate your career and help us define tomorrow's transportation.

Industry

Civil engineering construction

Company size

51 - 200 Employees

Headquarters location

Doral, FL, US

Year founded

1982

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