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Color Assist

New York, NY · On-site

... graphics/designers, matte painting, compositing, dailies and production services, color grading, post-production finishing, marketing/trailers, live-action production, experiences, and more.

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Color Assist

New York, NY · On-site

$22 - $30/hr

... graphics/designers, matte painting, compositing, dailies and production services, color grading, post-production finishing, marketing/trailers, live-action production, experiences, and more.

Publicis Groupe Holdings B.V

Designer

Flushing, NY · On-site

... color, brand, iconography, imagery, layout and conceptsophistication (Owner of the brand's VBL - Visual Brand Language/Design Guidelines) Good knowledge of AI tools that can help specifically with ...

Haddad Brands

Designer

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$75K - $125K/yr

The Designer will work cross functionally with Graphic Design, Sales and Merchandising to create ... Research and identify marketplace trends on style, fit and color to maintain a brand strategy.

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As of Aug 24, 2026, the average hourly pay for color designer in Manhattan, NY is $26.17, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $21.73 and $26.54 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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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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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.

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Associate Designer, Casual Seating - West Elm

Williams-Sonoma

Brooklyn, NY • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

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Company rating: 6.5 out of 10

Based on 95 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description


About the Team
You will be a part of a collaborative team responsible for driving and managing sample development from concept through to production, working together with Design, Technical Design, Merchants, and Sourcing team members. As part of Williams-Sonoma, Inc., a leader in home lifestyle and retail, our Product Development and Design team brings customer-centered, trend-forward products to life through seasonal collaboration, innovation, and cross-brand alignment.
Role Overview
As an Associate Designer, you will support new product lines and product development processes for each season for specific departments that reflect mood, market trends and business needs. You assist product development meetings and participate as one of the communicators for agents, merchants, sourcing, and color teams. You will work with Senior Management to ensure all deadlines and key calendar dates are met. Not only are you part of the design process, but you will also support the Director and Head Design Manager with the rest of the team.
This role requires being onsite in our office Monday through Friday.
Responsibilities
Seasonal Engagement
  • Assist category Designers to prepare for the weekly Product Development meetings and Work Sessions
  • Understand business results and support changes that arise from weekly Monday Business Review meetings
  • Assist and support seasonal product presentations to the team and senior management Design and develop specs and concept boards while help Senior Designers manage concept all the way through product approval

Product Development Strategy
  • Ability to provide insights that aligns with team objectives
  • Contribute effective processes and procedures to improve workflow and results
  • Proactively support calendar to recognize milestones and key dates
  • Develop strong business acumen to support each season; understand brand and financial goals, support business and seasonal strategy
  • Recognize key fashion trends and analyze what competition is doing to bring new business opportunities or trends to the team

Team Collaboration
  • Utilize Product Lifecycle Management shared with cross-functional teams to review status of development process
  • Has strong cross-functional partnership with Williams Sonoma Global Operations country partners, merchants, sourcing, engineering, and color team.
  • Has ability to clearly communicate the needs with Williams Sonoma Global Operations vendor partners and sourcing in order for vendors to execute design vision
  • Support department business needs and ability to bring new ideas for specs and concept board
  • Have problem solving skills to identify existing product issues that may arise
  • Maintain and organize development samples both physically and digitally

Criteria
Design Experience
  • Must provide a portfolio or website of current and past experience
  • Minimum 2 years retail product design experience
  • Degree in Design or equivalent experience.
  • Experience designing (category specific product); keeping materials and pricing in mind.
  • Experience in identifying and contributing trends and inspiration based on the given concept direction.
  • Must have an aspirational taste-level with passion for interiors, home furnishings, color, designer aesthetic, and industry trends.
  • (A plus) Domestic and overseas experience collaborating with factories, understanding price adjustment to reflect brand aesthetic
  • (A plus) Mass manufacturing experience in retail environment
  • (A plus) Knowledge of constructions and technical design
  • Understanding and enthusiasm for the brand

Personal Leadership
  • Must have an aspirational taste-level with the willingness to learn and passion for interiors, home furnishings, color, designer aesthetic, and industry trends
  • Ability to work independently as well as with a team in a fast-paced environment
  • Ability to prioritize, multi-task and adapt to change
  • Extremely organized, efficient and detail-oriented - excellent calendar adherence and ownership
  • Excellent time management and communication skills
  • Excellent cross functional skills and partnership with merchandisers and product development team

Technical Proficiency
  • Design Skills, creative and inspirational thinker, deadline driven.
  • Must be technically versed in (category specific product), creating detailed specs, product reviews and feedback to vendors.
  • Full proficiency in Mac operating systems with skill excellence in Adobe Creator Suite, Illustrator (plus for Studio), Photoshop, Computer-aided design, and work management system, 3D modeling skills (a plus for hard goods)

Competencies
  • High aptitude and agility to organize communications
  • Proactive when making strategic decisions; engage in the process
  • Understand calendar and deliverables, sense of urgency for deadlines
  • Confidence in cross-functional collaboration and teamwork through each season and process

Our Culture & Values
We believe that taking care of our people is vital to our success, and we strive to offer equitable and transparent practices for all. We prioritize connection, growth, and wellbeing.
People First
Putting People First means investing in overall well-being and opportunities to grow and advance within the organization. Depending on the position and location, here are a few highlights of what benefits may be available:
Benefits
- A generous discount on all WSI brands
- A 401(k) plan and other investment opportunities
- Paid vacations, holidays, and time off to volunteer
- Health benefits, dental and vision insurance, including same-sex domestic partner benefits
- Tax-free commuter benefits
- A wellness program that supports your physical, financial and emotional health
Continued Learning
- In-person and online learning opportunities through WSI University
- Cross-brand and cross-function career opportunities
- Resources for self-development
- Advisor (Mentor) program
- Career development workshops, learning programs, and speaker series
WSI will not now or in the future commence an immigration case or "sponsor" an individual for this position (for example, H-1B or other employment-based immigration).
This role is not eligible for relocation assistance.
The expected starting pay range for this position is $75,000- $85,000. Applicable pay ranges may differ across markets. Actual pay will be determined based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law. In addition to competitive pay, compensation may include a variety of other components like benefits, paid time off, merit, and bonus opportunities.
About Us
Our Company
Founded in 1956, Williams-Sonoma, Inc. is the premier specialty retailer of high-quality products for the kitchen and home in the United States. Our family of brands are Williams Sonoma, Williams Sonoma Home, Pottery Barn, Pottery Barn Kids, Pottery Barn Teen, Rejuvenation, West Elm, Mark & Graham, Outward, and GreenRow. These brands are among the best known and most respected in the industry. We offer beautifully-designed, stylish and functional products for every area of the home, including the kitchen, living room, bedroom, home office, closet, laundry room and even outdoor spaces. We've seen some big changes since our first brick-and-mortar store opened more than half of a century ago. What hasn't changed is our passion for high-quality products, functional design, outstanding customer service, and enhancing the lives of our customers and the communities where we operate. Today, we're a multi-brand, multi-channel, global enterprise supported by state-of-the-art technology and some of the most talented teams in retailing - and we're always looking for new energy and ideas.

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