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Color Designer Jobs in Portland, OR (NOW HIRING)

Senior Graphic Designer

Portland, OR · On-site

$60K - $80K/yr

Position Summary The Senior Graphic Designer is the hands-on design lead forTilray Beveragesbrand ... Prepare and review dielines, color builds, and production files with print vendors, and see work ...

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DC is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Architectural Designer III to lead the design and ... We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender ...

What You'll Do As a Project Designer, you'll guide customers through the design and remodeling ... We are committed to equal employment opportunity (regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion ...

What You'll Do As a Project Designer, you'll guide customers through the design and remodeling ... We are committed to equal employment opportunity (regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion ...

Footwear Designer I

Portland, OR · On-site

$60K - $90K/yr

As a Designer I on our Inline Development team, you will create innovative footwear concepts with a ... Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex ...

Revit Designer

Portland, OR · On-site

$75K - $90K/yr

About the Opportunity We are looking for a Revit Designer I-IV to join our Water team. This ... race, color, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), sexual ...

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Graphic Designer

Tualatin, OR · Hybrid

$35 - $50/hr

... color, templates, and visual standards. • Review and approve assets produced by marketing ... designer Top Skills Details Graphic design,Adobe creative suite,Design,Adobe,Adobe illustrator ...

Footwear Designer I

Portland, OR · On-site

$60K - $90K/yr

As a Designer I on our Inline Development team, you will create innovative footwear concepts with a ... Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex ...

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Junior Graphic Designer

Beaverton, OR · On-site

$21.50 - $28.50/hr

Job Title: Junior Graphic Designer Location: Beaverton, OR 97005 Duration: 04 months Pay Range ... Adobe illustrator, pre-press color separations, maintaining files for product design * Strong ...

Footwear Designer I

Portland, OR · On-site

$60K - $90K/yr

As a Designer I on our Inline Development team, you will create innovative footwear concepts with a ... Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex ...

Apparel Designer

Beaverton, OR · On-site

$51 - $56.67/hr

Collaborate closely with a diverse team of designers, including graphic and color specialists, as well as cross-functional partners in product management, merchandising, material/trim development ...

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How much do color designer jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for color designer in Portland, OR is $25.15, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.91 and $25.48 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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.

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.

Infographic showing various Color Designer job openings in Portland, OR as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 66% Full Time, 17% Part Time, and 17% Contract. Highlights an 83% In-person, and 17% Hybrid job distribution, with an average salary of $52,320 per year, or $25.2 per hour.

Industrial Designer 1

Portland, OR • On-site

Garmin International, Inc.
Electronics and Appliance Stores • 10K+ employees

$136K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 21 days ago


Garmin rating

8.8

Company rating: 8.8 out of 10

Based on 45 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

Overview
We are seeking a full-time Industrial Designer 1 at our office in Portland, OR. The Industrial Design team's mission is to create compelling product designs that fuse aesthetics, usability, and technology. You will be part of a global team creating designs for cycling computers, outdoor handhelds, dash cams, marine radars, as well as a growing range of wearables for wellness, running, outdoor, golf, kids, and scuba diving.
As an Industrial Designer, you will collaborate closely with engineering and leadership partners to create innovative products for the Outdoor, Fitness, and Marine markets. You will experience a wide variety of projects within a dynamic and collaborative environment and participate in the Garmin design process giving designers the opportunity to contribute throughout the entire product lifecycle, from initial sketches and refinement to prototyping and mass production.
Essential Functions
  • Explore a wide variety of compelling design options for Garmin's consumer product markets
  • Understand and apply future trends in design, technology, and materials
  • Create 3D models using Solidworks and OnShape for product development and prototyping
  • Communciate concepts and ideas through verbal, visual, and written means
  • Understand needs and desires of our customers
  • Collaborate with design, engineering, marketing, and management teams to translate project goals into relevant design solutions
  • Work with a team of prototype specialists to create in-house appearance models

Basic Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Design, Product Design, or related field OR an equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Excellent academics (cumulative GPA greater than or equal to 3.0 as a general rule)
  • Must demonstrate knowledge, education, experience and/or training necessary to use tools such as SolidWorks, OnShape, Keyshot, CorelDRAW Graphics Suite, Adobe Creative Suite, Procreate, and Sketchbook Pro
  • Excellent hand sketching skills
  • Ability to rapidly explore a wide variety of styling options (forms, colors, finishes, materials, etc.)
  • Courage to explore new ideas

Desired Qualifications
  • Outstanding academics (cumulative GPA greater than or equal to 3.5)

Garmin International is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran's status, age or disability.
This position is eligible for Garmin's benefit program. Details can be found here: Garmin Benefits

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