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Color Trend Designer Jobs (NOW HIRING)

DESIGNER - MEN'S APPAREL REPORTS TO: DIRECTOR OF TREND, CONCEPT, & INNOVATION STATUS: EXEMPT ... Ensure all assortments deliver consistent color, trend, and creative direction across targeted ...

Description Associate Designer Creates and supports the creation of product designs based on ... Keen eye for color, trend, detail and construction. Able to multi-task and prioritize based on ...

Description Associate Designer Creates and supports the creation of product designs based on ... Keen eye for color, trend, detail and construction. Able to multi-task and prioritize based on ...

DESIGNER - MEN'S APPAREL REPORTS TO: DIRECTOR OF TREND, CONCEPT, & INNOVATION STATUS: EXEMPT ... Ensure all assortments deliver consistent color, trend, and creative direction across targeted ...

Conduct market and trend research across home, lifestyle, and fashion to inform color and print ... designs perform beautifully at scale and in production * Prepare production-ready artwork files for ...

Footwear Color Designer

Beaverton, OR · On-site

$42 - $46.67/hr

Sep 7, 2026 Step into a world where your creativity shapes global trends! Aquent invites you to ... We are seeking a visionary designer for this pivotal Footwear Color Designer opportunity. You will ...

Apparel Color Designer

Beaverton, OR · On-site

$36.60 - $40.67/hr

Research fashion, cultural, and visual trends to identify relevant color and design opportunities ... Partner closely with apparel designers, product designers, and creative teams throughout the design ...

Conduct market and trend research across home, lifestyle, and fashion to inform color and print ... designs perform beautifully at scale and in production * Prepare production-ready artwork files for ...

Seasonal Trend Product Designer

Dallas, TX · On-site +1

$81K - $121K/yr

In the role of Seasonal Trend Product Designer, you will act as the creative leader for new product ... All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color ...

Apparel Color Designer

Beaverton, OR · On-site

$42 - $46.67/hr

As a visionary color expert, you will define the visual language of future apparel collections ... Stay closely connected to fashion, consumer, cultural, and marketplace trends. Required ...

Sr Designer - Men's Fleece, Tees and Polos

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$112K - $120K/yr

Senior Designer, Men's Fleece, Tees & Polos REPORTS TO: Associate Design Director Get to Know the ... Keen eye for color, trend, detail and construction. * Able to multi-task and prioritize based on ...

As a Brooks Designer II, Innovation Footwear Designer, you will execute with high design quality ... Collaborate with Inline Design and Color, Material & Trend teams to ensure strong alignment and ...

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How much do color trend designer jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for color trend designer in the United States is $23.71, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.71 and $24.04 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a color trend designer?

Color trend designers are professionals who research, forecast, and develop color palettes that influence product design, fashion, interiors, and branding. They analyze cultural, social, and economic trends to predict which colors will be popular in upcoming seasons or years. Their work often involves collaborating with designers, marketers, and manufacturers to ensure products align with current and future color trends. Color trend designers play a key role in setting visual directions that can shape entire industries.

How does a color trend designer typically collaborate with product development and marketing teams?

As a Color Trend Designer, collaboration with product development and marketing teams is an essential part of the role. You’ll work closely with product designers to ensure color palettes align with design intent and material limitations, while also partnering with marketing teams to create cohesive visual stories that resonate with target customers. Regular meetings, mood boards, and trend presentations are common tools used to align everyone on upcoming color directions, ensuring products are both trend-forward and commercially viable. This cross-functional teamwork is crucial for translating color research and trend forecasts into successful products in the marketplace.

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

To thrive as a Color Trend Designer, you need a strong background in color theory, design, trend forecasting, and often a degree in design or a related field. Familiarity with tools like Adobe Creative Suite, Pantone color systems, and trend analysis platforms is typically required. Creative vision, keen observation, and effective communication are vital soft skills for interpreting and presenting color trends. These competencies ensure that designers create innovative palettes that resonate with target audiences and keep brands ahead of market trends.

What is the difference between Color Trend Designer vs Color Consultant?

AspectColor Trend DesignerColor Consultant
CredentialsDesign degree or related certification, knowledge of color theoryColor theory knowledge, certifications like CMC or related
Work EnvironmentFashion, interior design, product developmentRetail, branding, personal styling
Industry UsageFashion, home decor, consumer productsMarketing, branding, individual clients

While both roles focus on color, a Color Trend Designer primarily forecasts and creates color palettes for industries like fashion and interior design, emphasizing trend prediction. A Color Consultant offers expert advice to clients or brands on color choices for specific projects, focusing on personalized or brand-specific color strategies. Both roles require a strong understanding of color theory but serve different purposes within the industry.

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Infographic showing various Color Trend Designer job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 20% Part Time, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $49,320 per year, or $23.7 per hour.

Footwear Color Designer I - Basketball

Baltimore, MD • On-site

Under Armour, Inc
Retail • 10K+ employees

$60K - $80K/yr

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Job description

At Under Armour, we are committed to empowering those who strive for more, and the company's values - Act Sustainably, Celebrate the Wins, Fight on Together, Love Athletes and Stand for Equality - serve as both a roadmap for our teams and the qualities expected of every teammate.

Our Values define and unite us, the beliefs that are the red thread that connects everyone at Under Armour. Our values are rallying cries, reminding us why we're here, and fueling everything we do.

Our pursuit of better begins with innovation and with our team's mission of being the best. With us, you get the freedom to go further - no matter your role. That means developing, delivering, and selling the state-of-the-art products and digital tools that make top performers even better.

This role is eligible for our Footwear Talent Sprint referral program.

Purpose of Role

We are searching for a Color Designer I to focus on and elevate Footwear Color Design. The Color Designer I will focus on color applications for various footwear categories. We’re looking for an enthusiastic and collaborative designer who is dialed into color, trends, culture and can influence future category color research and strategy.

Your Impact
  • Design and present color concepts for footwear within various sport categories, specifically the Basketball category.
  • Be a key partner in developing seasonal colorways that align with our greater color strategy.
  • Collaborate with product designers and fellow color/material designers to create go-to-market concepts.
  • Participate in design reviews with fellow footwear teammates offering insight and inspiration to the greater team
  • Provide product conceptualization and alternatives that meet the needs of the product as outlined by product marketing and the product brief.
  • Ability to push the boundaries in Footwear color, think outside the box and bring unique ideas to life
Qualifications
  • Attention to detail and experience multitasking and working under tight deadlines.
  • Passion every day to design compelling and cutting-edge product.
  • Solid understanding of construction and materials; preferably well versed in manufacturing techniques.
  • Strong taste level when it comes to color theory, color application and trends.
  • Ability to express concepts and ideas through sketching.
  • Strong presentation skills and comfortable working with a group.
  • Must be detail oriented, able to prioritize tasks and to successfully meet multiple deadlines
  • BFA or Graphic Design, Material Design, Fine Art, or a related field with 3+ years' experience.
  • Advanced user of Adobe Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator)
Workplace Location
  • Location: This individual must reside within commuting distance from our Baltimore, MD (HQ) office.
  • Work Schedule: This role follows a hybrid work schedule, requiring 4 days in-office per week.

Sponsorship Eligibility: (US ONLY) UA does not offer sponsorship of job applicants for employment-based work authorization for this position at this time.

Relocation
  • No relocation provided
Base Compensation

$60,000.00-$80,000.00USD

Most new hires fall within this range and have the opportunity to earn more over time. Initial placement within the salary range, however, is based on an individual's relevant knowledge, skills and experience for the position. UA is committed to helping our teammates succeed and advance in their careers. Base salary is only one component of our competitive Total Rewards package.

  • Paid "UA Give Back" Volunteer Days: Work alongside your team to support initiatives in your local community
  • Maternity and Parental Leave for eligible and FMLA-eligible teammates
  • Health & fitness benefits, discounts and resources- We offer teammates across the country programs to promote physical activity and overall well-being

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Our Commitment to Equal Opportunity

At Under Armour, we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), military and veteran status, family or paternal status and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Under Armour seeks to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people representing a wide variety of backgrounds and perspectives. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact our Human Resources team via candidateaccommodations@underarmour.com.

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