Job Description
Sr. Color Designer - HOKA Apparel
At Deckers Brands, Together, Every Step is a promise kept that every employee can bring their authentic self, is valued and supported, as a whole person, at work and beyond. Together, Every Step is how we continue to deliver exceptional business results, experience an amazing place to work, and have a positive impact on the communities and world around us.
Job Title: Sr Color Designer – HOKA Apparel
Reports to: Sr. Director, Product – HOKA Apparel
Location: Portland, Oregon
The Role
The Senior Color Designer is among the most critical roles in Apparel Product Creation. This role will work with the Creative Leaders at HOKA to develop seasonal palettes based on trend, defining and augmenting HOKA’s identity within the marketplace, and ultimately coloring product to serve the style needs of the range of HOKA consumers.
We celebrate diversity--of your background, your experiences and your unique identity. We are committed to ensuring an inclusive and equitable workplace where all of our employees can Come as They Are. We believe that when we bring our different perspectives to work, we are truly Better Together.
Your Impact
The primary functions of this role, include but are not limited to:
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Create color stories that meet category needs and align with overall brand creative direction.
- Creates and maintains color CADS for Apparel Line, ensuring accurate information is handed off to their development counterparts.
- Work closely with apparel design, and product development to understand materials choices and design limitations maintaining specific pricing goals.
- Supports leadership on seasonal inspiration planning and color palette build out. Contributing color insights as well as brand level direction.
- Work collaboratively with Apparel designers to deliver color and material finishes that celebrate their work.
- Collaborates closely with development and PLM team to design products to meet product briefs at target cost.
- Work with development and material team to ensure color execution matches intention
- High level knowledge of current consumer and market trends and the ability to interpret those trends into commercial product.
WHO YOU ARE
- Passionate and knowledgeable about apparel and apparel trends
- Ability to effectively prepare and present information in a visually compelling way; Ability to articulate creative concepts to a broad audience
- Highly motivated team player and self-starter
- Excellent verbal, visual, and written communication skills and problem-solving abilities.
- Excellent project management and organizational skills; ability to multi-task in a fast paced environment, deadline and process driven; exceptional attention to detail.
- Knowledge of product design, construction techniques, and appropriate use of materials, including extensive knowledge and full understanding of apparel product design
We’d love to hear from people with
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience in the fashion industry
- 7+ years related apparel color design experience.
- Experience creating CADS and merchandising boards.
- Advanced understanding of Apparel construction and process.
- Proficient in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and Keynote, openness to learning Keyshot or 3D software as needed to support color process.
What We'll Give You
- Competitive Pay and Bonuses - We’ve created a variety of competitive compensation programs to foster career development, reward success and to show our employees just how much they’re valued.
- Financial Planning and wellbeing - No matter what financial goals our employees have set, we want to help them get there. Our plans provide powerful ways to protect income, pay for expenses and invest in the future.
- Time away from work - Sometimes we need time away to be with family, focus on our health or just simply recharge. Our plans support our employees’ needs to get out, get healthy and come back stronger than ever.
- Extras, discounts and perks - Being a valued member of the Deckers Brands team means more than just a paycheck. From generous discounts to community-based programs, we offer a variety of cool extras
- Growth and Development - Deckers Brands was built on the idea of pursuing passion. That’s why we offer extensive opportunities and support for personal and professional development.
- Health and Wellness - There’s nothing basic about our comprehensive health and wellness programs and offerings. While at work and at play, we aim to support a healthy lifestyle.
Individual pay will be determined by location and additional factors, including job related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary for your preferred location during the hiring process.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Diversity and inclusion are key to our success. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and our employees are people with different strengths, experiences and backgrounds who share a passion for our brands. We welcome qualified applicants regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, military or veteran status, mental or physical disability, medical condition and all of the other beautiful parts of your identity.
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