Apparel and Color Designer I

Stio

Apparel Designer I at Stio supporting Design team initiatives for outerwear and sportswear. Conducting research and managing documentation while collaborating across teams.

Posted 7/15/2026full-timeRemote • Colorado, Utah, Wyoming • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $55,000 - $65,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in color and design management throughout the product lifecycle, with a strong focus on seasonal trends, merchandising strategy, and collaboration with cross-functional teams. Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite and capable of managing multiple projects while aligning with brand aesthetics.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Color And Design ManagementAdobe Creative Suite ProficiencyProduct Lifecycle ParticipationMerchandising Strategy ExecutionTrend Research And Analysis

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Hard Skills

Color ResearchDesign Documentation ManagementPrint Layout DirectionAccessory DesignVisual Reference Gathering

Soft Skills

Project ManagementCollaborationProactive Communication

Tools & Technologies

AI Design Tools3D Design Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree In Creative Design

Industry Keywords

Seasonal Color R&DGTM DatesFabric And Product DevelopmentMerchandisingBrand Aesthetic

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Yarn

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Utilize trend services and participate in industry trade shows and outdoor activities to stay current and protect the brand aesthetic
Research emerging trends to inform early-season color and concept work
Support seasonal color R&D through market research and brand knowledge
Manage color and design documentation, keeping merchandising and PLM partners informed of key updates
Partner with fabric, product development, production teams, and overseas vendors on seasonal color work and sampling
Gather visual references (photos, reports, samples) to support creative direction
Manage workload and deliverables against seasonal timeline and key go-to-market (GTM) dates
Identify new findings, trims, and accessories to support product end use and retail detail
Support seasonal print layout direction for clear merchandising and storytelling
Manage print assets and artwork setup
Partner with the Materials Manager to align prints and yarn dyes with seasonal color direction
Assist Senior Color Designer and Design management with seasonal logo/graphics inspiration and artwork contractor follow-up
Design accessories/logowear through the full product lifecycle
Manage multiple projects at once, prioritizing by stakeholder and importance
Push design vision forward with proactive input, staying true to brand mission and values
Understanding of AI and 3D Design tools a plus

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree or higher in creative design
Portfolio recommended
3+ years professional design experience
Participated in the complete product lifecycle
Execution of merchandising strategy
Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Dental Vision plans
Company Paid Long Term Disability
Employee Assistance Programs
401k with Match
Generous paid time off policies
Gear test, perks and more