Footwear Color Designer II
Under Armour
full-time
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Location Type: Hybrid
Location: Portland • Oregon • United States
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Salary
💰 $79,259 - $108,981 per year
About the role
- The Designer II, Color – Footwear is responsible for elevating color design across multiple product categories.
- Collaborate closely with a cross-functional design pod to build palettes, shape seasonal color strategies, and bring innovative color stories to life on footwear products.
- Develop seasonal color narratives rooted in brand direction, athlete insights, culture, and trend research.
- Build cohesive color palettes that amplify product intent and clearly communicate story, mood, and performance goals.
- Apply color to footwear models with a balance of creativity, technical accuracy, and brand alignment.
- Own color CADs, material callouts, and final color tech packs with precision and consistency.
- Ensure designs meet functional requirements for performance-driven products, including durability, visibility, and material behavior.
- Present color concepts and strategies clearly and persuasively to stakeholders at all levels.
Requirements
- Strong portfolio demonstrating color strategy, storytelling, and a refined understanding of how color impacts product performance and consumer perception.
- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop) and digital rendering tools; experience with 3D color application a plus.
- Deep understanding of materials, finishes, and how color interacts with different textiles, synthetics, and performance materials.
- Ability to balance creative vision with technical accuracy, feasibility, and brand guidelines.
- Excellent communication, presentation, and collaboration skills; able to influence and inspire cross-functional teams.
- Passion for color, athletics, sport culture, and consumer trends—always curious, always looking ahead.
- Bachelor’s degree in Color Design, Industrial Design, Footwear Design, Fashion Design, or related field; or equivalent professional experience, recommended not required.
Benefits
- Paid "UA Give Back" Volunteer Days: Work alongside your team to support initiatives in your local community
- Under Armour Merchandise Discounts
- Competitive 401(k) plan matching
- 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
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
color strategycolor storytellingcolor applicationcolor CADsmaterial calloutscolor tech packsdigital rendering3D color applicationunderstanding of materialsunderstanding of finishes
Soft Skills
communication skillspresentation skillscollaboration skillsinfluencing skillscreativitytechnical accuracyfeasibility assessmentbrand alignmentpassion for colorcuriosity
Certifications
Bachelor’s degree in Color DesignBachelor’s degree in Industrial DesignBachelor’s degree in Footwear DesignBachelor’s degree in Fashion Design