Color Design 2

Position: Color Designer II
Location: Beaverton, OR
Contract Duration: 6-months contract through March 28, 2027 (hard end date)

About the Role

We are seeking a Color Graphics Designer to support upcoming projects within the NSW Apparel Color Design team. This role focuses on creating and refining color-driven graphic concepts for apparel and lifestyle products. The ideal candidate combines strong graphic design skills with a high level of color sensibility, creativity, and attention to detail.

This is a highly collaborative and directive role where you'll work closely with the design team to execute graphics ranging from simple logo applications to more complex and expressive creative artwork.

Key Responsibilities

• Create and develop graphic concepts for apparel and lifestyle products.
• Apply strong color sensibility to graphic artwork and design solutions.
• Work within established color palettes and brand direction.
• Edit and refine pre-existing graphics and image assets as needed.
• Develop presentation materials to communicate design concepts, process, and storytelling.
• Collaborate with the Apparel Color Design team to execute seasonal and project-based initiatives.
• Ensure accuracy, consistency, and quality across all graphic deliverables.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 3+ years of experience in graphic design, color graphics, apparel design, industrial design, or related creative disciplines.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating:
  • Color-focused design work
  • Graphic artwork and logo development
  • Diverse creative projects
  • Design process and storytelling
• Strong proficiency with:
  • Adobe Illustrator
  • Adobe Photoshop
• Demonstrated ability to create a wide range of graphics, from simple branded assets to highly creative and complex visual concepts.
• Strong aesthetic judgment and understanding of color, lifestyle, and trend-driven design.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with pre-developed color palettes and existing graphic assets.
• Experience in color design.
• Familiarity with:
  • Miro
  • Vizcom
  • AI-powered design tools
• Strong attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and ability to think quickly in a fast-paced environment.
• Previous experience within or the broader apparel, fashion, or sporting goods industry