Footwear Color Designer Cella - 3.1 Beaverton, OR Job Details Full-time $42 - $45 an hour 1 hour ago Benefits AD&D insurance Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Vision insurance Life insurance Qualifications CAD file management Visual storytelling Project timeline management Color theory Fashion trend analysis Managing design projects Graphic design software Brand storytelling Managing projects Technical Proficiency Cross-functional communication File organization

Full Job Description Location:

Beaverton, OregonJob Type:

ContractCompensation Range:

$42 - 45 per hourCella is seeking an experienced Color Designer for an exciting 6-month contract opportunity based on-site in Beaverton, Oregon. This role offers the unique opportunity to design and execute compelling seasonal color stories, palettes, and market-right product executions for iconic and next-generation footwear lines.

Responsibilities:

Product Color Design:

Develop and execute seasonal color palettes, stories, and product-specific solutions from concept through commercialization. Review physical samples and communicate detailed revisions to ensure high color accuracy and execution standards.

Creative & Trend Research:

Research global fashion, lifestyle, color, and sneaker culture trends. Utilize consumer insights to build distinct narrative moodboards and drive innovative seasonal color directions.

Product Execution & Documentation:

Maintain precise line art, CAD file organization, and color specification documentation across product lines to hit all operational milestones.

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

Coordinate with Development and Materials teams on material applications, finishes, and special effects while communicating design intent clearly across departments.

Team Contribution:

Share color design expertise and best practices within the studio while providing support and mentorship to junior design team members

Qualifications:

Education & Experience:

Bachelor's degree in Design, Color Design, Industrial Design, Fashion Design, or equivalent experience, paired with 5+ years of dedicated color design experience (footwear experience strongly preferred).

Portfolio Requirement:

A comprehensive portfolio demonstrating strong color storytelling, context-driven choices, moodboards, and narrative development within the streetwear, lifestyle, or sportswear spaces.

Technical Proficiency:

Expert-level mastery of Adobe Creative Suite, specifically Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop, alongside standard CAD file management.

Industry Knowledge:

Deep understanding of sneaker culture, color theory, consumer trends, materials, finishes, and the end-to-end product creation process.

Professional Skills:

Proven ability to manage multiple project timelines simultaneously with exceptional collaboration, organization, and cross-functional communication skills.

JOBID:

082026-144888#LI-CELLA#LI-AU2#

PLEqual Opportunity Employer:

Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

At Cella, a randstad digital company, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Cella by randstad digital offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility). This posting is open for thirty (30) days.