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Senior Specialist - Color Designer Performance Footwear

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At a Glance

Location
Zurich
Experience
5+ years
Posted
2026-06-18T14:34:36-04:00

Key Requirements

Domain Knowledge

  • Energy

Responsibilities

Disruptive Color Blocking & Creation:

Lead the creation of innovative color blocking strategies that alter product perception, maximize visual impact, and redefine how performance products read on and off the road, track, and court.

Strategize and execute consumer-focused color work specifically tailored to the elite performance world.

Out-of-the-Box Narrative Building:

Develop highly creative narratives that push boundaries while maintaining a connection to the overarching CD color umbrella, utilizing advanced renders and dynamic visual communication to bring these concepts to life.

Cross-Functional Synergy (Apparel HT2):

Team

Our Color Team plays a pivotal role in shaping the visual identity and aesthetic appeal of our products across all categories. Comprising talented professionals with diverse backgrounds, our team collaborates seamlessly to deliver innovative and trend-setting designs that resonate with our consumers and elevate our brand presence in the market. In essence, our Color Team serves as the creative powerhouse pulling together past, present, and future perspectives to drive the visual experience of our products. Through a collaborative and multidisciplinary approach, we craft compelling color design solutions that captivate consumers, differentiate our brand, and inspire lasting connections in the competitive marketplace.

About the Company

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Design, Color Sciences, Graphic Design, Fine Arts, or a related field.

5+ years of experience in the footwear industry, with a proven track record specifically within high-performance footwear.

A portfolio that demonstrates "out-of-the-box" thinking, complex color-blocking expertise, and an innate understanding of how color interacts with movement.

Demonstrated ability to work completely independently, self-manage stress, and make critical design decisions under tight deadlines.

Deep technical knowledge of color processes across technical, performance-driven materials.

Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and 3D visualization programs.