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About the Role

As a Designer 1 focused on Footwear Colour, you will support the colour creative process through the development and delivery of seasonal direction. Working closely with the Design team and cross-functional partners, you will apply seasonal colour direction and athlete insights to create colour that is both expressive and built for purpose. You will help bring this process to life in line with Arc'teryx brand standards, design and product principles, and colour merchandising philosophies.

Responsibilities

Translate seasonal direction, trend insight and Arc’teryx brand standards into colour palettes for seasonal, regional and multichannel collections
Take a technical approach to colour application, informed by athlete insights
Develop colour expressions for an assigned portfolio of footwear products with Colour Design lead and Product Designers
Partner with Merchandisers and Colour Designers to keep colour consistent across categories
Support continuance, retail flow and regional assortment planning with Product Management, Merchandising and Design
Bring colour merchandising to life through outfit coordination, assortment aesthetics and cross-merchandising direction
Research and curate external colour, trend and industry references to fuel the creative process
Help build presentations that communicate seasonal direction, global trends and colour theory

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Design, Fine Arts or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Experience in colour, trend, footwear, apparel, fashion or another design discipline
Working knowledge of trend, style and colour theory, with a growing understanding of global trends and colour harmony
Strong colour acuity and the ability to apply colour direction precisely
Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Creative Suite, with the ability to build clear visual presentations
Understanding of the line development and retail buying process
Strong attention to detail and accuracy across colour and product documentation
Able to work to critical path timelines and meet deadlines
Clear communicator and strong cross-functional collaborator
Takes direction and feedback well and contributes positively to the team
Awareness of global markets and cultural differences
Knowledge of colour development, including lab dips, colour standards, colourfastness and digital colour assessment
Ability to tell stories through visual communication
Knowledge of Arc’teryx and other outdoor products and how they’re used
Proactive, resourceful problem solver who spots issues early and finds practical solutions aligned with team and brand standards
Flexible and adaptable when priorities shift
Balances independent work with collaboration
Curious, with ideas that drive continuous improvement

Skills

Colour
Trend
Footwear
Apparel
Fashion
Design
Colour theory
Global trends
Colour harmony
Colour acuity
Adobe Illustrator
Creative Suite
Visual presentations
Line development
Retail buying
Attention to detail
Accuracy
Critical path timelines
Communication
Collaboration
Global markets
Cultural differences
Colour development
Lab dips
Colour standards
Colourfastness
Digital colour assessment
Visual communication
Outdoor products
Problem solving
Adaptability
Independent work
Teamwork
Curiosity
Continuous improvement

Location

Portland, OR

Work Type

Onsite

Experience Level

Designer 1

Education Level

Bachelor's degree in Design, Fine Arts or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Salary/Compensations

USD$70,000 - USD$92,000

Benefits

Extended health, dental, and vision coverage, including mental health support, fertility benefits, and a 24/7 Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Immediately vested 401(k) retirement savings plan matching, eligibility for Arc'teryx Annual Incentive Plan and access to Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP), where applicable
Paid time off, and No Wasted Day program (dedicated paid days to get outside & explore)
Parental leave for birthing and non-birthing parents, including an option to ease the transition back to work
Professional development opportunities, Arc'teryx Academies (outdoor skill-building events), Employee Belonging Councils, and access to employee discounts and Pro Deals (exclusive discounted pricing on gear)

About the Company

We believe that the mountains transform us, that how we adventure matters, and that there’s always a better way.
Join us in creating positive change in ourselves, our communities, and the world.
Live it. Get out there - the mountains make us better
Disruptive evolution. In pursuit of better. Always.
Commit. We set bold objectives and see them through.

Equal Opportunity

Arc’teryx is committed to actively creating and fostering a culture of inclusivity where voices are heard, people are seen, and values are respected. We care about the uniqueness of our applicants, employees, and guests, and we do so in a safe space fueled by curiosity and acceptance.
Creating an inclusive workplace is connected to our core value Do Right while also having the added benefit of helping make our business better. We believe inclusion helps us to create a healthier, happier workplace, drive creativity and innovation, and reflect the communities where we operate.
All applicants, employees, and guests can expect equality of opportunity and fair treatment in alignment with our values.