Product Developer / Colorist

We are looking for a results-driven Product Developer / Colorist to manage the development lifecycle of private label activewear. This role partners closely with design, technical design, production, and external partners to deliver high-performance, trend-forward products. This role has a potential to be 4 days a week in office and 1 day remote.

The ideal candidate is detail oriented, highly organized, has a good sense of color and strong communication skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Review and approve all lab dips, strike offs, shade bands, and bulk submits and communicate with overseas factories and cross functional teams. Conduct Spectrophotometer and lightbox readings as needed.
• Communicate with external cross functional teams.
• Evaluate pre-production and production garments, collaborating closely with product and technical design teams to ensure accurate product and expectation were established.
• Demonstrate meticulous attention to detail, ensuring accuracy in all tech packs and verifying information for internal and external partners.
• Maintain accurate records, spreadsheets and development documents.
• Manage seasonal color library for use by the design team.
• Update comments and data in PLM systems.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in color / apparel product development (activewear experience strongly preferred)
• Experience reviewing and evaluating lab dips, strike-offs, and color submits against established standards. Knowledge working with Spectrophotometer and light box a plus
• Experience working with overseas factories
• Knowledge of garment construction