Color Developer

THE ROLE

Color Developer

We are seeking a Color Developer to join our growing team. This role will support Apparel, partnering closely with our Color Forecast Expert to execute color from concept through bulk production. This role is highly detail-oriented and technical, with strong cross-functional collaboration across Merchandising, Product Development, Creative, Engineering, and Supply Chain. You’ll be responsible for ensuring color accuracy, consistency, and integrity across lab dips, testing, production, and digital representation.

Responsibilities

Color Development & Approval

Review and approve lab dips to ensure alignment with approved color standards

Evaluate color against tolerance ranges using both visual and instrumental methods

Confirm dye lot consistency across bulk production

Troubleshoot color issues and work with mills and factories to drive resolution

Testing & Quality Assurance

Manage and review color fastness testing results (wash, light, rub, etc.)

Test and validate fabric opacity to ensure coverage and quality expectations

Flag risks early and recommend corrective actions to protect color integrity

Color Management & Digitization

Support the setup and ongoing use of color management tools

Partner with the Engineering team to digitize color standards and workflows

Help build scalable, repeatable processes for color accuracy across styles and categories

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Partner with Creative to ensure PDP imagery accurately reflects approved color standards

Align with Product Development and Production teams to maintain color consistency from development through bulk

Communicate clearly with internal teams and external partners on color expectations and approvals

Qualifications

Required:

5+ years of experience in color development, textile development, or material R&D (women’s apparel preferred)

Strong understanding of dyeing processes, color tolerances, and lab/bulk workflows

Hands-on experience approving lab dips and evaluating color accuracy

Familiarity with color testing standards and reports (AATCC, ISO, etc.)

Experience with color management systems or digital color tools a plus

Exceptional attention to detail and strong organizational skills

Collaborative mindset with the ability to work across creative and technical teams

Clear communicator who’s comfortable working with vendors and factories

Motivated by working in a fast-paced collaborative environment, where flexibility to stretch into or out of functional comfort zones is crucial for team success

Proficient with MS Office/ G Suite applications including Word, Excel and Powerpoint

Preferred:

Bachelor’s Degree, preferred

All posted ranges are reflective of base salary and may vary depending upon experience level and location. Bonus and equity may also be provided for eligible roles.

Pay Range

$140,000—$160,000 USD