Color Designer

OverviewAt REI, we believe great design helps people connect with the outdoors. As a Color Designer, you shape how our products look and feel through color. You create palettes that are inspiring, on-brand, and right for our customers.You partner with teams across Product Strategy, Design, Materials, and Marketing to build strong color stories for each season. You also track trends, support seasonal themes, and keep color tools and files accurate. Your work helps deliver a clear and consistent REI design language.Responsibilities And QualificationsSupport seasonal color strategy and storytelling at the category levelBuild and manage color tools, including palettes, standards, and matchingResearch trends and create mood boards and seasonal color directionPartner with cross‑functional teams to align color with product goalsMaintain color libraries and update digital files and PLM systemsFollow timelines and support the color process from concept to deliveryQualifications4–5+ years of experience in color, apparel, product, or material designBachelor’s degree in Product Design or related field, or equivalent experienceSkill in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, InDesign) and MS OfficeStrong eye for color, detail, and visual quality across productsAbility to manage deadlines and work within a product calendarClear communication and ability to collaborate across teamsWhat You BringYou are curious about trends, materials, and the outdoor industry. You think about the customer and how color impacts their experience. You stay organized, solve problems, and adjust as needs change. You enjoy working with others and sharing ideas to improve the product.ClosingAt REI, we believe the outdoors is for all. We are committed to becoming a fully inclusive, anti-racist, multicultural organization. We know that there's strength in our diversity – that each employee brings unique skills, experiences, and perspectives. Every day you are driving change, fostering a culture of respect, and