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Organization
Job Title
COLORIST
Location
New York, New York
Country
United States
Region
NY Metro
Position type
Permanent
Category
Apparel
Textiles
Job Function
Color Specialist
Design - Graphic / Prints
Experience level
Entry Level
Education level
Bachelor's Degree

COLORIST

Responsibilities:

  • Maintain color standard library updating each season in partnership with design.
  • Aid research and forecast of color trends at least 1 year in advance to keep with design/production calendar.
  • Assist in distribution of color standards and other requirements for in-house designers, product developers, sourcing and merchants.
  • Assist in maintaining complete and accurate color coordination books and color standard books as well as physical filings within the department.
  • Create, track and manage color approvals in company’s computer systems.
  • Provide weekly color progress reports on color approval to manager and sourcing partners.
  • Educate vendors as needed on Elie Tahari color evaluation program. 

Job Requirements:

  • 1-2 years production in technical color  and fabric preferred.
  • Superior Score on the Munsell 100 Hue Test preferred
  • Excellent color, print and product sense.
  • Thorough technical knowledge of textiles, color technology, dyeing and printing techniques and/or willingness to learn.
  • Strong problem-solving skills, ability to interact and resolve color issues with vendors and internal departments.
  • Bachelors’ degree in textile technology, textile chemistry, textile science or color chemistry a plus.
  • Visual and Instrumental color evaluation experience preferred
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Proficiency in PC Operations, MS office, and color systems.