The Designer II, Color – Footwear is responsible for elevating color design across multiple product categories. This role blends creative intuition with strategic color application to drive compelling narratives that enhance athlete performance and brand identity. You will collaborate closely with a cross-functional design pod to build palettes, shape seasonal color strategies, and bring innovative color stories to life on footwear products. We’re seeking an enthusiastic, collaborative designer with an exceptional eye for color, a strong grasp of cultural and sport trends, and the ability to lead concepts through execution with clarity and originality. Your Impact Color Storytelling & Strategy Develop seasonal color narratives rooted in brand direction, athlete insights, culture, and trend research. Build cohesive color palettes that amplify product intent and clearly communicate story, mood, and performance goals. Translate high-level strategy into actionable color application across footwear lines. Design Execution Apply color to footwear models with a balance of creativity, technical accuracy, and brand alignment. Own color CA - Ds, material callouts, and final color tech packs with precision and consistency. Ensure designs meet functional requirements for performance-driven products, including durability, visibility, and material behavior. Cross-Functional Collaboration Partner closely with Footwear Design, Product Line Management, Color Materials, Engineering, and Development teams to drive alignment from concept through production. Present color concepts and strategies clearly and persuasively to stakeholders at all levels. Maintain strong vendor and material partner communication to ensure color accuracy and feasibility. Trend, Culture & Market Awareness Stay connected to sport culture, fashion, art, and global color trends, translating insights into innovative solutions. Monitor competitor landscape and emerging palettes to help position the brand at the forefront of the industry. Operational Excellence Manage timelines and deliverables across multiple projects with strong organizational skills. Champion color integrity through all phases of development, including sample reviews, lab dips, and production rounds. Leverage digital tools, libraries, and color management systems to maintain standards and efficiency. Qualifications Strong portfolio demonstrating color strategy, storytelling, and a refined understanding of how color impacts product performance and consumer perception. Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop) and digital rendering tools; experience with 3 D color application a plus. Deep understanding of materials, finishes, and how color interacts with different textiles, synthetics, and performance materials. Ability to balance creative vision with technical accuracy, feasibility, and brand guidelines. Excellent communication, presentation, and collaboration skills; able to influence and inspire cross-functional teams. Passion for color, athletics, sport culture, and consumer trends—always curious, always looking ahead. Bachelor’s degree in Color Design, Industrial Design, Footwear Design, Fashion Design, or related field; or equivalent professional experience, recommended not required. 6 years of experience Workplace Location Location: This individual must reside within commuting distance from our Baltimore, MD (HQ) office. Work Schedule: This role follows a hybrid work schedule, requiring 4 days in-office per week. Sponsorship Eligibility: (US ONLY) UA does not offer sponsorship of job applicants for employment-based work authorization for this position at this time. Relocation Relocation may be provided up to a specified amount