Freelance Color & Material Sneaker Designer

ALOHAS; Barcelona; A distancia; EUR 30.000 - 50.000; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

A fashion-forward company in Barcelona is seeking a Freelance Color & Material Sneaker Designer. The role requires a keen eye for design, a strong portfolio, and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams. Ideal candidates will have over 3 years of experience in the sneaker industry and possess a deep understanding of color theory and material properties. This freelance position offers flexibility and creative autonomy.

Formación

• 3+ years of experience in color and material design, preferably within the sneaker industry.
• Strong portfolio showcasing product innovation in colors and materials.
• Excellent knowledge of material properties and sustainable options.

Responsabilidades

• Lead the process of material and color selection for sneaker styles.
• Prepare and update technical drawings and design documentation.
• Conduct research on sneaker trends and consumer behaviors.

Conocimientos

Color and material design

Trend research

Collaboration with cross-functional teams

Strong sense of style and storytelling

Herramientas

Adobe Creative Suite

3D visualization tools

Descripción del empleo

Job Details

AT ALOHAS, we are seeking a Freelance Color & Material Sneaker Designer with a keen eye for detail, a deep understanding of sneaker aesthetics, and a passion for storytelling through materials. In this role, you will be responsible for bringing color and material narratives to life across our sneaker collections, working closely with our internal design and product teams to create premium, trend-forward strategies.

This is a freelance position offering flexibility and creative autonomy, ideal for a designer who thrives in a fast-paced, fashion-forward environment.

YOUR CHALLENGE

• Material & Color Innovation: Lead the process of material and color selection for our existing iconic sneaker styles with guidance from our Head of Design to innovate our icons and complete our seasonal Range Plan.
• Development Cycle: Autonomously prepare and update technical drawings, spec sheets, and design documentation for development and production and lead the development process from concept to final prototype.
• Trend Research & Innovation: Conduct research on sneaker trends, consumer behaviors, and competitors to support design inspiration and innovation strategy.
• Concept Development: Contribute to the creation of mood boards, material / color stories, sketches, and prototypes to visualize ideas.
• Team Collaboration: Work alongside other designers, product development, merchandising and sourcing teams to ensure the feasibility and execution of designs.

YOU WILL ROCK AT THIS ROLE IF YOU...

• Have 3+ years of experience in color and material design, preferably within the sneaker industry.
• Have a strong portfolio showcasing product innovation, with a focus on colors and materials in the sneaker category.
• Are proficient in tools such as Adobe Creative Suite, and ideally familiar with 3D visualization tools and rendering software.
• Have excellent knowledge of material properties, sustainable options, and current industry innovations.
• Are an expert in color theory, textile selection, and trend interpretation.
• Can work independently and meet deadlines while collaborating remotely with cross-functional teams.
• Bring a strong sense of style, curiosity, and storytelling to everything you do.
• Are passionate about sneaker culture, fashion, and materials innovation.