Production Colorist

Fourth Floor; New York (NY); On-site; USD 62,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the retail apparel and fashion industry is seeking a Colorist for a temporary role with potential for permanent placement. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of experience in color and product development, strong communication skills, and proficiency in relevant software. Responsibilities include collaborating with production teams, ensuring color accuracy, and managing artwork updates. This is a mid-senior level position based in New York, offering a competitive hourly pay range.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years relevant experience in color, product development, or production.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the Production Graphics Manager and Production Artist.
• Provide feedback on graphic strike-offs and bulk trims.
• Manage artwork updates for cross-functional teams.

Skills

Communication

Attention to Detail

Time Management

Tools

Excel

Word

Adobe Illustrator

Job description

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This range is provided by Fourth Floor. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$30.00/hr - $35.00/hr

Our client is seeking a Colorist to join their team! This role is on an ongoing temporary basis, with the potential to convert to permanent.

Responsibilities:

• Work closely with the Production Graphics Manager and Production Artist.
• Facilitate pitch sheets with artists and ensure artwork aligns with design intent.
• Provide feedback on graphic strike-offs and bulk trims from development to final production.
• Review strike-off submissions for execution, color accuracy, hand feel, and print quality.
• Communicate color comments to factories.
• Create Graphic Lab Dip (GLD) & Charts.
• Access Fabric Team Charts for necessary information.
• Create wash test and submit forms for strike-off approvals.
• Guide overseas factories on strike-off aesthetics.
• Test graphics to ensure quality for bulk production.
• Use the light box for proper color evaluation.
• Manage artwork updates for cross-functional teams, including Style Guides, Line Sheets, and PLM.
• Assist with sending domestic and international packages.

Qualifications:

• 3-5 years relevant experience in color, product development, or production.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including liaising with overseas factories and suppliers.
• Knowledge of color theory, color matching, screen printing, and printing techniques.
• Understanding of sourcing, development, and production processes.
• Proficiency in Excel, Word, and Adobe Illustrator; PLM experience is a plus.
• Strong sense of urgency, attention to detail, and excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks efficiently.

Please submit your resume for consideration.

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Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Contract

Job function

• Production and Administrative

Industries

• Retail Apparel and Fashion

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