Colorist

Our client is a growing children's fashion brand known for its playful prints, vibrant color stories, and strong design point of view. They are expanding their design team and seeking a technically strong Color Analyst to support continued growth and seasonal execution.Job Summary:The Temporary Color Analyst will focus on the technical and operational aspects of color development and print quality, ensuring accuracy and consistency across a range of substrates and print techniques. This role partners closely with Product Development, Print Design, and Design to uphold approved color standards and creative intent across seasonal collections.Key Responsibilities:• Evaluate and comment on print strike-offs and solid lab dips, executing company standards for production approval• Ensure color cohesion and consistency across substrates and mill partners• Maintain and organize physical seasonal color palettes and color libraries• Identify and communicate color variances or print process challenges with clear, actionable feedback• Distribute seasonal color standards to global color offices• Partner with Print Design to support optimized color files and CAD printouts for internal and external review• Assist in selecting potential color matches as needed• Contribute to digital color management and color innovation initiativesQualifications:• Bachelor's degree in Textile Science, Color Science, or related field• 2–4 years of experience in color analysis or print/lab dip evaluation within apparel or textiles• Exceptional visual color acuity (Munsell Color Hue test required)• Proficiency with spectrophotometers and X-Rite color management software• Experience with Adobe Illustrator and Google Workspace• Understanding of fabric construction, print techniques, and finishing impacts on color• Experience with PLM/PDM systems preferred• Children's apparel experience is a plus• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple seasons in a fast-paced environmentIf you are detail-oriented, technically strong in color evaluation, and excited to support a growing children's fashion brand, I'd love to connect.