Colorist

About Us

Centric Brands is a leading lifestyle brand collective that designs, sources, markets and sells high quality products in multiple segments, including women’s, men’s and kid’s apparel, accessories, entertainment and beauty. Centric Brands is focused on our customers and our brands that will drive the company’s future growth. We are defined by innovation as we seize new opportunities and thrive in an environment informed by creativity and thinking that is both analytical and outside the box. Centric Brands reflects a team built on respect, for others and for the hard work it takes to achieve our goals and build our bright future together.

Specific Responsibilities Would Include

Overall Responsibilities

 

Oversee end-to-end approval processes for artwork placement, color execution, and production strike-offs, ensuring alignment with brand and quality standards. Demonstrate strong color acuity with the ability to accurately evaluate, differentiate, and articulate nuanced color variations. Possess exceptional communication and cross-functional collaboration skills, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while partnering effectively with New York–based teams. Roles & Responsibilities• Review and approve color, layout, strike-offs, lab dips, and trim submissions to ensure brand and production standards are met • Manage daily communication and follow-up with factory partners regarding approvals and production updates • Proof and evaluate pre-production samples for accuracy and quality • Maintain flexibility to support team priorities and meet shifting production deadlines • Accurately assess color and provide clear, actionable feedback to factory partners • Ensure color consistency across product sets and collections • Enter detailed and concise comments into Flex PLM • Identify artwork discrepancies and proactively address potential issues • Apply knowledge of fabrication capabilities and print limitations during the approval process • Create color cards and coordinate color standard requests • Support overall team operations and daily workflow needs Customers & Relationships• Manage approvals in alignment with production timelines and key deadlines • Ensure compliance with licensing protocols for strike-off submissions • Build and maintain professional relationships with internal teams and external partners • Communicate effectively across cross-functional teams and global partners • Maintain awareness of account-specific requirements and standards • Support divisional deadlines through strong prioritization and time management

 

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Our Best Fit Candidate Would Have

Additional Requirements

 

Skills & Qualifications• Strong color acuity and attention to detail • Knowledge of character licensing requirements and approval processes • Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment • Experience with licensing and Flex PLM preferred • Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills

 

 

 

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