Colour and Materials Strategist
7 days ago
Job Summary:
We are seeking a highly skilled Colour and Materials Designer to join our team at Contechs. As a key member of our Design department, you will be responsible for leading the development of innovative colour and materials solutions that meet the needs of our clients.
Key Responsibilities:
- Research and analyse market trends, lifestyles, and design and social trends to inform colour and materials strategies for current and future programmes.
- Design and develop breath-taking products that effectively communicate their function and tell a compelling visual story.
- Communicate and progress critical issues to senior stakeholders, including the Chief Designer, Design Operations Manager, and Design Director.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Design, CAS, Clay, and Engineering, to develop and implement design standards and processes.
- Present and sell colour and materials concepts to senior management and executive-level stakeholders.
- Assist in establishing a strong design identity for the company by instilling the design statement, pillars, and principles.
- Develop and deliver comprehensive colour and materials design research reports and design intent reports for all programmes.
- Deliver target samples and support design quality in the delivery of master samples for all colours and materials.
- Reconcile design intent, quality, and manufacturing feasibility with engineering and commercial requirements.
Requirements:
- University degree in Art and Design or equivalent, with extensive experience as a Colour and Materials Designer.
- Excellent experience leading and coaching high-performance teams, working under tight deadlines.
- Solid OEM experience working in a design department of an Automotive company.
- Highly creative with excellent colour vision, colour harmony, and an intuitive understanding of perceived value and craftsmanship.
- Significant knowledge of automotive/industrial colours and materials.
- Presentation skills to effectively communicate design intention.
- High-level competence in using Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and Microsoft Office.
- Strong project planning and management skills.
- Excellent understanding of Colour and Materials and vehicle design.
What We Offer:
- A dynamic and innovative work environment.
- Opportunities for professional growth and development.
- A competitive salary and benefits package.
Eligibility:
- Must possess a genuine passion for pushing the boundaries in Colour and Materials Design.
- Applicants must have proof of immediate, on-going, and valid eligibility to work full-time in the UK and travel within the EU.
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