Color Designer
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Professional Occupations in Legal, Business, Cultural and Artistic Fields
- Middle : Designers
- Minor : Other Designers
Summary
A specialist who develops color plans for products, spaces, graphics, etc., and proposes optimal color schemes and color expressions.
Description
Color Designers leverage specialized knowledge of color in various fields such as product design, interiors, graphics, and web to create color plans. They collaborate with clients and marketing teams to analyze target audiences and brand images, creating color palettes that consider psychological effects and trends. Using design tools like Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop, as well as Pantone charts, they adjust colors and manage color reproduction consistency in manufacturing and printing processes. They address differences in appearance due to environments and materials, ensuring consistent color expression from digital to physical products.
Future Outlook
With growing needs for differentiation in product design and branding, demand for specialized Color Designers is expected to expand steadily. Opportunities to evaluate color proposal skills in digital content and sustainable design fields are increasing.
Personality Traits
Excellent aesthetic sense / Excellent communication skills / Excellent observation skills / Has curiosity or an inquisitive mind
Work Style
Advertising Agency / Design Studio / Freelance / In-house Design Team / Remote
Career Path
Junior Color Designer → Senior Color Designer → Art Director → Creative Director
Required Skills
Color Design / Color Management / Color Theory / Pantone (Color Sample Book)
Recommended Skills
3D CAD (Basics) / CSS / Color Control / Image Editing / Trend Analysis
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because it is necessary to distinguish subtle color differences and make precise color adjustments. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Because creativity is required to create attractive color schemes. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because it does not require advanced mathematical analysis. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Mainly desk work with low physical load. |
Related Qualifications
- AFT Color Certification
- Color Coordinator Certification
Aliases
- Color Designer
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- Graphic Designer
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