Colour Product Developer - Make Up Artist

Colour Product Developer - Make Up Artist
KIKO MILANO was founded in 1997 in Milan and since then has revolutionized how cosmetics are sold globally. We thrive to offer an incredible variety of products, textures & colours, a multi-sensorial experience in innovative technology yet always at an affordable price. Based in Italy, and truthful to its DNA, KIKO MILANO takes advantage of combining trustworthy quality, creativity and stunning aesthetics.

Your role at KIKO MILANO

We are looking for a  Colour Product Developer - Make Up Artist experienced  to join KIKO MILANO’s Marketing & Artistry Team.

Such talent will play a key role in driving KIKO’s global colour vision by translating trends and creative direction into strategic shade development, ensuring a cohesive and innovative assortment across categories.

The role oversees the full colour creation process on some launches and segments— from concept to technical validation—while providing cross‑functional expertise and supporting the brand’s creative executions across channels and touchpoints.

In particular, you will:

Transform macro beauty trends, seasonal moods, and creative directions into actionable shade concepts

Identify and anticipate shade gaps and opportunities within KIKO’s permanent and seasonal assortments by conducting continuous portfolio analyses, ensuring alignment with brand identity and strategic priorities.

Receive briefs from Product & Portfolio development and create relevant colors

Contribute to PLM (Product Lifecycle Management) documentation

Develop visual presentations, color swatches, and creative layouts

Manage benchmark product archives and competitors sample coordination

Provide support to other departments in technical consultancy

Provide technical support as Makeup Artists and contributing to the definition of textures

Support backstage fashion shows, photoshoots, and special events.

What you will need to succeed

Solid experience (4+ years) in colour development, product development, or make‑up artistry within the beauty industry.

Make‑up artistry expertise is highly desirable.

Proven ability to translate trends, seasonal moods, and creative direction into strategic shade concepts and product opportunities.

Experience working with suppliers, labs, and Product/Portfolio teams throughout the development lifecycle.

Proficiency with PLM systems, shade documentation, and product lifecycle workflows is preferred.

Ability to produce clear and compelling visual presentations, color layouts, and swatch materials.

Strong understanding of the beauty market landscape, competitor dynamics, and consumer behaviour.

Fluent in English (written and spoken).

We would love if you had

A highly creative yet structured mindset, capable of balancing artistry with strategic thinking.

Strong communication and influencing skills, able to partner effectively across cross‑functional teams.

Exceptional attention to detail, precision, and aesthetic sensitivity.

Ability to navigate fast‑paced environments, manage multiple priorities, and drive projects end‑to‑end.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Marketing

Industries

Personal Care Product Manufacturing

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