Product Innovation Associate - Color Cosmetics

Product Innovation Associate – Color Cosmetics

📍 Location: Austin, TX (On-Site) | 🏢 Full-Time

About Us

Radiant Brands, LLC is the U.S. branch of Kaleidos Makeup, an independent, globally recognized beauty brand known for bold color, artistic design, and creative innovation. As we grow our U.S. product development team in Austin, TX, we’re looking for passionate talent to help shape the future of color cosmetics.

This is an exciting entry-level opportunity for someone who is obsessed with makeup products, deeply knowledgeable about formulas and categories, and eager to contribute to developing innovative products that push boundaries.

What You’ll Do

As a Product Innovation Associate – Color Cosmetics, you will research makeup history, trends, and market offerings to help identify opportunities for new product development across core categories (lip, eye, face) and emerging formats.

Key Responsibilities

Research and analyze the history, trends, and evolution of makeup products across global markets.

Track product launches and innovations from leading and indie beauty brands in color cosmetics.

Explore product textures, finishes, formulas, and packaging with a keen focus on innovation.

Propose new product concepts and category-expansion ideas based on user needs, market gaps, and brand positioning.

Participate in store visits, competitive sampling, and beauty expos to experience trends and products firsthand.

Support product managers with early-stage development tasks, mood boards, concept briefs, and formula reviews.

Stay engaged with online beauty communities and influencer discussions to understand real-time consumer feedback and shifts.

Who You Are

A makeup enthusiast who regularly uses and explores a wide range of color cosmetics, with a special interest in formulas and textures.

A curious and detail-oriented researcher who enjoys deep-diving into product history and global beauty trends.

A clear communicator who can translate insights into actionable product ideas.

Comfortable working both online and in the field (e.g., in beauty stores, events, or expos).

Passionate about building products that reflect creativity, quality, and individuality.

Qualifications

We welcome recent graduates or early-career professionals with a strong passion for beauty and product development.

Preferred (but not required):

Degree in Cosmetic Science, Marketing, Product Design, Art, or a related field

Experience using or evaluating a wide range of color makeup products

Familiarity with the beauty industry, especially ingredient types, product claims, and formulas

Strong research and documentation skills

An eye for detail in texture, pigment payoff, and product functionality

Why Join Us

Be part of an artistic, fast-moving global brand known for innovation

Help shape the next generation of makeup products from concept to creation

Work in a dynamic and supportive team with creative freedom and hands-on exposure

Competitive compensation and room for career growth into product management and leadership

Collaborate with colleagues across cultures in a globally connected environment

Work Environment

📍 This position requires working on-site in Austin, TX.
Candidates must be located in or willing to relocate.

How to Apply

Send your resume + a short cover letter (and optionally, a portfolio or personal beauty content/blog if available) to:
📧 careers@kaleidosmakeup.com
📌 Subject line: “You Name+Product Innovation Associate – Color Cosmetics – Austin”