Apparel Graphic Designer

Department: Corporate Headquarters, Men's Design

About the role

The Graphic Designer brings True Religion product to life through compelling visual storytelling across apparel and accessories. This role owns the full graphic development process—from seasonal concept and trend research through production-ready artwork—and partners with Design and Merchandising to ensure every graphic is brand-right, commercially relevant, and executed to spec. It is a role for someone with a strong creative point of view, technical depth, and the confidence to take a concept all the way to the factory floor.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute original graphic concepts and seasonal artwork with full ownership from ideation through final production files
• Present seasonal concept and trend direction to design leadership, contributing to cohesive graphic narratives across product categories
• Research retail market and cultural trends, translating insights into commercially relevant, brand-appropriate graphics
• Create repeat patterns, prints, and layouts for a range of apparel applications including embellishments such as rhinestones, studs, and beadwork
• Build detailed technical CADs and print-ready artwork for all graphic applications
• Assess prototypes and provide clear, accurate comments on all artwork strike-offs, communicating directly with cross-functional partners and vendors
• Partner with Production teams on graphic execution, cost management, and timing
• Maintain organized project and seasonal graphic libraries by season and concept

Requirements

• 4-6 years of experience in apparel graphic design
• Fluency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop
• Strong understanding of graphic tee production and textile printing techniques, including screen print, all-over print, yardage, and DTG
• Proven experience developing seasonal graphics from concept through production-ready artwork
• High attention to detail in version control, product specs, and artwork placement documentation
• Clear communicator with Design, Production, and overseas vendor partners
• Ability to manage multiple product timelines simultaneously in a fast-paced environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design or a related field
• Experience with PLM systems or CAD software
• Background in fashion, streetwear, or lifestyle brand environments
• Strong typography skills and familiarity with apparel embellishment techniques

Pay

The anticipated base salary range for this role is $80,000 – $85,000.

Benefits

• Health benefits
• 401(k) with employer match
• Merchandise discounts
• Commuter benefits
• Wellness and employee assistance programs

Schedule

This is a full-time, exempt position following a hybrid work model, with an expectation of in-office presence on 4 days per week in El Segundo, CA.