Associate Graphic Designer/Production

Responsibilities

• Create original licensed sports graphics, illustrations, and typography for various apparel categories.
• Interpret league, team, and brand style guides while bringing fresh, trend-relevant creative solutions.
• Develop graphic series supporting full line plans and assortments, rather than single designs.
• Ensure production-ready artwork for multiple techniques including screen print, puff, HD, sublimation, applique, embroidery, heat transfer.
• Collaborate with fit technicians, apparel designers, and product development teams to align graphics with body silhouettes, scales, and fit intents.
• Adjust artwork for different garment types, fabric weights, and performance vs. lifestyle applications.
• Anticipate and address production challenges related to print size, placement, stretch, and wash durability.
• Support licensor review processes by preparing clear, compliant artwork and presentation decks.
• Participate in line reviews, concept kickoffs, and seasonal creative alignment meetings.
• Revise artwork based on feedback from licensors, retailers, and internal sources while maintaining creative integrity.
• Prepare production-ready files with correct color separations, dimensions, and specs.
• Understand and apply cost-effective graphic solutions aligned with target retailers.
• Support offshore and nearshore vendors with clear artwork packages and production notes.
• Review strike-offs and lab dips for color accuracy and execution quality.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of graphic design experience, preferably in licensed sports or apparel.
• Strong illustration skills and typography sensibility.
• Working knowledge of apparel construction, garment types, and production processes.
• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign.
• Experience designing for mass, specialty, and/or fan retail channels.
• Understanding of sports brand storytelling and visual identity.
• Apparel-driven graphic design.
• Preferred: Experience working with professional sports leagues, teams, or collegiate licenses.
• Familiarity with overseas production workflows.
• Ability to balance creative vision with commercial and cost constraints.