Children’s licensed apparel company is seeking a Graphic Artist to join their art department. This role is responsible for developing original trend-forward designs that align with the brand guidelines provided by league partners. You’ll collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including Product Development, Merchandising, and Licensing to deliver impactful designs from concept through production. This is an ideal opportunity for a creative professional with strong illustration skills and licensed apparel experience.

This role will be responsible for:
•Design original graphics for licensed sports apparel, with a focus on graphic tees
•Ensure designs align with league, and brand guidelines
•Typography design , original fonts and logo marks
•Create original illustrations and sport elements
•Photo composite and edit player imagery
•Research sports trends, fashion, and pop culture to stay current
•Must be self-reliant, managing workflow through the calendar year
•Work in conjunction with Product Development, Merchandising, and Licensing teams
•Support presentation decks and presentation imagery
•Communicate creative ideas clearly and confidently in presentations

Requirements:
•Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Fine Arts, or related field (or equivalent experience)
•4+ years of experience in apparel design, preferably in sports or licensed merch
•Strong portfolio showcasing apparel graphics and digital/traditional Illustration
•Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite. Illustrator and Photoshop a must.
•Knowledge of Font creation and font management programs (Fontlab, Extensis Connect)
•Knowledge of production art and apparel embellishment techniques
•Knowledge of AI tools and new technology

To discuss this role please send resume outlining your related design experience.  Pay range for this opportunity is $65,000 – $70,000