Color Graphics Designer - Apparel [AQ-20731]

Aquent is partnering with a leading global brand, renowned for its innovative and influential presence in the apparel and lifestyle industry. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute your creative vision to a brand that shapes global trends and inspires millions.

Are you a visionary designer with an exceptional eye for color and a passion for visual storytelling? In this pivotal role, you will be instrumental in bringing graphic artwork to life, infusing it with vibrant color and refined detail. Your work will directly influence the aesthetic appeal of lifestyle apparel, shaping how consumers connect with the brand’s products through compelling visual narratives. This is your chance to make a significant impact on upcoming projects, working within established creative directions while contributing a strong, elevated point of view.

What You’ll Do

• Apply sophisticated color treatments to a diverse range of graphic artwork for lifestyle apparel.
• Operate within established creative direction, seasonal concepts, and pre-developed color palettes to ensure brand consistency.
• Edit, manipulate, and refine existing graphic files and imagery to elevate their visual impact.
• Provide essential graphic support, from developing compelling logos and simple treatments to crafting complex, highly creative artwork.
• Collaborate closely with apparel color design and creative team members to seamlessly execute project needs.
• Translate high-level creative direction into polished, visually compelling graphic solutions that resonate with target audiences.
• Develop and deliver engaging presentations that clearly communicate creative concepts, strategic color decisions, and design thinking.
• Manage detailed, directive design assignments with precision, while consistently maintaining a high level of creativity and execution.
• Work efficiently and adaptably in a fast-paced environment, ensuring accuracy and meticulous attention to detail in all deliverables.
  
  

What We’re Looking For

• 3 years of professional experience in color graphics, graphic design, or a closely related discipline.
• Graphic design experience specifically within apparel, industrial design, web/digital design, or related creative environments.
• A strong, foundational understanding of color theory, color application, and visual composition.
• An elevated taste level and a keen understanding of lifestyle-oriented design principles.
• Demonstrated ability to work across a diverse range of graphic styles and varying levels of complexity.
• Proven experience manipulating existing graphic files, imagery, and artwork.
• Ability to effectively integrate and work within established color palettes and creative direction.
• Exceptional attention to detail combined with excellent problem-solving skills.
• A quick thinker who can confidently respond to changing creative needs and project demands.
• Strong ability to clearly present and communicate creative work and design rationale.
  
  

Technical Skills

• Advanced proficiency with Adobe Illustrator and Adobe Photoshop.
• Familiarity with Miro, Vizcom, and AI-assisted creative tools.
• Strong presentation-building skills.
  
  

Nice-to-Have Qualifications

• Experience within a major apparel, footwear, fashion, or lifestyle brand environment.
  
  

Portfolio Requirements

A portfolio is required and will be an important part of the selection process. Portfolios should demonstrate:

• Strong and intentional use of color in design.
• A diverse range of graphic artwork and design styles.
• Examples ranging from logo work to more complex creative graphics.
• Personal or exploratory projects that showcase creative range and initiative.
• Clear examples of both technical proficiency and creative competency.
• Process descriptions and storytelling that explain the thinking behind the work and how concepts developed from idea through final execution.
  
  

Client Description

Global leader in athletic footwear, apparel, and equipment. Our client focuses on innovation, performance, and marketing, partnering with top athletes and teams. The company emphasizes sustainability and digital advancements to enhance the sports experience.