Associate Graphic Designer (Apparel in Torrance)

Job Summary:

In this role, you will be responsible for all aspects of graphic design within owned apparel categories, including, but not limited to, concept, execution, re-creation, delineation, and presentation.

You will also be involved in creating high-quality digital assets to support the marketing and e-commerce teams.

This role does not have any direct reports.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

·        With direction from Creative Director, use advanced design skills to create original, innovative concepts and graphics that appropriately reflect the company’s design philosophy & standards

·        Research and identify key trends, applications, techniques, and materials and interpret them into designs that are relevant to the Darc Sport customer

·        Collaborate with apparel design team to create a relevant, cohesive assortment

·        Produce and maintain line sheet for owned categories and work collectively with design team to cross-check accuracy prior to handoffs

·        Create detailed technical drawings and specs for factory partners

·        Conducts follow up of design process to include preparation of tech packs, sample requests, Product Life Cycle Management (PLM) processes, communications with factories, etc.

·        Reviews samples and clearly communicates comments, changes or approvals to ensure timely completion of each project

·        Partner with cross-functional team members to ensure the integrity of designs is maintained during the product development process

·        Meet all deliverable and timeline requirements according to business strategy and design calendar

·        Mentor junior members of the team

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

·        Exceptional skills in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop

·        CAD skills for technical and construction detailed sketches using Adobe Illustrator

·        Working knowledge of screen printing process

·        Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment

·        Ability to communicate and work well with co-workers, and business contacts in a courteous and professional manner

·        Must have great follow up skills via –e-mail, phone, and/or other methods of communication

·        Meticulous and detail-oriented

·        Proficient organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects at once

·        Outstanding time management skills: working to a deadline, working independently

·        Strong interpersonal skills, collaborative team player

·        Eager to grow and take on new responsibilities

·        Happy to embrace change and new challenges as marketplace shifts and consumer needs evolve

·        Separations proficiency preferred

·        Experience working with licensed graphics a plus

Education and Experience:

·        Bachelor’s degree in fashion merchandising, design, or related field preferred or equivalent related work experience

·        3 years’ experience of graphic design experience is required