Apparel Graphics Designer

Role: Graphic Designer 3 – Basketball Graphics

Location: Beaverton, OR (PHK) – Onsite, Fridays Remote

Duration: 5 Months Contract

Position Overview

:We are seeking a talented Graphic Designer 3 – Basketball Graphics to support the Basketball Design team. This role will focus on creating innovative graphics for Basketball Apparel and Uniform collections, with priority given to General Apparel Graphics. The ideal candidate is a highly creative designer with strong typography, illustration, and apparel graphics experience who can develop compelling visual stories that resonate with athletes and consumers

.This position requires collaboration with cross-functional teams including Design, Product Management, Development, Materials, and key stakeholders to bring seasonal product stories to life across basketball apparel and footwear collections

.Key Responsibilitie

• sCreate innovative graphics for Basketball Apparel, Uniforms, and Signature Athlete collections
• .Develop visual storytelling concepts and graphic narratives for seasonal product lines
• .Design apparel graphics, trims, presentation materials, and visual assets
• .Participate in design reviews, brainstorming sessions, and product creation meetings
• .Collaborate with cross-functional partners to ensure graphics align with product and brand objectives
• .Translate athlete insights, consumer trends, and cultural influences into impactful graphic solutions
• .Present concepts and design solutions to internal stakeholders and leadership teams
• .Manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment

.Required Qualification

• sMinimum 5 years of relevant Graphic Design experience in apparel, sportswear, footwear, consumer products, or a related field
• .Bachelor’s degree in graphic design, Product Design, Industrial Design, or related field highly preferred
• .Strong portfolio demonstrating graphic design, storytelling, typography, illustration, and product graphics
• .Experience working directly with a diverse range of consumers and athletes
• .Deep understanding of typography, layout, color theory, brand identity, and graphic production
• .Strong illustration skills and experience creating apparel graphics
• .Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in ambiguous environments
• .Excellent verbal, visual, and written communication skills
• .Strong collaboration and teamwork skills

.Technical Skill

• sAdvanced proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign)
• .Experience utilizing AI-assisted design tools is a plus
• .Experience with 3D design tools is preferred
• .Strong visualization, concept development, and creative problem-solving skills

.Portfolio Requiremen

tPortfolio submission is mandatory

• .Candidates must provide a portfolio link or PDF showcasing:Typography wor
• kApparel graphic
• sIllustration project
• sProduct storytellin
• gConsumer-focused design wor
• kRelevant sportswear, basketball, or athletic design project