Graphic Designer (Apparel)

As a vital creative force in this dynamic role, you will have the unique opportunity to shape the visual identity of iconic, globally recognized apparel and footwear products, directly impacting millions of consumers worldwide with your precision and artistry. Partnering with Aquent, you will bring imaginative designs to life, bridging the gap between visionary 2D concepts and flawless 3D production-ready reality.

About Our Partner and the Client

Aquent is proud to partner with a world-renowned brand celebrated for its innovation, design excellence, and commitment to inspiring creators globally. This is an extraordinary opportunity to contribute to a legacy of groundbreaking products that push the boundaries of performance and style. Working within this dynamic environment, you will collaborate with a passionate team where creativity meets cutting-edge technology, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and collective success.

The Opportunity: Crafting Visual Excellence

In this collaborative and fast-paced role, you will be the crucial link that ensures creative design intentions are perfectly realized in production-ready art. You will elevate apparel, tees, and footwear graphics by translating 2D concepts into tangible 3D product applications. Your meticulous attention to detail, speed, and consistency will directly drive seasonal product launches and shape the future of widely loved global collections.

Key Responsibilities

• Produce and maintain perfectly accurate graphic schematics and production-ready artwork, detailing material, trim, graphic elements, color specifications, and style nuances.
• Collaborate closely with Product, Graphic, Color, and Digital Design teams to meticulously preserve the original design intent throughout the entire development and commercialization lifecycle.
• Expertly translate 2D design concepts into tangible 3D product applications, utilizing samples, forms, and digital tools to ensure accurate representation.
• Take full ownership of assigned projects, guiding them from initial concept ideation through to final execution, while expertly balancing quality standards, project timelines, and core business priorities.
• Act as a valuable subject matter expert within your category, actively engaging in team discussions, fostering seamless cross-functional communication, and cultivating strong partnerships across the entire product creation ecosystem.
• Drive continuous improvement by contributing to the development of process maps, onboarding documentation, training materials, and workflow enhancements that boost overall team efficiency and effectiveness.
• Share your valuable insights and skills, providing informal mentorship to team members and uplifting the collective production art capabilities within the group.

Required Skills and Experience

• A minimum of 5+ years of dedicated professional experience in a graphic design capacity, with a specific focus on apparel.
• Demonstrated expertise in schematic measurements, ensuring precise and accurate specifications.
• Advanced proficiency across the Adobe Suite, utilizing its tools to their full potential for design and production.
• A proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-energy environment, skillfully managing competing priorities and adapting quickly to evolving challenges.
• A compelling portfolio showcasing your relevant work is a mandatory requirement for consideration.

Skills That Will Set You Apart

• Hands-on experience with 3D rendering software, particularly CLO.
• Familiarity and practical experience with AI tools, specifically Vizcom.
• Exceptional typography skills and a keen eye for effective type application.
• A degree in a related field is preferred, though not strictly required, given relevant experience.
• Comprehensive graphic production expertise across apparel, tees, and/or footwear categories.
• Unwavering attention to detail and a profound commitment to accuracy in all aspects of your work.
• Outstanding communication, collaboration, and project management capabilities.
• A strong aptitude for navigating ambiguity, solving complex problems creatively, and consistently driving results in dynamic situations.