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