What are the responsibilities and job description for the Apparel Graphic Designer position at Boathouse Sports?
Boathouse Sports is currently seeking an experienced Apparel Graphic Designer to join our team.
Who we are:
Boathouse Sports is the Premium brand of custom Athletic team outerwear, uniforms and training gear, providing factory direct service in Colleges, High School, Clubs and Pro teams. We are “Made in the USA” in our Philadelphia based factory, providing vertical solutions to teams. We provide gear to over 10,000 schools nationwide.
Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with design team to develop graphics and applications to all types of apparel products.
- Create custom development & presentations for specific customer needs.
- Research current trends consistent with existing brand aesthetic to be generated into original artwork for our Quick to Market Program.
- Work from graphic inspiration to create original graphic designs to align with seasonal product offering.
- Create print, graphic layouts, and provide colorways for existing successful styles.
- Create CADs to communicate placement of graphics on garments.
- Assist in creation of seasonal catalogs & look books.
- Communicate with the product development team and vendors to ensure proper execution of prints and applications.
- Attend and participate in design meetings.
Qualifications
- 2 years of experience in graphic design, with a portfolio demonstrating a strong understanding of design principles.
- Strong understanding of the Boathouse brand aesthetic and customer.
- Strong Understanding of embellishment techniques and ability to problem solve around limitations.
- Strong collaborative and cross-departmental communication skills.
- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, especially Illustrator.
- PDF and/or online portfolio is required during the application process.
Job Type: Part-time
Work Location: In person