What are the responsibilities and job description for the Technical Graphic Artist position at Unrivaled Teamwear?
About Unrivaled Teamwear
Unrivaled Teamwear serves as the parent company of Champion Teamwear, Gear for Sports, and Knights Apparel, each an industry leader in the sports and team apparel space.
Our family of brands know what goes into great decorated garments, using top-quality fabrics and offering creative decoration options. Each brand offers customers a premier selection and exceptional service for all their sportswear needs, from t-shirts and caps to fleece, performance wear, and outerwear.
Overview
The Technical Graphic Artist is responsible for the timely and accurate production of graphic art digital sketches that can be either Presentation Ready (namedrop sketches for client visits, catalog needs, sampled garment/graphic collections, client follow-up and general sketch needs), or Production Ready (files created for domestic and offshore vendors).
The Team specific side of this role requires building deep knowledge of Pro & Collegiate licensing. It also requires gaining a broad knowledge base of vendor capabilities.
In addition, participation in activities that will increase understanding and working knowledge of market is obligatory.
Job Responsibilities
- Lends support to the team in the creation of art concepts associated with seasonal lines, ensuring that all graphics are completed according to established policies and procedures and on time. This position is primarily focused on name-dropping of base art. On occasion, heavy modification of base art may be required
- Build customized graphic and garment packages as assigned. Read and interpret requests, following directions given and may also have to work independently with no specific direction. Produce custom designs as specified to product/style, decoration process, graphic concept and licensing guidelines
- Follows brand standards, licensing guidelines, garment specifications, and manufacturing requirements; building a garment decoration that will experience success in the marketplace
- Works directly with HQ or Brand to refine and edit art files as needed
- Utilizes PDM & coding system as warranted. Tracks approvals in the PDM System – Team only
- Problem-solve and produce very quickly in fast paced situations with a high degree of accuracy in a highly demanding environment
- Hang and organize samples as they arrive. Pull and organize sample files, information and CADs for weekly sample review
- Will learn and understand screen print, embroidery, and fusion production requirements. Full knowledge of ink, thread, and twill color palettes is required
- Possesses/builds market knowledge for each Team division within our department. Stay current on design styles and trends for this market
- Communicates clearly and partners smoothly with internal and external clients, maintaining policies and procedures relating to overall departmental project flow
- As time allows: Create graphic packages and other collateral for projects assigned by Management
- Learns to use technology to create graphic effects & full renders
- Supports the Digital Catalog and Web Images deadlines and needs
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design or equivalent industry related experience
- 2-3 years of experience in graphic arts/graphic design preferred
- Must be able to see color well. Will need to take color test on-site as well as participate in color review as part of interview process
- Understanding of basic graphic art concepts such as composition, color relationships and balance
- Good skills utilizing Macintosh computer and graphic design software (Adobe Photoshop & Adobe Illustrator)
- Familiarity with using Microsoft Office
- Tech Packs (PDM/PLM) knowledge/working experience preferred
- 3D experience preferred (Browzwear & Substance a plus)
- Familiarity using AI
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the associate. Other duties will be assigned as needed.
EOE/AA: Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing as well as participate in E-Verify.
