Carhartt · 6 hours ago
Sr. Graphic Designer, Exclusives
Dearborn, MI
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
5+ years expCarhartt is dedicated to serving hardworking people by building durable products. The Sr. Graphic Designer, Exclusives is responsible for creating graphics and textile prints outside of the seasonal Go-to-Market calendar, collaborating with various teams to meet specific consumer and account needs.
Consumer GoodsFashionManufacturingRetail
Responsibilities
Creates and refines artwork specific to styling/fabrications in collaboration with Product Design, Sales and Merchandising. Ensure all options meet specific consumer, channel, and/or account needs
Responsible for supporting all off-timeline artwork needs from inspiration to creation of Product Development/Vendor handoff, approval of strike-off/handlooms and size and placements. Communicate all changes and updates as needed to appropriate partners
Coordinate and participate in market trips, trade shows, and own share-out of market insights, as it relates to art
Build and maintain strong relationships with the Exclusives Product team, as well as Sales and Account partners
Build a culture that explores new ideas, different positions, and alternatives to achieve results, which in turn empowers the Design Resources Department to develop and share new methodologies as needed to improve process and results
Work with a consumer focus and balance each exclusive request with the integrity and authenticity of our brand DNA, keeping our mission to serve and protect all hardworking people top of mind
Keep up to date on training needs and new technologies, including in-house printers and software
Continually expand knowledge in innovations in the textile and print industry and leverage findings to develop new concepts each season
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree or equivalent years of experience required in Apparel/Textile Design or Related Field
Minimum 5 years' experience work experience in graphics/print pattern development
Ability to lead projects
Knowledge of various styles of illustrations, manipulating and working with typography
Advanced computer knowledge in Adobe Creative Cloud programs (PSD, AI, etc)
Excellent interpersonal skills, ability to develop strong business relationships, and work effectively in a team environment
Excellent written and oral communication skills with all levels, including management and external partners/vendors
Strong presentation skills with the ability to present messages clearly and concisely
Outstanding organizational skills with demonstrated ability to prioritize workload and manage multiple projects simultaneously
Embraces uncertainty and change; ability to pivot when needed
Ability to make decisions quickly when facing obstacles, an openness to change, embraces seeking unconventional solutions for roadblocks
Preferred
Experience with print, applique & embroidery, and textile design
Experience with PLM system
Apparel and construction knowledge
Company
Carhartt
Carhartt manufactures premium clothing known for exceptional durability, comfort, quality of construction.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Linda Hubbard
President and COO
Chad Cornstubble
SVP of D2C
Recent News
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