Solomon Page · 8 hours ago
Freelance Graphic Designer - Womens Apparel
Solomon Page is a specialty staffing and executive search solutions provider, and they are seeking a Freelance Graphic Designer specializing in Womens Apparel for a top fashion company in New York. The role involves creating apparel graphics, collaborating with the design team, and ensuring compliance with trademark regulations while staying updated on design trends.
Responsibilities
Experience creating apparel graphics
Execute Apparel Graphic designs based on direction / references provided by the Senior Director of Graphics and Senior Designer of Graphics
Update printouts and boards for presentations to leadership, update croquis to assist design team. spec final graphic files to upload to PLM
Utilize library of in-house embellishments, in partnership with internal and external partners
Partner with the Legal Department to ensure that graphics/designs are not trademarked and can be utilized by the Company
Produce mechanical art and complex graphic design (logos, illustrations, photographs, tags, labels, etc.) through interpretation of design ideas
Stay abreast of trends, with a proactive approach to researching new techniques and resources in both the apparel graphics market & graphic design
Acts as a technical resource for the department and provides in-depth expert knowledge to graphics employees. Includes creating and maintaining line sheets and communicating changes to all cross-functional partners
Works primarily independently and handles issues of high complexity
Must respond well to artwork critique and requests for editing work; proactive approach to research into design trends and techniques
Must work well with other designers on the team and offer support whenever and wherever necessary
Qualification
Required
Apparel graphics experience and an understanding of the apparel market and kids apparel market specifically required
Thorough knowledge of graphics production (e.g., silkscreen color separation; camera-ready art, heat transfers, etc.)
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize work accordingly
Excellent computer skills (Photoshop, Quark, Illustrator, and additional related software). PLM knowledge is helpful
Strong hand drawing skills and knowledge of typography are very important
Strong creative sense with proven artistic abilities
Ability to conduct concept research based on seasonal themes
Knowledge of creating Licensed graphics with 3rd Party partnerships helpful
5-8+ years apparel graphic design experience
Benefits
Medical
Dental
401(k)
Direct deposit
Commuter benefits