Apparel Graphic Designers (UK & Europe)

Fashion UK; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Fashion UK in the United Kingdom and Europe is seeking talented Boyswear and Girlswear Designers at junior, mid and senior levels to join our expanding creative teams. You will lead trend research, collection development and licensed fashion projects across daywear, casualwear and knitwear, translating brands into commercially appealing designs.

Collaborating with international design partners and product teams, you’ll present mood boards, create CADs and pack design specs to support sampling

Qualifications

• Strong graphics and print design for apparel, including concept development and layouts.
• Experience with licensed fashion products and print-ready artwork.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced setting.
• Hybrid collaboration with cross-functional and international teams.

Responsibilities

• Trend research & direction to identify fashion and lifestyle trends for kids and teens.
• Collection development across daywear, casualwear, jersey, knitwear and nightwear.
• Create original garment concepts, graphics, prints and color palettes.
• Translate global entertainment and lifestyle brands into contemporary collections.
• Collaborate with retailers and international teams to align on customer profiles and market needs.
• Produce CADs, tech packs and design packs to support sampling and production.
• Present mood boards and collection concepts for internal reviews and retailer meetings.

Skills

Graphics design

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe Photoshop

Trend analysis

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design or Fashion Design

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

We're expanding our creative teams and looking for talented Boyswear and Girlswear Designers across the UK and Europe!

Location: United Kingdom & Europe

Level: Junior, Mid, Senior

Company Description

Fashion UK is Europe's largest licensed apparel and accessories supplier to leading high street and online fashion retailers. With over 24 years of experience in the licensing industry, the company combines deep market knowledge with strong relationships across Europe and the Middle East to stay at the forefront of licensed fashion. Multidisciplinary teams worldwide specialize in the design, manufacturing, and supply of licensed products, supported by audited factories and a focus on speed to market. Fashion UK offers a broad portfolio of global brands across babywear, kidswear, and adult apparel, as well as accessories including bags, hats, jewellery, and footwear. An in-house UK print facility supports short-run and fast-fashion orders, enabling agile solutions for modern retailers.

Role Description

• Trend Research & Direction: Identify and interpret emerging fashion, lifestyle and cultural trends relevant to younger and older boys' and girls' markets.
• Collection Development: Create innovative, commercially relevant apparel ranges across daywear, casualwear, jersey, knitwear and nightwear.
• Creative Design: Develop original garment concepts, graphics, prints, patterns, colour palettes and product details.
• Licensed Fashion: Translate global entertainment, gaming and lifestyle brands into contemporary, fashion-focused collections.
• Retailer Focus: Design with a strong understanding of customer profiles, market positioning and the expectations of leading UK and European retailers.
• Product Development: Produce clear CADs, technical specifications and design packs to support sampling and production.
• Collaboration: Work closely with international design teams, product development, merchandising and licensing partners.
• Presentation & Storytelling: Develop compelling mood boards, trend presentations and collection concepts for internal reviews and retailer meetings.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess strong skills in Graphics and Graphic Design for apparel, including concept development, print design, and layout for licensed fashion products.
• Proficiency in industry-standard design software (such as Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop) and experience preparing print-ready artwork and technical files.
• Ability to research trends, work to brand and retailer guidelines, manage multiple projects, and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced, commercial setting.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a hybrid setup with cross-functional and international teams.
• Relevant education in Graphic Design, Fashion Design, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience in apparel graphics.

Why Join Us?

You'll become part of an ambitious, internationally connected creative team, working with some of the world's biggest brands and Europe's leading fashion retailers.

We offer an environment where creativity, collaboration and fresh ideas are encouraged, giving designers the opportunity to make a real impact on collections reaching consumers across multiple markets.

If you're passionate about brands, love translating trends into great product and want to be part of a fast-moving, creative business, we'd love to hear from you.