Print Designer

The People Pod; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing apparel brand is seeking a creative Print Designer to develop bold prints and patterns based on customer briefs. You will create production-ready artwork using Illustrator and Photoshop, while collaborating with various teams on-site. The ideal candidate will possess 2-4 years of relevant experience and a degree in a design-related field. Join a dynamic environment that encourages innovation in design and offers opportunities to develop technical skills.

Benefits

Free parking

Occasional events

UK travel (rare)

Qualifications

• 2-4+ years in a similar print/textile/fashion role.
• Experience preparing designs for production/manufacturing.
• Strong attention to detail, colour sensitivity and accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Creating bold placement prints and patterns based on customer briefs.
• Producing production-ready artwork using Illustrator / Photoshop.
• Colour matching prints, Pantones, and materials to ensure accuracy.
• Collaborating closely with production, sales, and factory teams on-site.

Skills

Illustrator

Photoshop

Print design

Attention to detail

Team player

Education

Degree in a design-related discipline

Tools

AVA or similar CAD/CAM systems

Job description

Salary: Up to £30,000 (negotiable)
Location: Preston, Lancashire (On-Site | Full Time)

Are you a creative Print Designer who loves turning ideas into high-impact visual stories?

Do you thrive in Illustrator and enjoy seeing your designs move from concept to finished garment? If so, this is an exciting opportunity to join a fast-growing apparel brand rooted in performance, colour, and craft.

This role is perfect for a designer with strong print experience, ideally within fashion, activewear or performance-led garments. If you're passionate about sport or creative technology, you'll fit right in.

What You'll Be Doing

• Creating bold placement prints and patterns based on customer briefs
• Producing production-ready artwork using Illustrator / Photoshop
• Grading and adapting designs across sizes and fits
• Colour matching prints, Pantones and materials to ensure accuracy
• Supporting sampling, ordering, testing and on-garment approvals
• Collaborating closely with production, sales and factory teams on-site
• Contributing new ideas, trend insights and creative approaches

What We're Looking For

• You’ll thrive here if you are…
• Skilled in Illustrator (essential) and Photoshop (strong advantage)
• Experienced in print design for fashion, textiles or activewear
• Precise, organised and technically minded
• Comfortable balancing creativity with commercial value
• Confident working in a fast-paced, hands‑on environment
• A team player

Bonus (but not essential)

• Knowledge of AVA or similar CAD/CAM print systems
• Experience working with stretch materials
• Sports / activewear appetite

Qualifications & Background

• Degree or equivalent experience in a design-related discipline
• 2‑4+ years in a similar print/textile/fashion role
• Experience preparing designs for production/manufacturing
• Strong attention to detail, colour sensitivity and accuracy

Why Join

• Be part of a growing brand in modern performance‑led sport apparel
• Freedom to push creative ideas while learning new technical skills
• Free parking + occasional events + UK travel (rare + in hours)

How to Apply

If you love design, colour, and bringing garments to life - we’d love to see your portfolio.