Print Designer

IWC Independent Worldwide Consolidators SpA; Preston; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading apparel brand in Preston is seeking a creative Print Designer to join their team. The ideal candidate should have significant experience in print design for fashion and be skilled in Illustrator. In this role, you will create impactful visual stories, produce artwork for production, and collaborate with various teams. The company offers a supportive culture and opportunities for creative expression, along with competitive salary and benefits.

Benefits

Free parking

Occasional events

UK travel (rare)

Qualifications

• 2-4+ years in print/textile/fashion role required.
• Experience preparing designs for production is needed.
• Strong attention to detail and colour sensitivity.

Responsibilities

• Creating bold placement prints and patterns.
• Producing production-ready artwork using Illustrator/Photoshop.
• Grading and adapting designs across sizes and fits.
• Supporting sampling and on-garment approvals.
• Collaborating with production and sales teams.

Skills

Skilled in Illustrator

Experienced in print design for fashion

Precise and organised

Confident in fast-paced environments

Team player

Education

Degree in a design-related discipline

Tools

Illustrator

Photoshop

Job description

Fashion/Sportswear

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 approvalsCollaborating closely with production, sales and factory teams on-site
• Contributing new ideas, trend insights and creative approaches

What We're Looking For

• Skilled in Illustrator (essential) and Photoshop (strong advantage)
• Experienced in print design for fashion, textiles or activewear
• Precise, organised and technically mindedComfortable 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

We'd love to see:

• 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
• Supportive, collaborative studio culture
• 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.