Apparel Graphic Designer – Trend-Driven Creatives

Gap; New York (NY); On-site; USD 86,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Merchandise discount (50% off)

Competitive PTO

Volunteer hours

401(k) company match

Employee stock purchase plan

Medical, dental, Vision, life

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Job summary

Gap Graphic Designer in New York, NY, is seeking an experienced designer to create optimistic, original apparel graphics working with design and merchandising teams. You will research trends, craft compelling visuals, and produce polished presentations for cross-functional reviews.

The role requires 3–7 years of apparel graphics experience, strong production knowledge, and proficiency in Illustrator and Photoshop. A fast-paced, collaborative environment with a focus on impact and growth awaits.

Qualifications

• BA Graphic Design preferred, or equivalent experience.
• 3-7 years apparel graphics experience.
• Knowledge of graphics production (e.g., printing methods, apparel graphic techniques).
• Strong computer skills (Illustrator, Photoshop, Miro, Clo).
• Strong hand skills (Illustration, painting, drawing).
• Strong time management, interpersonal communication and organizational skills.
• License experience a plus.
• Comfortable in fast-moving, values-based, creative environments; focus on impact.
• Able to incorporate feedback and collaborate while pursuing growth.

Responsibilities

• Create on-trend apparel graphics supporting Gap Factory seasonal messages.
• Identify seasonal graphic trends via online/retail research and inspire the cross-functional team.
• Design within seasonal concepts considering merchant roadmap, costs, and consumer insight.
• Self-direct workload and manage time independently.
• Own a specialized category within the division; drive concepts and presentations.
• Produce and maintain graphic presentation boards for milestone meetings with senior staff.
• Identify opportunities for newness using trend forecasts for graphic content.
• Prepare and maintain production files against milestones and pipelines.
• Review production samples for quality and accurate execution.
• Present design executions to cross-functional partners during product reviews.

Skills

Time management

Interpersonal communication

Organizational skills

Color and typography sensibility

Self-driven

Education

BA Graphic Design or equivalent experience

Tools

Illustrator

Photoshop

Miro

CLO

Job description

Gap Graphic Designer in New York, NY, is seeking an experienced designer to create optimistic, original apparel graphics working with design and merchandising teams. You will research trends, craft compelling visuals, and produce polished presentations for cross-functional reviews.

The role requires 3–7 years of apparel graphics experience, strong production knowledge, and proficiency in Illustrator and Photoshop. A fast-paced, collaborative environment with a focus on impact and growth awaits.