Assistant Designer, Print

Gapinc; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Gap Inc.'s Athleta brand is seeking an Assistant Designer, Print to support print and graphic concepts across product categories. You will work with the Design team to bring seasonal ideas to life, contributing to artwork development, CADs, and technical setup while learning the end-to-end print process.

This role is ideal for a creative, detailed, and collaborative individual ready to grow in a fast-paced environment, with proficiency in Illustrator and Photoshop and an interest in generative

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of relevant experience in print, textile, or graphic design.
• Strong creative sensibility for print, pattern, and graphic design for apparel.
• Proficiency in Illustrator and Photoshop.
• Experience with generative AI tools in the creative process.
• Familiarity with Miro and digital collaboration spaces.
• Understanding of print repeats, placement graphics, and color application.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and time management.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and proactive attitude.
• Passion for Athleta’s brand and lifestyle.

Responsibilities

• Support the Surface/Print Design team in creating original prints and graphics.
• Assist in translating seasonal concepts into print and graphic executions.
• Create and update CADs, repeat layouts, and colorways in Adobe Suite.
• Collaborate with Color, Concept and Design teams to align artwork with palettes.
• Prepare artwork packages for vendor communication and development.
• Review strike-offs and samples for print accuracy, scale, and color.
• Maintain digital whiteboards (e.g., Miro) and seasonal boards.
• Build and maintain digital libraries of print, graphic, and inspiration assets.
• Color match palettes to printers and maintain calibration.
• Support trend and market research on print and graphic direction.
• Track multiple workstreams to meet milestones.
• Collaborate with Product Development, Technical Design, and Production.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Eagerness to learn

Multitasking

Tools

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe Photoshop

Miro

MidJourney

DALL·E

Fal

Job description

About the Role

The Assistant Designer, Print supports the creation and execution of print and graphic concepts across Athleta product categories. This role sits within the Design team and partners closely with Concept, Product Development, and Merchandising to help bring seasonal concepts to life. Working under the guidance of the Surface Manager and Design leadership, this role contributes to artwork development, CADs, and technical setup while building foundational skills in the end-to-end print process from concept through commercialization.

This role is ideal for someone who is highly creative, detail-oriented, and eager to learn and grow within a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

What You'll Do

• Support the Surface/Print Design team in the creation and development of original prints and graphics that reflect the Athleta brand and customer

• Assist in translating seasonal concepts into print and graphic executions across product categories

• Create and update CADs, repeat layouts, placement graphics, and colorways using Adobe Creative Suite under team direction

• Partner with Color, Concept and Design teams to support alignment of artwork with seasonal palettes and product direction

• Assist in preparing artwork packages and files for vendor communication and development

• Support the review process of strike-offs and samples to help ensure print accuracy, scale, and color consistency

• Maintain and organize digital whiteboard spaces (e.g., Miro), including seasonal boards, artwork submissions, and development tracking

• Assist in building and maintaining digital libraries of print, graphic, and inspiration assets to support team access and creative development

• Color match seasonal color palettes to printers and maintain calibration.

• Support trend and market research focused on print, pattern, and graphic direction relevant to Athleta’s customer

• Support in-season updates and help track multiple workstreams to meet key milestones

• Collaborate with cross-functional partners including Product Development, Technical Design, and Production to support on-time delivery

• Learn and adopt best practices for print development, file setup, and vendor communication through ongoing feedback and mentorship

Who You Are

• 1–3 years of relevant experience (internships or entry-level roles included) in print, textile, or graphic design

• Strong creative sensibility with an understanding of print, pattern, and graphic design for apparel

• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop

• Experience or interest in using generative AI tools (e.g., Fal, MidJourney, DALL·E, or similar) as part of the creative process

• Familiarity with digital collaboration tools such as Miro, with an understanding of how to organize and maintain shared workspaces

• Basic understanding of print repeats, placement graphics, and color application

• Strong attention to detail, organization, and time management skills

• Eagerness to learn, take direction, and grow within a collaborative team environment

• Ability to manage multiple tasks and adapt in a fast-paced, deadline-driven setting

• Strong communication skills and a proactive, positive attitude

• Passion for Athleta’s brand, customer, and lifestyle