Associate Designer, Women & Youth

The North Face; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

The North Face in Denver, CO is hiring an Associate Designer, Graphics (Women’s & Youth) for a hybrid role. You will join the Logowear and Graphics team, focusing on Women’s and Youth categories and delivering production-ready art files on time.

You’ll develop tech packs, mood boards and sketches, present work to cross-functional teams, and grow through trend research and leadership briefings. This role offers growth opportunities within VF’s design leadership and a supportive,

Qualifications

• 1–3+ years of related professional experience in a design role.
• Bachelor's Degree in Design (apparel), or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience in flat sketching and working with CADs.
• Experience creating tech packs and production-ready files.
• Experience researching and analyzing design and fashion trends.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team and show initiative.
• Working knowledge of color palettes.
• Clear communication skills and a desire to develop a presenter’s mindset.
• Knowledge of the graphic production process.
• Understanding of designing for market, trend, and end use.
• A strong aesthetic sensibility with the ability to design for different consumers.
• Ability to accept and apply constructive art direction while bringing a unique creative voice to the work.

Responsibilities

• You will be part of the Logowear and Graphics design team, with a primary focus on Women's and Youth product categories.
• You will help organize and produce production-ready art files while balancing workloads to ensure on-time delivery across multiple product calendars.
• You will assist in the creation of tech packs, mock-ups, mood boards, sketches, and graphics that bring seasonal concepts to life.
• You will develop your skills as a presenter, with the goal of effectively communicating and narrating your work to cross-functional teams and leadership.
• You will contribute to cohesive graphic storytelling that connects with our customers and reflects our brand values.
• You will invest in your professional growth through continued learning, trend research, and regular creative briefings from Design leadership.

Skills

Graphic design

Flat sketching

CAD software

Tech packs

Trend analysis

Team collaboration

Color theory

Presenting skills

Market/end use design

Education

Bachelor's in Design (apparel)

Tools

CADs

Job description

At The North Face, we dare to lead the world forward through Exploration. We were born to Explore, Disrupt and to Lead. We were born to Love Wild Places and to Spark Curiosity. We believe that exploration is a mindset — both on the mountain and off the mountain — and it infuses everything we do. As a community of explorers, we stay curious about new ideas, places, and people. So, before we get to the job details, take a minute to learn a little more about us — our values and our culture. If you can see yourself working side-by-side with a team of adventure-loving people, The North Face just may be the place for you. To learn more about our values and our culture, visit The North Face Careers or www.thenorthface.com.

Associate Designer, Graphics (Women & Youth)

What will you do?

A day in the life of an Associate Designer, Graphics (Women & Youth) at The North Face looks a little like this.

You will be part of the Logowear and Graphics design team, with a primary focus on Women's and Youth product categories. Working alongside a team of designers, you will help organize and produce production-ready art files while balancing workloads to ensure exceptional creative execution and on-time delivery across multiple product calendars.

Let's break down that day-in-the-life a bit more.

• You will support the organization and production of graphics across the Logowear and Graphics categories, helping carry artwork efficiently through the production phase.
• You will assist in the creation of tech packs, mock-ups, mood boards, sketches, and graphics that bring seasonal concepts to life.
• You will develop your skills as a presenter, with the goal of effectively communicating and narrating your work to cross-functional teams and leadership.
• You will contribute to cohesive graphic storytelling that connects with our customers and reflects our brand values.
• You will invest in your professional growth through continued learning, skill development, trend research, and regular creative briefings from Design leadership.

Location

This role operates on a hybrid schedule out of our HQ in Denver, CO, three days a week.

What do you need to succeed?

We all have unique skills that we bring to work and celebrate every day. For this role, there are foundation skills you'll need to succeed and excel. A Bachelor's Degree in Design (apparel) is required for this position, or an equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.

The foundation skills you will need in this position are:

• 1–3+ years of related professional experience in a design role
• A Bachelor's Degree in Design (apparel), or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Experience in flat sketching and working with CADs
• Experience creating tech packs and production-ready files
• Experience in researching and analyzing design and fashion trends
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team and show initiative
• Working knowledge of color palettes
• Clear communication skills and a desire to develop a presenter's mindset
• Knowledge of the graphic production process
• Understanding of designing for market, trend, and end use
• A strong aesthetic sensibility with the ability to design for different consumers
• Ability to accept and apply constructive art direction while bringing a unique creative voice to the work

Now WE have a question for YOU. Are you in?

Hiring Range

$60,480.00 USD - $75,600.00 USD annually

Incentive Potential

This position is eligible for additional compensation awards that may include an annual incentive plan, sales incentive, or commission potential. Specific details of the additional compensation eligibility for this position will be provided during the recruiting and interview process.

Benefits at VF Corporation

You can review a general overview of each benefit program offered, including this year's medical plan rates on www.MyVFbenefits.com and by clicking Looking to Join VF? Detailed information on your benefits will be provided during the hiring process.

Benefits Note

Please note, our hiring ranges are determined and built from market pay data. In determining the specific compensation for this position, we comply with all local, state, and federal laws.

At VF, we value a diverse, inclusive workforce and we provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. All qualified applicants for employment will be considered without regard to an individual’s race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, family care status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws. If you require accommodations during the application process, please contact us at [e-mail]. VF will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals to the extent required by applicable law.

Pursuant to all applicable local Fair Chance Ordinance requirements, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, VF will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.