Associate Graphic Designer - Apparel & Trends

Catalyst Brands LLC; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 63,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental/Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Associate discount

Job summary

Catalyst Brands LLC is seeking an Associate Graphic Designer to develop trend-relevant graphics for men’s and women’s apparel across labels like Aéropostale and Lucky Brand. You will collaborate with designers and cross-functional partners to create seasonal concepts that reflect brand identity and meet business goals.

The role emphasizes illustration, typography, and layout, with opportunities to present trend boards, prepare production files, and adapt artwork for multiple applications in a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design or related field.
• 1–3 years of experience designing graphics for men’s and women’s apparel.
• Ability to create innovative, brand-right graphic concepts and typographic solutions.
• Strong illustration and sketching skills.
• Solid understanding of color theory, typography, layout, and design fundamentals.

Responsibilities

• Assist in concept development by creating assets, designing layouts, selecting color palettes and typography, and producing digital illustrations.
• Execute graphic design concepts with increasing independence, while supporting senior designers on larger or more complex projects.
• Contribute to designing original artwork that aligns with seasonal trends and brand aesthetics.
• Prepare final production files, build mockups, and develop specifications for apparel applications.
• Partner with the Design team to ensure cohesive storytelling and alignment across seasonal collections.
• Research and analyze design, cultural, and social media trends to inform creative direction.
• Collaborate with Design, Merchandising, and Production teams to deliver graphics that meet both creative standards and business needs.
• Use digital collaboration tools to brainstorm, present, and iterate on design ideas.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously while adhering to design guidelines and timelines.
• Assist in preparing and presenting trend and inspiration boards to communicate seasonal direction.
• Maintain organized digital libraries, reference materials, and design archives.
• Adapt approved artwork across various applications and ensure timely completion in accordance with the corporate calendar.
• Support the preparation of seasonal design presentations and participate when appropriate.

Skills

Illustration

Typography

Layout design

Brand concepts

Education

Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design

Tools

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Illustrator

Miro

Job description

Catalyst Brands LLC is seeking an Associate Graphic Designer to develop trend-relevant graphics for men’s and women’s apparel across labels like Aéropostale and Lucky Brand. You will collaborate with designers and cross-functional partners to create seasonal concepts that reflect brand identity and meet business goals.

The role emphasizes illustration, typography, and layout, with opportunities to present trend boards, prepare production files, and adapt artwork for multiple applications in a