Associate Textile Graphic Designer - Kids Okie Dokie or Therabouts (Hybrid)

JCPenney; Plano (TX); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a creative Associate Textile Graphic Designer to join their dynamic team. In this exciting hybrid role, you will assist in developing unique designs and visual presentations for private label brands, utilizing both hand and computer skills. You'll play a crucial role in maintaining the pattern library and supporting the design process through collaboration with experienced designers. This position offers a vibrant work environment with ample opportunities for growth and development, making it a perfect fit for those passionate about design and innovation. Join a company that values inclusivity and creativity, and take your career to the next level!

Benefits

Medical/dental/vision insurance

Paid vacation/holidays

401(k) Savings Plan with company match

Associate discount on merchandise

On-site daycare

Fitness center

Free garage parking

Collaborative culture

Opportunities for growth and development

Qualifications

• Assists in developing print/pattern and visual presentations for private label brands.
• Proficient in current textile and graphic design software and hardware.

Responsibilities

• Integrates hand and computer skills to create original designs for assigned brands.
• Maintains the pattern library and assists with concept boards for presentations.

Skills

apparel graphics

communication skills

time management

organization skills

free hand sketching

Education

2-year design and/or art degree

Tools

Photoshop

Illustrator

Job description

Description Position at JCPenney

Associate Textile Graphic Designer - Kids Okie Dokie or Therabouts (Hybrid)

The Associate Textile Graphic Designer assists the Textile/Graphic Designers in the development of all print/pattern and visual presentations for private label brands.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Assists the Textile/Graphic Design teams and learns the design process through working with Textile/Graphic Designers and Managing Textile/Graphic Designers.
• Integrates hand and computer skills to create original designs, illustrations and prints exclusive to the Company for assigned brands.
• Executes the preliminary MAT color palettes by setting up the colors in the system by division as assigned.
• Maintains the pattern library to ensure seasonal records are completed.
• Assists with the development of concept boards for presentations. Assists with the preparation and development of additional seasonal materials, as needed, including table and wall layouts.
• Performs scanning, recoloring and cleaning up of patterns as well as basic revisions (colorway, etc.).
• Transfers prepared finalized artwork (camera ready) to appropriate areas — i.e., Sourcing.

Core Competencies & Accomplishments:

• 2-year design and/or art degree preferred.
• Proficiency in apparel graphics.
• Working knowledge of the most current textile and graphic design software and hardware.
• Good communication, time management, and organization skills.
• Working knowledge of Photoshop and/or Illustrator. Proficiency in free hand sketching preferred.

Enjoy a rewarding career at JCPenney Corporate, where we offer a competitive benefits package, a vibrant work environment, and the opportunity to make a difference at one of America's most iconic retailers.

• Generous benefits: Medical/dental/vision insurance starting on day one, term life insurance, paid vacation/holidays, 401(k) Savings Plan with company match, and an associate discount on JCPenney merchandise.
• On-site amenities: Daycare, Grab & Go Store, Coffee Shop, the Local Kitchen, fitness center, free garage parking, golf simulator, arcade, pickleball courts, and vibrant co-working spaces, meeting rooms and wellness rooms.
• Exciting location: Our corporate office is located in the heart of Legacy West, a vibrant new development in Plano, Texas, with plenty of shopping, dining, and entertainment options.
• Opportunities for growth and development: We are committed to helping our employees grow their careers and develop their skills. We offer a variety of training and development programs, as well as opportunities for advancement.
• Collaborative and supportive culture: We believe in creating a workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We encourage teamwork and collaboration, and we are always looking for ways to support our employees' success.

About JCPenney: JCPenney is the shopping destination for diverse, working American families. With inclusivity at its core, the Company’s product assortment meets customers’ everyday needs and helps them commemorate every special occasion with style, quality and value. JCPenney offers a broad portfolio of fashion, apparel, home, beauty and jewelry from national and private brands and provides personal services including salon, portrait and optical. The Company and its 50,000 associates worldwide serve customers where, when and how they want to shop – from jcp.com to more than 650 stores in the U.S. and Puerto Rico. In 2022, JCPenney celebrates 120 years as an iconic American brand by continuing its legacy of connecting with customers through shopping and community engagement.