CAD & Graphic Designer

Comfrt; Oregon; Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Company-covered health insurance

5% 401k match

Discounts on all Comfrt products

Fully remote environment

Job summary

Comfrt is seeking a CAD & Graphic Designer to translate our brand handwriting into prints, graphics, and packaging across apparel, home, and accessories. You will drive seasonal collections and collaborate with production to ensure design intent is realized.

The role emphasizes trend research, color theory, and a strong eye for print across fabrics, with remote work flexibility and a fast-paced, innovative environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 10+ years of experience in graphic and/or CAD design, preferably apparel or retail.
• Proficiency in Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign; strong color and typography sensibilities.

Responsibilities

• Design unique prints and patterns aligned with the Comfrt aesthetic.
• Develop graphics across apparel, home, and accessories categories.
• Create product packaging concepts and graphics.
• Collaborate with design and production teams to develop ideas.
• Research fashion and market trends via social listening and primary sources.
• Maintain brand aesthetic and color/print direction across collections.
• Translate artwork for multiple fabrics and finishes; ensure viability for production.
• Provide artwork direction to factories and cross-functional teams.
• Communicate with vendors; provide strike-off feedback and approvals.
• Maintain organized digital design files and archives.
• Present artwork to cross-functional partners and leadership.

Skills

Graphic design

CAD design

Color theory

Typography

Concept development

Print production

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Illustrator

InDesign

Packaging design

Education

Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design

Tools

Photoshop

Illustrator

InDesign

Job description

About Us

Comfrt is one of the fastest-growing direct-to-consumer brands, dedicated to blending mental wellness, inclusivity, and elevated comfort into every piece we create. Our mission goes beyond clothing — we strive to build a community where everyone feels supported and seen.

About the Job

We're looking for a talented CAD & Graphic Designer to bring the Comfrt vision to life through print, pattern, and graphic design. Will play a key role in developing seasonal collections, translating our brand handwriting into compelling prints and graphics across apparel, home and accessories categories.

Responsibilities

• Design unique prints and patterns that align with the Comfrt aesthetic
• Develop graphic concepts across a range of apparel categories, including Logo, License and Non Logo content.
• Develop product packaging
• Collaborate with the design and production teams to brainstorm and develop new ideas
• Identify and interpret relevant fashion and market trends through research and social listening
• Maintain a strong understanding of the Comfrt brand aesthetic, customer, and market trends, with a sharp eye for color, print, pattern, and graphic direction relevant to the category.
• Conduct ongoing trend research across fashion, graphics, home, retail, and cultural spaces to help drive new print, pattern, and packaging concepts.
• Develop original graphics, prints, and repeat patterns while understanding how artwork translates across various product categories, materials, and fabrications.
• Partner with factories and cross-functional teams to provide clear artwork direction and ensure graphic execution, print quality, scale, placement, and application methods are commercially viable and aligned with design intent.
• Communicate directly with vendors, provide timely strike-off comments, and ensure artwork executes accurately
• Maintain organized digital files and archives of all designs
• Present artwork and communicate creative vision to cross-functional partners and senior leadership

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Illustration, or a related field — or equivalent experience
• 10+ years of experience in graphic and/or CAD design, preferably within apparel or a global retailer
• Proficiency in Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign
• Strong eye for color, composition, typography, and concept development
• Possess a strong understanding of graphic and print application techniques across different fabric types, including limitations and opportunities within garment wash, dye, print, embroidery, and specialty applications.
• Understand factory production capabilities and application methods to proactively problem-solve during development and support efficient execution from concept through production.
• Versatile artwork range, with the ability to execute across a broad spectrum of design styles — from elaborate plaids, camo, watercolor, and scenic illustrations to simple dots, stripes, and clean graphics
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines simultaneously.
• Ability to work autonomously, take ownership of projects, and effectively manage workload with minimal oversight in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong time management and prioritization skills with the ability to adapt quickly to shifting business needs and timelines.
• Proven ability to multitask across graphic design, print development, packaging, trend research, and cross-functional collaboration while maintaining high quality execution.
• A collaborative, positive team player who is open to feedback and thrives with cross-functional partners
• Strong presentation and communication skills

Portfolio Required — Please include a portfolio with your application showcasing your design range, color work, and concept development.

Why Join Comfrt?

• Be part of a purpose-driven company that's shaping the future of comfort and mental wellness.
• Work in a supportive, creative environment where your ideas and growth are valued.
• Enjoy Comfrt benefits such as generous paid time off, company-covered health insurance, 5% 401k match, and discounts on all Comfrt products!
• Join a passionate team making an impact on exciting projects, all while enjoying the flexibility and collaborative support of a fully remote environment.

Comfrt is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills.