Fashion Designer - Graphic Focus

ON TWELFTH; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

On Twelfth is seeking a creative Women's Apparel Graphic Designer to support the development of our multi faceted product lines. This role requires trend awareness, collaborative working style, and strong graphic artwork skills.

Design graphics and illustrations for seasonal collections, produce production-ready art files, and collaborate with garment engineers and offshore vendors to ensure color accuracy, fit, and quality while upholding the brand's signature style.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in graphic design, fashion design, or related field.
• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop.
• Strong illustration, typography, color theory, and layout skills.
• Understanding garment construction and apparel production processes.

Responsibilities

• Design and ideation: Research current market and fashion trends to develop original, trend-right graphics, illustrations, typography, and seasonal themes.
• Technical Artwork Creation: Use design software (illustrator and photoshop) to create production-ready art files, including color separations, repeat patterns, and layouts for embellishments.
• Prototyping and Sampling: Prepare detailed tech packs for manufacturers and review prototypes for color accuracy, fit, and quality, communicating revisions to offshore teams.
• Collaboration: Partner with apparel designers to ensure a cohesive collection that meets aesthetic and business goals.
• Asset Management: Organize and maintain a digital library of artwork, design files, and materials for brand consistency.

Skills

Illustration

Typography

Color theory

Layout

Attention to Detail

Communication

Time Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in graphic design, fashion design, or related field

Tools

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe Photoshop

Job description

On Twelfth is a young contemporary women’s brand inspired by high fashion and street influences. We interpret this inspiration into wearable, trend-driven collections that balance thoughtful design, quality, and accessibility.

With growing global presence, we continue to design with purpose—creating our signature style that feels current, refined, and effortless.

Job Title: Women's Apparel Graphic Designer

Department: Design

Reports To: Design Manager

Job Summary

We are seeking a creative Women's Apparel Graphic Designer to support the development of our multi faceted product lines. This role requires trend awareness, collaborative working style, and strong graphic artwork skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and Ideation: Research current market and fashion trends to develop original, trend-right graphics, illustrations, typography, and seasonal themes.
• Technical Artwork Creation: Use design software (primarily Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop) to create detailed, production-ready art files, including color separations, repeat patterns, and precise layouts for embellishments like screen prints, embroidery, or rhinestones.
• Prototyping and Sampling: Prepare detailed technical drawings and specifications (tech packs) for manufacturers and review prototypes and samples (strike-offs) for color accuracy, fit, and overall quality, communicating any necessary revisions to offshore teams and vendors.
• Collaboration: Partner with apparel designers to ensure a cohesive collection that meets both aesthetic and business objectives.
• Asset Management: Organize and maintain a digital library of artwork, design files, and materials for future reference and brand consistency.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Education: A bachelor's degree in graphic design, fashion design, or a related field is typically required.
• Technical Proficiency: Advanced expertise in Adobe Creative Suite, especially Illustrator and Photoshop, is essential.
• Design Skills: Strong illustration skills, an eye for typography, color theory, and layout are critical.
• Industry Knowledge: A solid understanding of garment construction, different printing techniques (e.g., screen printing), materials, and the overall apparel production process.

Soft Skills:

• Attention to Detail: Meticulousness in creating production-ready files and reviewing samples.
• Communication: Strong verbal and visual communication skills to present ideas and provide clear direction to internal and external partners.
• Time Management: The ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.