Freelance Associate Designer, Men's Graphics

WorkGenius Group; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

WorkGenius Group is seeking a Freelance Associate Designer specializing in Men's Graphics in New York, NY. The role involves developing seasonal graphic concepts, directing junior designers, and supporting cross-functional teams in a hybrid NYC setting.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in fashion/graphic design, proficiency in Illustrator and Photoshop on Mac, and a strong eye for color and trends. Excellent communication and multitasking abilities are essential for success in this freelance

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design, Graphic Design, or equivalent education and experience, with 5+ years of related experience.
• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop within a Mac environment; working knowledge of Excel.
• Strong eye for color, trends, detail, and construction; excellent graphic design and illustration skills.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize according to business objectives, and manage multiple projects with strong attention to detail.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and cross-functional collaboration skills; comfortable working in a hybrid environment.

Responsibilities

• Research emerging graphic design trends and production techniques, and develop seasonal graphic concepts and board presentations.
• Collaborate on seasonal assortments and provide graphic direction across product categories.
• Illustrate primary graphics and direct supporting designers on scale, concept, and placement.
• Organize graphics by season and concept, and develop linesheets and color schemes for seasonal graphic tee programs.
• Coordinate in-person collaboration for product development, milestone meetings, fittings, approvals, and other business needs.

Skills

Graphic Design

Fashion Design

Mens Apparel

Trend Research

Technical Illustration

Art Direction

Color Development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design

Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design

Tools

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe Photoshop

Excel

Mac

Job description

Title: Freelance Associate Designer, Men's Graphics

Industry: Fashion and Apparel

Location: New York, NY

Duration: October 20, 2026 - March 31, 2027; potential temp-to-permanent opportunity. NYC hybrid schedule.

Responsibilities

• Research emerging graphic design trends and production techniques, and develop seasonal graphic concepts and board presentations.
• Collaborate on seasonal assortments and provide graphic direction across product categories.
• Illustrate primary graphics and direct supporting designers on scale, concept, and placement.
• Organize graphics by season and concept, and develop linesheets and color schemes for seasonal graphic tee programs.
• Coordinate in-person collaboration for product development, milestone meetings, fittings, approvals, and other business needs.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design, Graphic Design, or equivalent education and experience, with 5+ years of related experience.
• High proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop within a Mac environment; working knowledge of Excel.
• Strong eye for color, trends, detail, and construction, with excellent graphic design and illustration skills.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize according to business objectives, and manage multiple projects with strong attention to detail.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and cross-functional collaboration skills; comfortable working in a hybrid environment.

Skills

• Graphic Design
• Fashion Design
• Men's Apparel
• Adobe Illustrator
• Adobe Photoshop
• Mac
• Trend Research
• Technical Illustration
• Art Direction
• Color Development

Hourly rate is commensurate with experience and is an estimated range provided by WorkGenius.