Graphic Design Manager - Lead Seasonal Apparel Graphics

47 Brand, LLC; Westwood (MA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

47 Brand, LLC in Westwood, MA is looking for a Design Manager - Graphics to lead the apparel graphics team, translating seasonal concepts into on-brand visuals and ensuring timely delivery. You will oversee workflows, maintain artwork quality, and partner with Brand and PM teams to align on creative direction.

Candidates should bring 7-10 years of managerial experience and a deep knowledge of apparel techniques, with strong communication skills to drive cross-functional collaboration in a

Qualifications

• 7-10 years prior managerial experience required.
• Strong knowledge of apparel techniques and execution
• Strong writing and communication skills and grammatical proficiency
• Ability to communicate results to team & management & thrive in a fast-paced environment
• A self-starter able to work independently, leading and managing multiple projects
• Comfortable and confident in making effective decisions in a timely manner
• Strong Organizational and Collaboration Skills

Responsibilities

• Manages graphic designers and monitors their daily workload
• Ensure that the accuracy and integrity of all artworks meet the company’s brand standards
• Maintains consistent support for Brand and PM’s to foster stronger relationships both internally and externally
• Conduct seasonal line reviews with designers to review processes needed for a clear and cohesive workflow
• Review all new graphic packages with Graphics Team to ensure accuracy & quality
• Relay workload progress, issues and concerns to Design leadership
• Inspire and instill a creative working environment with all direct reports
• Work alongside PM’s and Key Account Sales team to create SMU’s
• Translate project briefs from PM’s, design graphics and submit to PM’s for approval

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Design management

Brand standards

Job description

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Manager, Design- Graphics

QUICK TO MARKET Manager Westwood, MA, US

30+ days ago Requisition ID: 2198

Salary Range: $110,000.00 To $120,000.00 Annually

Design Manager - Graphics

Reporting to the Senior Graphic Manager or equivalent position, the Design Manager - Graphics is responsible for all aspects of the apparel graphics designing process while assisting with strategic planning and executing said plan. Effectively & efficiently manages the design process to ensure Seasonal Collections are translated accurately and in a timely fashion

Management

• Manages graphic designers and monitors their daily workload
• Ensure that the accuracy and integrity of all artworks meet the company’s brand standards
• Maintains consistent support for Brand and PM’s to foster stronger relationships both internally and externally
• Conduct seasonal line reviews with designers to review processes needed for a clear and cohesive workflow
• Review all new graphic packages with Graphics Team to ensure accuracy & quality
• Relay workload progress, issues and concerns to Design leadership
• Inspire and instill a creative working environment with all direct reports

Graphic Design

• Research new graphic trends for seasonal product lines and key brand moments
• Collaborate with Design Team on new innovative graphics for all collections
• Understand ’47 Brand consumer, brand-positioning, competitors, and relevant brands in the marketplace
• Responsible for creating, broadcasting and driving seasonal Graphic Creative Direction
• Produce presentation materials that communicate the concepts and inspiration behind them
• Ensure all designs appropriately reflect ’47 Brand’s design philosophy and standards
• Utilize research and design skills to create original, innovative designs
• Adhere to the design calendar and specific timelines
• Finalize all templates and review with design, development, and production
• Partner with Brand and PM team in order to get the best possible products developed
• Translate ideas from concept into actual, on-brand graphic packages

SMU’s

• Work alongside PM’s and Key Account Sales team to create SMU’s
• Translate project briefs from PM’s, design graphics and submit to PM’s for approval
• Provide information and guidance to product team as needed

* Other Duties and Responsibilities as directed by the Senior Design Manager

Qualifications:

• 7-10 years prior managerial experience required
• Strong knowledge of apparel techniques and execution
• Strong writing and communication skills and grammatical proficiency
• Ability to communicate results to team & management & thrive in a fast-paced environment
• A self-starter able to work independently, leading and managing multiple projects
• Comfortable and confident in making effective decisions in a timely manner
• Strong Organizational and Collaboration Skills