Graphic Designer

Soni; New York (NY); On-site; USD 77,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

Soni is seeking an experienced Graphic Designer for Boys', Young Men's and Men's sportswear. The role emphasizes graphics, prints, and trend-driven artwork across multiple collections.

You will work with designers, production teams, and overseas partners to ensure artwork is production-ready and delivered on schedule. Ideal candidates have a strong portfolio in apparel graphics, advanced Illustrator and Photoshop skills on Mac, and a proven track record with sportswear decoration techniques.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years graphic design experience in apparel.
• Strong portfolio showing apparel graphics, placement prints, AOPs, and sportswear artwork.

Responsibilities

• Develop original placement graphics, all-over prints (AOPs), and seasonal artwork for sportswear and swimwear collections.
• Collaborate with Design Director to create trend-right graphics for collections and retailer initiatives.
• Prepare final art tech packs for production with Assistant Designers and Production teams.
• Create presentation boards for internal reviews and customer pitches.
• Maintain seasonal artwork libraries and showroom materials.
• Review strike-offs and production samples; provide artwork comments for accuracy.
• Assist in creating look books, trend presentations, and seasonal layouts.
• Coordinate with overseas manufacturing partners to ensure production-ready artwork delivered on schedule.

Skills

5+ years experience

Tools

Adobe Illustrator

Photoshop

Job description

Graphic Designer – Boys', Young Men's & Men's Sportswear

Soni's client, a growing apparel company specializing in branded and private label programs, is seeking an experienced Graphic Designer to join its creative team. This role is ideal for a highly creative designer with a strong background in apparel graphics, prints, and trend-driven artwork for the boys', young men's, and men's sportswear market.

Responsibilities:

• Develop original placement graphics, all-over prints (AOPs), and seasonal artwork for sportswear and swimwear collections.
• Collaborate with the Design Director to create trend-right graphics for seasonal collections and retailer-specific initiatives.
• Partner with Assistant Designers and Production teams to prepare final art tech packs for production.
• Create polished presentation boards for internal reviews and customer presentations.
• Maintain and organize seasonal artwork libraries and showroom materials.
• Review strike-offs, trim submissions, and production samples, providing artwork comments and ensuring design accuracy throughout the development process.
• Assist in creating look books, trend presentations, and seasonal design layouts.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams and overseas manufacturing partners to ensure artwork is production-ready and delivered on schedule.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5 years of graphic design experience within the apparel industry.
• Strong portfolio showcasing apparel graphics, placement prints, all-over prints (AOPs), and sportswear artwork.
• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop on a Mac platform.
• Experience creating production-ready artwork and art tech packs.
• Strong understanding of apparel embellishment techniques and print processes.
• Experience collaborating with overseas factories and production partners.
• Excellent communication, organization, and time management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience designing for boys', young men's, and/or men's apparel.
• Background in licensed apparel and/or private label programs.
• Knowledge of screen printing, sublimation, embroidery, heat transfers, specialty inks, and other apparel decoration techniques.
• Strong understanding of fashion trends, color, typography, and graphic storytelling.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a collaborative creative team where you'll play a key role in developing trend-driven graphics from concept through production for nationally recognized apparel programs.

Compensation:

Up to $85,000

Salary is based on a range of factors that include relevant experience, knowledge, skills, other job-related qualifications.