Graphic Designer

Kontoor Brands, Inc.; North Carolina; Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounts on apparel

Paid parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Wellbeing resources

Job summary

Kontoor Brands, Inc. is seeking a Graphic Designer to work collaboratively within Marketing Operations. This role requires conceptualizing and designing diverse marketing vehicles for various brands.

Ideal candidates will possess an Associate’s degree in graphic design and 3-5 years of professional experience. Knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite and a strong portfolio are essential. A comprehensive benefits package is included.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of professional graphic design experience.
• Strong portfolio showcasing creative excellence.
• Experience designing for digital platforms; HTML/CSS knowledge is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with marketing to develop design concepts.
• Create and execute overall layout for various marketing applications.
• Ensure brand consistency across multiple platforms.

Skills

Visual ideation and creative problem solving

Strong design aesthetic

Technical skills in design software

Strong interpersonal skills

Education

Associate’s degree in graphic design

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator)

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

About Kontoor Brands

Kontoor Brands is a portfolio of three of the world’s most iconic lifestyle, outdoor and workwear brands: Wrangler®, Lee® and Helly Hansen®. The company is purpose‑led and focuses on leveraging its global platform, strategic sourcing model and best‑in‑class supply chain to drive brand growth and deliver long‑term value for stakeholders.

Position Summary

The Graphic Designer works with other members of Marketing Operations and Brand Marketing teams to conceptualize, design, and execute a wide variety of demand‑generating marketing vehicles to convey a particular message, idea or concept. The role supports multiple brands, existing product lines, new product innovations, marketing and strategic brand initiatives in a fast‑paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Work closely with the creative lead, senior graphic designers, and Brand marketing in a proactive, creative and collaborative effort to elevate our brands.
• Think creatively and develop design concepts, graphics and layouts that capture project briefs and captivate consumers.
• Interpret creative briefs into conceptual ideas.
• Design materials that enhance the brand and the overall consumer/customer experience.
• Concept, develop, and execute overall layout and production design for various applications such as print advertising, digital advertising, POS/POP, catalogs, selling materials, and internal collateral.
• Ensure consistency and standards across several brands.

Skills for Success

• Visual ideation and creative problem solving.
• Strong design aesthetic, technical skills and ability to think conceptually.
• Ability to design based on a creative brief, feedback, sketches and critiques.
• Comfortable creating and working with deadlines.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to juggle multiple tasks by prioritizing appropriately.
• Strong interpersonal and project management skills.

Experience & Education

• Associate’s degree in graphic design.
• 3–5 years of professional graphic design experience.
• A strong portfolio showcasing creative excellence and technical expertise.
• Expert-level skills in Adobe Creative Suite, including InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator.
• Advanced photo‑retouching and image‑manipulation capabilities.
• Highly proficient in Microsoft PowerPoint, with advanced presentation design and formatting skills.
• Thorough understanding of print production and digital asset creation.
• Experience designing for digital platforms; working knowledge of HTML/CSS is a plus.
• Familiarity with 3D design, motion graphics, or video editing is a plus.
• Agency or in‑house corporate creative experience preferred.
• Passion for and understanding of sports, fashion, art, and contemporary culture.
• Knowledge of apparel products and industry trends is an advantage.

Benefits

Kontoor Brands offers a comprehensive benefit package, including discounts on apparel, four weeks of paid parental leave for eligible employees who are new parents, flexible Fridays, tuition reimbursement, resources to support physical, emotional, social, and financial wellbeing, and a culture centered on equitable opportunities.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Kontoor Brands is an equal‑employment‑opportunity/affirmative action employer of minorities, females, protected veterans and the disabled. Kontoor Brands is committed to providing equal opportunities in employment, and to treating its associates and applicants without discrimination on the basis of race, color, gender, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status, HIV/AIDS status, or any other legally protected factor.