Graphic Designer

Progressive Graphics; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Progressive Graphics in Raleigh, NC, is seeking a detail-oriented Graphic Designer for an in-house, full-time role. You will create original designs for apparel and marketing materials and prepare production-ready files for screen printing and DTF.

The candidate will vectorize logos, manage proofs with the sales team, and maintain organized art files while supporting catalog and web asset production in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Proven graphic design experience with strong production artwork skills.
• Proficient in Illustrator and Photoshop on macOS; strong typography and layout capabilities.
• Experience vectorizing logos and preparing production-ready files.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Create original designs and layouts for apparel, promotional products, and marketing materials.
• Prepare production-ready files and vectorize raster logos for production.
• Generate CMYK and spot color separations for screen printing and DTF.
• Coordinate with sales to address artwork questions and manage proofs.
• Maintain organized digital and physical design files and art notes.
• Support photography, catalogs, and website assets as needed.

Skills

Illustrator

Photoshop

Typography

Layout design

Vector artwork

Time management

Attention to detail

Portfolio required

Education

Associate or Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design

Tools

Adobe InDesign

Canva

ShopWorks

Job description

Graphic Designer (Full-Time, In-House)

An established, high-volume screen printing and embroidery company is seeking an experienced, detail oriented Graphic Designer to join our in-house team. This position combines creative design with a strong emphasis on production artwork. The ideal candidate has strong design skills and is equally comfortable creating original concepts, refining customer supplied artwork, and preparing accurate, production-ready files. This is a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment where creativity, accuracy, organization, and efficiency are essential.

Schedule

Full-Time, Monday–Friday

Location

In-House (Non-Remote)

Key Responsibilities

• Graphic Design: Create original designs and layouts for apparel, promotional products, marketing materials, and other customer projects.
• Artwork Preparation: Recreate and vectorize raster logos; edit, revise, and optimize customer-supplied artwork for production.
• Screen Printing & DTF: Prepare Spot Color, Simulated Process, and CMYK separations for screen printing, as well as production-ready files for Direct-to-Film (DTF) printing.
• Embroidery & Promotional Products: Prepare artwork for external embroidery digitizing and promotional product vendors.
• Product Mockups: Create accurate digital mockups of garments, accessories, and promotional products.
• Workflow Management: Manage design calendars, enter project information, and maintain detailed art notes in ShopWorks.
• Internal Communication: Work closely with sales to address artwork questions and manage proofs, revisions, and final approvals.
• Production & Asset Management: Organize production paperwork and maintain physical and digital design files.
• Marketing Support: Assist with photography, design, layout, and production of catalogs and other marketing materials, including website assets.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• High proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop on macOS.
• Strong graphic design skills with a solid understanding of typography, layout, color, and composition.
• Strong vector artwork and production-file preparation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, shift priorities, and meet tight deadlines without sacrificing quality.
• Exceptional attention to detail and strong troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to take direction and work effectively both independently and collaboratively.
• Portfolio demonstrating graphic design, vector artwork, and production layouts is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design or a related field.
• 2+ years of professional graphic design experience, preferably in the apparel, screen printing, or print industry.
• Experience preparing color separations for screen printing.
• Experience with DTF, embroidery, promotional products, or other decorated-apparel production is a plus.
• Familiarity with Adobe InDesign, Canva, and ShopWorks is beneficial.

About Us

We are a North Carolina company founded by NC State University graduates and have served the area for more than 35 years. While proud of our history, we continually improve and adapt as our industry and technology evolve. Today, our work reaches customers across the country, while our local roots remain at the heart of who we are.