Graphic Designer 3 [AQ-23678]

Aquent; Beaverton (OR); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Aquent partners with a global leader in athletic and fashion innovation to shape iconic signature products. The role focuses on turning concepts into production-ready apparel graphics, guaranteeing quality, manufacturability, and design integrity for logos, trims, and graphic elements.

You will lead end-to-end production art, collaborate with design teams, and drive adoption of digital workflows and production techniques. A strong portfolio and 5+ years in apparel production art are required.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in Production Art for Apparel.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience.
• Extensive experience as a senior-level apparel production artist.
• Strong portfolio showing graphic design and technical schematic work for logos and trims.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of production-ready apparel graphics with technical accuracy.
• Create detailed technical schematics for logos, trims, and graphic elements for factory production.
• Collaborate with design teams to translate concepts into executable production art for signature products.
• Own the end-to-end process of graphic design and production art.
• Drive innovation in apparel production techniques and digital design workflows.

Skills

Production Art

Apparel Graphics

Portfolio

Senior-level

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

CLO software

AI tools

Job description

Aquent is proud to partner with a globally recognized leader in innovative apparel design, a brand synonymous with pushing boundaries and setting trends in the athletic and fashion industries. This is an unparalleled opportunity to contribute to the creation of groundbreaking products that inspire athletes and consumers worldwide. Join a team dedicated to design excellence, where your talent will directly influence the aesthetic and technical quality of highly anticipated collections. In this pivotal role, your vision and technical expertise will transform creative concepts into tangible, production-ready apparel designs, making a significant impact on the final product and contributing to innovation in digital apparel design. This is your chance to shape the future of apparel, influencing global trends and inspiring a generation.

About The Role

Step into a dynamic position where you will be instrumental in the development of iconic signature products. You will ensure every detail, from intricate logos to precision trims, meets the highest standards of quality and manufacturability. Your meticulous eye and extensive technical expertise will drive the end-to-end design process, collaborating closely with design teams to translate creative concepts into executable production art. This role offers the opportunity to lead in the development of production-ready apparel graphics, contributing to innovation in apparel production techniques and digital design workflows, and demonstrating clear ownership of each stage of the design and production art process.

What You’ll Do

• Lead the development of production-ready apparel graphics, ensuring technical accuracy and design integrity.
• Create detailed technical schematics for logos, trims, and other graphic elements for factory production.
• Collaborate closely with design teams to translate creative concepts into executable production art, particularly for signature products and fashion-forward apparel.
• Manage the end-to-end process of graphic design and production art, demonstrating clear ownership of each stage.
• Contribute to the innovation of apparel production techniques and digital design workflows.

Must-Have Skills & Experience

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in Production Art for Apparel.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience.
• Extensive experience as a senior-level apparel production artist.
• Demonstrated experience working with signature products and the fashion side of apparel.
• A strong portfolio showcasing graphic design experience and technical schematic expertise for logos and trims, with clear examples of process ownership from start to finish.

Nice-to-Have Skills & Experience

• Experience with technical graphic design for apparel products, including creating schematics for factory production.
• Proficiency in screen printing on apparel, trims for apparel, color separations for screen-printing, all-over print, printing design, and supplementation.
• Production art experience in footwear and accessories.
• Interest or experience with 3D design, CLO software, and Ai tools.
• Previous experience within the industry.

Client Description

Global leader in athletic footwear, apparel, and equipment. Our client focuses on innovation, performance, and marketing, partnering with top athletes and teams. The company emphasizes sustainability and digital advancements to enhance the sports experience.