Graphic Designer (Apparel)

Aquent (United States); Beaverton (OR); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Aquent seeks a talented and detail-oriented Graphic Designer to join our apparel product team. You will deliver production-ready schematics and technical files for apparel, tees, and footwear, ensuring design intent translates into executable outcomes with speed, precision, and consistency across seasonal deliverables.

You will collaborate with Product, Graphic, Color, and Digital Design teams, own projects from concept to final execution, and contribute to process improvements while mentoring

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5+ years of apparel graphic design experience.
• Expertise in schematic measurements and production-ready artwork.
• Proficiency in Adobe Suite for design and production tasks.
• Portfolio submission is required to be considered.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced apparel environment and manage priorities.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain 100% accurate graphic schematics and production-ready artwork with clear detail.
• Collaborate with Product, Graphic, Color, and Digital Design teams to preserve design intent.
• Translate 2D concepts into 3D product applications using samples and digital tools.
• Own projects from concept through final execution, balancing quality, speed, and priorities.
• Act as a category expert, fostering cross-functional communication and partnerships.
• Contribute to process mapping, onboarding materials, and workflow improvements.
• Share expertise and mentor teammates to grow production art capabilities.

Skills

5+ years apparel design

Schematic measurements

Typography

Communication & collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Adobe Suite

CLO 3D

Vizcom

Job description

We are seeking a talented and detail-oriented Graphic Designer to join a fast-paced environment focused on apparel product. This role is crucial for delivering best-in-class production art execution across apparel, tees, and/or footwear graphics. You will create and maintain accurate production-ready graphic schematics, technical files, and visual tools, ensuring design intent is perfectly translated into executable product outcomes with speed, precision, and consistency across seasonal deliverables. You’ll work collaboratively within a team of approximately 4-8 individuals, juggling competing priorities and consistently delivering high-quality results.

Key Responsibilities

• Create and maintain 100% accurate graphic schematics and production-ready artwork that clearly communicate material, trim, graphic, color, and style details.
• Partner closely with Product, Graphic, Color, and Digital Design teams to ensure design intent is preserved throughout the development and commercialization process.
• Demonstrate advanced ability to translate 2D concepts into 3D product applications utilizing samples, forms, and digital tools.
• Own assigned projects from initial concept through final execution, effectively balancing quality, speed, and business priorities.
• Serve as a category expert by actively participating in team meetings, fostering cross-functional communication, and building strong partnerships across the entire product creation process.
• Contribute to process mapping, onboarding materials, training tools, and workflow efficiencies that enhance overall team effectiveness.
• Share expertise and provide informal mentorship to teammates, helping to build production art capabilities across the team.

Required Skills & Experience

• Minimum of 5+ years of experience in a graphic design role, specifically related to apparel.
• Expertise in schematic measurements.
• Proficiency in Adobe Suite.
• Ability to work comfortably in a fast-paced environment, juggling competing priorities and adapting quickly to new challenges.
• A portfolio is required with submission; candidates without one will be disqualified.

Skills That Will Make You Stand Out

• Experience with 3D rendering, specifically CLO.
• Experience with AI tools, specifically Vizcom.
• Strong typography experience.
• A degree is preferred, though not a hard requirement.
• Strong graphic production expertise across apparel, tees, and/or footwear.
• Exceptional attention to detail and a strong commitment to accuracy.
• Effective communication, collaboration, and project management skills.
• Ability to navigate ambiguity, solve problems, and drive results in a dynamic environment.