Jr. Designer (Headwear Key Accounts)

New Era Cap; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

New Era Cap, LLC is seeking a Jr. Designer to support product design processes at our Buffalo, NY headquarters. This on-site role focuses on executing design deliverables, tech packs, and collaborations for licensed sports and brand partner headwear projects.

The successful candidate will assist cross-functional teams, manage multiple projects, and contribute to creating compelling headwear that aligns with our strategic plans. A design degree and 1–3 years of experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design or related field preferred; relevant job experience may substitute degree.
• 1–3 years of Product Design experience or equivalent combination of education and experience required.
• Knowledge of sportswear or apparel industry preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists in the design execution of specific projects in relation to product plans.
• Supports core design needs, tech pack builds, and graphic executions.
• Builds prototype tech packs for program, custom, and brand partner headwear projects.
• Collaborates with Core Design, Product Line Management, Product Operations and Sourcing teams in the design process.
• Understands the licensed sports marketplace and product categories.
• Executes custom design sessions with key accounts and special retail partners.
• Meets timelines within merchandising calendars.
• Keep all sensitive matters confidential.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Graphic design

Microsoft Office

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design

Tools

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe Photoshop

PLM

Job description

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Full Time Ind Contributor Buffalo, NY, US

5 days ago Requisition ID: 2162

Salary Range: $50,000.00 To $57,000.00 Annually

New Era Cap, LLC. is an international lifestyle brand headquartered in Buffalo, NY with an authentic sports heritage that dates back over 100 years. Best known for being the official on-field cap for MLB, official sideline cap for NFL, and official on-court cap for NBA, New Era Cap is the brand of choice not only for its headwear collection, but also for its accessories and apparel lines for men, women and youth. The brand is worn as a symbol of self-expression by athletes, artists and some of the most interesting people around the globe. New Era Cap encourages people to truly express their personal style and individuality through its products.

Since 1920, this family-owned business has hired employees who are masters of their craft. We are innovators, architects of culture, experts, and forward thinkers. We demand excellence because we pride ourselves on the quality of our products and the authenticity of our brand.

Interested in working with us? Check out this exciting opportunity at New Era Cap’s Headquarters (HQ) building located in downtown Buffalo, NY. This role is 100% on-site, encouraging employees to collaborate and connect in person five days a week. HQ offers an inviting atmosphere, complete with an on-site café, fitness center, and Flagship store.

Apply to join New Era's team!

The Design team is responsible for the headwear design and creative execution of our licensed sports and brand partner initiatives. This team understands all design touch points in the development process and is focused on driving commercial results.

The role of Jr. Designer is to support our product design processes in accordance with the strategic plans of the Product Development department. Our Jr. Designers are consistently executing various basic design and tech pack deliverables for a wide variety of headwear deliverables. This position executes design needs per go-to-market project in accordance with direction from the Design Director.

Responsibilities

• Assists in the design execution of specific projects in relationship to product plans
• Supports core design needs, tech pack builds, and graphic executions
• Builds prototype tech packs for program, custom, and brand partner headwear projects
• Collaborates with Core Design, Product Line Management, Product Operations and Sourcing teams in the design process
• Understands the licensed sports marketplace and subsequent product categories
• Executes custom design sessions with key accounts and special retail partners
• Meets or exceeds timelines associated with merchandising calendars
• Keep all sensitive matters confidential
• Other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrates graphic abilities in custom logo and wordmark design
• Collaborates with cross functional teams across product design needs
• Manages change with urgency and persistence
• Proficient in individually managing multiple projects daily while meeting established deadlines
• Demonstrates excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Represents the brand in all actions and decisions
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Excel required
• Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop)
• Experience with PLM preferred

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Fashion Design or Communication Arts preferred; relevant job experience in lieu of degree will be considered
• One (1) to Three (3) years of experience in Product Design experience or equivalent combination or education and experience required
• Knowledge of sportswear or apparel industry preferred

Travel Requirement

• The location for this position is 100% on-site in Buffalo, NY
• 0% to 5%; domestic and/or global

The salary range for this posted position is $50,000 - $57,000 (plus bonus & benefits) and pertains to candidates located in Western New York. Actual compensation is determined by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, education, essential job duties and requirements, and necessary experience.

Our casual work environment celebrates individuality and encourages employees to showcase their personal style. We pride ourselves on offering a comprehensive benefits package designed to promote health, financial stability, and personal growth, along with a generous PTO policy.

As an employee, you will enjoy a range of perks, including paid parking, exclusive discounts on apparel and headwear, and professional development opportunities right here on-site. We can't wait for you to experience all that our dynamic workplace has to offer!