Junior Graphic Designer – Licensed Character Apparel

Aspire Talent Solutions; New York (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Sick days

Paid holidays

Job summary

Aspire Talent Solutions is seeking a Junior Graphic Designer for licensed apparel in New York, NY. The role focuses on creating graphics for sleepwear, loungewear, and intimate apparel tied to entertainment properties.

You will contribute to tech packs, packaging, and development across teams. Ideal candidates have strong Illustrator skills, a good eye for detail, and eagerness to learn garment construction and manufacturing processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Fashion Design, Illustration, or a related discipline.
• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator is required; familiarity with Adobe Photoshop is a plus.
• Strong visual design abilities, creativity, and attention to detail.
• Interest in licensed merchandise, character-based artwork, and apparel product development.
• Ability to prioritize multiple assignments, meet deadlines, and maintain organization in a fast-paced setting.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to collaborate across teams.
• Eagerness to learn about garment construction, technical design, and apparel manufacturing.
• Previous experience preparing tech packs or working with apparel manufacturers is beneficial but not required.
• Packaging design experience is an additional plus.

Responsibilities

• Artwork & Graphic Development: Design original graphics, prints, patterns, and other artwork for licensed apparel. Help develop concepts that reflect licensing requirements, brand standards, and current market trends.
• Technical Documentation: Prepare and maintain apparel tech packs detailing artwork placement, color variations, measurements, materials, and garment construction requirements to support accurate manufacturing.
• Product Design & Development: Partner with design and merchandising teams to move products from initial concepts through final production.
• Sample Evaluation: Inspect samples for graphic accuracy, color matching, artwork positioning, and compliance with design specifications. Provide feedback and communicate necessary adjustments.
• Team & Vendor Coordination: Work closely with merchandising, production, and overseas manufacturing partners to ensure products are developed and produced according to approved designs.
• File & Specification Management: Keep artwork files, tech packs, product specifications, and sample review notes organized and up to date for ongoing development and repeat production.
• Packaging Support: Assist in creating packaging graphics and preparing packaging-related technical documentation when needed.

Skills

Adobe Illustrator

Graphic design

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Collaboration

Packaging design

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design

Tools

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe Photoshop

Job description

Aspire Talent Solutions is seeking a Junior Graphic Designer for licensed apparel in New York, NY. The role focuses on creating graphics for sleepwear, loungewear, and intimate apparel tied to entertainment properties.

You will contribute to tech packs, packaging, and development across teams. Ideal candidates have strong Illustrator skills, a good eye for detail, and eagerness to learn garment construction and manufacturing processes.