Established in 1981 with a single store in the Northwest of England, the JD Group is a leading omni-channel retailer of Sports Fashion, Outdoors and Gyms with our colleagues working in stores across several retail fascias in many markets around the world. JD Sports Fashion Plc was listed on the London Stock Exchange in 1996 and has been a FTSE100 publicly quoted company since 2019 and continues to grow in the UK and internationally. We want to be the leading global omnichannel retailer in the sports and outdoor industry. To be a part of this successful company and help us to achieve this you will have the desire to ingrain our strategic goals of being a people-led, innovative and customer-focused organisation which provides operational excellence whilst identifying new areas of growth as part of our day to day objectives. · Job Title – Graphics & Apparel Designer - JD Sports · Location – JD Group, Hollins Brook Way, Pilsworth, Bury, BL9 8RR · Working rota – Monday to Friday · Working hours – 8:30am to 5:00pm, 40 hours per week. What You'll Be Doing: As an Graphics and Apparel Designer, you'll be doing the following: Growing and developing a global brands identity through graphic design To design and develop exclusive graphics for men's, women's and kids across multi-product areas Working on global brands such as Unlike Human, McKenzie, Supply and Demand, Technicals and Pink Soda. Working closely with the design team to fulfil global briefs. Designing a high standard of graphic assets for own brand ranges. Creation of photographic, AOP, placement and vector prints. Driving graphic trends with a global outlook. Designing in line with brand DNA, understanding of customer profiles. Commercial handwriting. Presenting to buying team. Briefing graphic execution to product development team through creation of tech and artwork packs. Attending research trips. Responsible for ensuring compliance with the IP process. Collaborate with marketing to create assets for campaigns, launches etc Designing in line with critical paths to hit design deadlines. Mentoring and training members of the design team on graphic skills. What We're Looking For: Strong working knowledge of Adobe suite is essential. Strong teamwork and communication skills are essential. Excellent time management skills. Knowledge of PLM systems is an advantage, however full training is available. 3D Design would be an advantage. Experience in graphic design for apparel. Specifically streetwear, sportswear, athleisure and activewear Technical knowledge of print techniques. Experience creating technical packs including sizing and grading of graphics Adaptive and ability to work in a fast-paced environment. We know our colleagues work tirelessly to make JD Sports the success it is today and in turn, we offer them some amazing benefits including staff Discount On JD Group and other brands within the organisation and personal development opportunities to learn and develop at work. Thank you for your time Other details Job Family Head Office Colleague Pay Type Salary Employment Indicator Permanent Travel Required No