· 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 Apparel Graphic Designer, you'll be doing the following:
* Growing and developing brand’s identity through graphic design
* To design and develop exclusive graphics for mens, womens and kids across multi product areas.
* Working closely with 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.