Graphic Designer
About the job
- A Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Illustration, Fine Arts, or a related field is required.
- At least five years of experience in the fashion industry is required; children's wear knowledge is a plus.
- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite is required.
- Strong organizational, communication, and presentation skills, with attention to detail, are required.
- Ability to lead and develop a team of Assistant or Associate Graphic Designers is required.
- A brand-appropriate aesthetic is required.
- Create print designs for T-shirts and other apparel items.
- Develop and execute art concepts and follow up on all changes and processes required by the licensor.
- Prepare graphics for internal presentations.
- Prepare color separations for screen prints so artwork is print-ready when sent to the factory.
- Provide constructive, understandable comments to the Product Assurance team regarding strike-off and art approvals.
- Coordinate standards and other materials necessary for seasonal development.
- Design and research line elements as required, and assist in creating, updating, and designing sales tools and presentation aids.
- Research the market to identify current trends and present competitive data related to the area of responsibility to establish key brand objectives.
- Work with Design, Sales, and Brand Management teams to conceptualize and launch clothing lines for several levels of distribution.
- Manage and oversee the design process to ensure lines meet style plans and sales needs and reflect emerging trends.
- Ensure the accuracy and adherence of line sheets, production logs, and the design catalog.
- Partner with Sales and Marketing to merchandise showrooms for seasonal market dates.
- Recruit, develop, and manage assistant or associate-level team members.
- Complete special projects as assigned.
- Children's wear knowledge is a plus.
- Illustration skills are a plus.
About the company
Haddad Brands designs and sells children's clothing and accessories under licenses from sports and fashion brands, supplying retailers around the world. Its portfolio includes Nike, Jordan, Converse, Levi's and Polo Ralph Lauren, and the company adapts those labels to children's apparel. The business handles product development, sourcing and wholesale sales, while independent factories manufacture its collections. It also markets collections through digital campaigns, influencer partnerships and fashion shows that support retailers and brand partners. Founded in 1925 as an importing company, the privately held family business is headquartered in New York City.
Company Size
1,001-5,000
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
New York, NY
Founded
1925
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What believers are saying
- Eligible students get paid immersion: Legacy runs full-time, eight-week summer internships for rising juniors and seniors with GPAs above 3.0.
- Interns pitch real business solutions: Legacy's judged project awards the winning idea a $1,000 scholarship.
- Haddad reduces conventional energy reliance: the company says its distribution centers run on solar power.
What critics are saying
- New York designers face office requirements: Haddad's Designer - China posting requires consistent in-office presence.
- Creative freedom has boundaries: Haddad designs within each partner brand's established aesthetic.
- Product rules come from multiple owners: Haddad follows Nike and Levi's restricted substance lists alongside regulatory standards.
What makes Haddad Brands unique
- Haddad avoids store-brand production: its business explicitly excludes private-label apparel.
- International distribution uses shared ownership: Haddad works through joint ventures as well as distribution partners.
- Haddad has its own retail format: Rookie Kids combines children's clothing, accessories and footwear in multi-brand stores.
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