Assistant Graphic Artist

About Us

Centric Brands is a leading lifestyle brand collective that designs, sources, markets and sells high quality products in multiple segments, including women’s, men’s and kid’s apparel, accessories, entertainment and beauty. Centric Brands is focused on our customers and our brands that will drive the company’s future growth. We are defined by innovation as we seize new opportunities and thrive in an environment informed by creativity and thinking that is both analytical and outside the box. Centric Brands reflects a team built on respect, for others and for the hard work it takes to achieve our goals and build our bright future together.

Specific Responsibilities Would Include

We’re seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Assistant Graphic Artist to support the Graphic Art Manager in developing apparel graphics and prints, creating original artwork, revising existing designs, and preparing production-ready artwork and technical art sheets. The ideal candidate is a self-starter who takes ownership of their work, learns quickly, asks thoughtful questions, and works independently without constant direction. We value someone who thinks outside the box, anticipates needs, identifies gaps, and proactively develops ideas and solutions to keep projects moving forward.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Graphic Art Manager during style reviews and meetings by taking detailed and accurate notes
• Experience in indexing & color separating artwork and prints for efficient recoloring and preparing production-ready print files
• Create and revise original artwork, print repeats, and existing graphics
• Assist in creating complete art charts for tech packs with technical callouts (PLM experience a plus; training provided)
• Update and maintain PLM data throughout the development and production process
• Maintain organized digital and physical artwork libraries
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines
• Identify opportunities for innovation and newness using AI and emerging tools
• Stay current on design trends, printing techniques, and industry developments

Our Best Fit Candidate Would Have

• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop); knowledge of Pointcarré is a plus
• Strong traditional art skills, including drawing and illustration with the ability to develop original artwork for apparel
• Familiarity with printing processes and fabric limitations required
• Strong active listening and communication skills, with the ability to capture details, understand expectations, and follow through on action items
• Quick learner who adapts on the fly, asks thoughtful questions, and applies feedback to new situations
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently and take ownership of responsibilities without constant supervision
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-performance environment
• Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Illustration, Fine Arts or a related field
• 1–2 years of relevant apparel graphic/print design experience

In return, we provide an industry-competitive salary, along with a comprehensive benefits plan (medical, dental, vision) that includes a matching 401(k), Summer Fridays, generous PTO, merchandise discounts, excellent career development opportunities, and a work environment that reflects our industry leadership. Our social impact program, Centric Cares, focuses on volunteerism to make a difference in communities we live and work in and our D&I committee is shaping the future of diversity, equity and inclusion at Centric Brands through workshops, resources and inspiring conversation.

Salary Range: $60,000 - $65,000

At Centric Brands, we believe our people are our greatest asset, and we seek to structure competitive compensation offers to ensure that we are able to attract and retain the best talent. Our job postings include an annual base salary range at the time of employment. The stated base salary range represents our good faith estimate as to what candidates are likely to expect, and we tailor our offers within the range based on several factors, including the selected candidate's educational and professional experience, industry knowledge, location, technical and communication skills, and other factors that may prove relevant during the selection process. Base salary is a part of a total compensation package, which, depending on the position, may also include commission earnings, annual bonus and other Centric Brands sponsored benefit programs.

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Centric Brands is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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