Associate Graphic Designer

General Summary: The Associate Graphic Designer contributes to the development of seasonal concepts and works with the cross functional team to create innovative Men's & Women's graphics that support the brand and the financial goals of the category. He/she leverages trend awareness, creativity, and relationship building skills to fulfill these objectives.

Position Responsibilities:

• Design innovative apparel graphics that are aligned with overall seasonal design direction
• Creatively explore all apparel graphics, new techniques and materials
• Collaborate to develop creative typographic and layout solutions
• Use trend intelligence and an understanding of the current and historical business to design and execute specific categories
• Develop strong working relationships with cross functional team members (Merchandising, Production and Design) through communication and problem solving

• Understand the fundamentals of the production process as it impacts graphic design projects

• Adapt all approved layouts to various formats
• Prepare inspiration/trend boards using creative methods
• Manage deadlines in accordance with the corporate calendar
• Maintain project libraries; compile all reference material together with program files
• Tech packs and graphic mechanical artwork
• Understanding of screen printing 

Position Requirements:

• Must have experience within apparel, (tees, hoodies, etc.)
• 2-3 years of graphic design experience 
• Ability to innovate and think creatively

• Strong sketching skills

• Understanding of the youth market and Nautica customer

• Ability to multi-task and shift priorities

• Excellent organizational and communication skills

• Proficiency in, Photoshop, & Illustrator, Adobe Suite

What you get:

If eligible, we offer a competitive benefits package including medical/dental/vision, term life insurance, paid vacation/holidays*, and 401(k) with Company match. All associates are eligible for an associate discount on all Catalyst Brands merchandise. For paid holidays, associates who are eligible for paid vacation (MTO) are also eligible for eight paid holidays during the calendar year. All store hourly associates scheduled to work on a designated holiday will receive additional compensation. *For paid vacation days, as well as eligibility requirements for other benefits, please visit www.catalystbrandsbenefits.com

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