Apparel Graphic Designer - Branded Merchandise - 59275029788

Job Title: Apparel Graphic Designer for Branded Merchandise & Uniform Programs
Job Type: Freelance / Contract (Ongoing Opportunity)
Work Hours: Flexible (project-based turnaround, typically 24–72 hours per project)

Job Overview:

Our client is a growing company specializing in branded merchandise and uniform programs for large national brands. They partner with businesses to deliver high-quality, retail-ready apparel solutions that strengthen brand identity across uniforms and merchandise.

We’re looking for an Apparel Graphic Designer to support ongoing design production work, creating clean, brand-aligned apparel graphics and production-ready artwork for a variety of garments including t-shirts, outerwear, headwear, and uniforms.

In this role, you will:

• Translate brand guidelines into apparel-ready design concepts
• Produce production-ready artwork for manufacturing
• Support fast-turn creative needs for client presentations
• Ensure consistency, quality, and accuracy across all design outputs

RESPONSIBILITIES
• Create apparel design layouts based on client briefs and brand guidelines
• Develop logo placements and embellishment concepts (screen print, embroidery, patches, etc.)
• Prepare production-ready artwork including vector files, separations, and sizing specifications
• Create mockups of apparel designs for client presentations
• Revise and refine designs based on internal and client feedback
• Maintain organized files, version control, and production documentation
• Support fast-turn concept development for sales and client presentations

Requirements:
Must-Have:

• 3+ years experience in apparel graphic design or merchandise design
• Strong proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Adobe Photoshop
• Experience creating production-ready artwork for apparel (vector files, print specs, etc.)
• Strong understanding of apparel decoration methods (screen printing, embroidery, heat transfer, etc.)
• Ability to interpret brand guidelines into clean, retail-ready designs
• Strong attention to detail and ability to meet tight deadlines (24–72 hour turnaround)
• Portfolio showcasing apparel or merchandise design work

Nice-to-Have:

• Experience designing for retail, restaurant, or consumer brands
• Familiarity with tech packs or apparel production specifications
• Experience creating designs for uniform programs or branded merchandise at scale
• Experience working with U.S.-based clients, agencies, or production teams