Associate Designer Graphic

General Summary:

The Associate Graphic Designer for Nautica 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.

• Design innovative Men’s & Women's 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
• Create Tech Packs and graphic mechanical artwork

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

• Strong sketching skills

• Understanding of the Nautica customer

• Ability to multi-task and shift priorities

• Excellent organizational and communication skills

• Proficiency in, Photoshop, & Illustrator/ Adobe Suite