Graphic Designer

Job Title: Graphic Designer
Location: New York, New York

Type: Contract
Compensation: $40 - $45 hourly
Contractor Work Model: Hybrid

Position Title: Graphic Designer
Reports to: Design Director

Work within the Graphic Design team and implement the category leader's direction in all aspects of the design process, from initial concept stage to presentation, to development and execution of the final product.

Responsibilities:

• Design main body of graphics for all products including graphic tees, fleece and accessories
• Create Brand graphics that remain true to the client's heritage
• Delivering newness and Innovation is key. Elevate the brand aesthetic by delivering on trend fashion graphics.
• Organize and own seasonal assortment of graphics for chain/web/international needs
• Collaborate with Production team on graphic scale, placement and print quality
• Work with Design/ Concept teams to establish direction and interpret into artwork appropriate for brand
• Provide production ready artwork, in both print and electronic format, for internal and external partners
• Work with junior team members to maintain library
• Research and create new trends in graphic design and production techniques.
• Create graphic design concepts and board presentation for each season.
• Collaborate on seasonal rig and provide graphic direction.
• Manage and provide art direction for direct reports with graphic scale, concept and placement.
• Organize all graphics by season and concept
• Develop Linesheet and color scheme for each seasons table and wall graphic tee program
• Perform other duties as required
• In person/in-office collaboration is required, the frequency of such in-person/in-office collaboration (e.g., portion of week, entire week) is dictated by business needs. Such collaboration includes work centralized around product development, milestone meetings, fittings, and approvals .

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Fashion or Art (or equivalent experience and education).
  Experience working in Apparel.
  5+ years related experience
  Keen eye for color, trend and detail
  Able to multi-task and prioritize based on business objectives
  Working knowledge of Adobe Suite (Illustrator/Photoshop/Indesign)
  Ability to translate trends into handwriting through a customer lens
  Ability to act as liaison between many departments, excellent communication, and analytic skills.
  Must be detail oriented, computer literate and able to handle multiple tasks at once.

System One, and its subsidiaries including Joul, ALTA IT Services, and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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