Boardriders:
Sr. Apparel Graphic Designer, ROXY Job in Huntington Beach, CA

SUMMARY:
Contribute to the design of printable graphics for Roxy apparel and footwear, as briefed in by global creative direction, delivering on specific account/channel/consumer needs to create channel segmentation and account differentiation.  Contribute to overall design intent and art creation for the seasonal ranges.
 
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Create graphics for the printable categories for the Roxy brand regionally.
Execute prints, graphics and art in line with the vision for Roxy apparel and footwear global seasonal direction.
Build and engineer yardage patterns in repeat and full tech to apply across all categories of the range, and in format for all regional and external M&D team members to apply to their specific needs.
Help to develop seasonal ranges including tech design / bom / color / visual line planning.
Design / Create into identified opportunities as architected in the range as well as bring consumer relevant ideas and concepts to the table.
Design into targeted price-points, categories and silhouettes in accordance margin requirements
Work closely with development in reviewing prototypes, strike offs, and submits for approval for all categories from design concept to production.
Ensure that all design, artwork, prints, and fabrics for sourcing are sent in correct format with all correct information to suppliers
Work with development and technical design to ensure that all information on Line Plan, PLM, and catalog, are all correct and up to date.
Assist in PLM management including style set-up for all styles and trims by creating and maintaining BOM’s, updating style information and changes as necessary, all sample comments, and approvals.
Identifying and executing color pallet / combinations, print, graphic and art opportunities resulting in increased revenue and sell-through for the brand. 
 
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE/SKILLS/EDUCATION:
3+ years in apparel graphic design, including textile design, with strong working knowledge of product design / creation / development 
Ability to create and implement brand right / consumer relevant prints, art and graphics.
Ability to design graphics that consider technical constraints
Ability to identify key marketplace trends and opportunities that are consistent with brand values and design aesthetic
Knowledge of product development process / calendar / timelines
Ability to work on multiple projects at one time while managing deadlines and expectations in a fast-paced environment
Must be proactive with a solution / result oriented attitude
Must be highly organized and detailed oriented 
Ability to help design and develop compelling product that meets the required brand aesthetic, calendar timelines
Excellent communication with internal teams and vendors/partners to insure timely delivery of accurate / quality product 
Design and product development knowledge across accessory and footwear categories
Knowledge of product development calendar, timelines, and deliverables
Own projects and see them through from beginning to end
Provide leadership and guidance to junior graphic designers to help elevate their confidence, skill set and level of work
Must be MAC computer literate in Applications – Adobe Illustrator, Word, and Excel
 
 PREFERRED EXPERIENCE/SKILLS:
Degree in graphic design / fine arts preferred