ASSOCIATE GRAPHIC ARTIST (KIDS & CHARACTER) Job at Centric Brands in New York

Location: New York, New York

Country: United States

Region: NY Metro

Reference Number: 20755

Position Type: Permanent

Category: Apparel

Job Function: Design - Graphic / Prints

Salary Range: $65,000.00 - $70,000.00 Per Year

Level: Mid to Senior Level

Centric Brands is a leading lifestyle brand collective that designs, sources, markets and sells high quality products in multiple segments, including women’s, men’s and kid’s apparel, accessories, entertainment and beauty. We are defined by innovation as we seize new opportunities and thrive in an environment informed by creativity and analytical thinking.

Specific Responsibilities Would Include:

The Graphic Artist collaboratively manages the graphics component of the seasonal design development process by executing the creation, coordinating the production, and working closely with the Art Director and Graphic Designer(s). The main function for this role is the development of innovative, trend-appropriate graphics and prints for the Girls Character License Sleepwear Division, Infant/Toddler to Big Girls size range.

Roles & Responsibilities:

1. Strategy & Innovation: Research and identify graphic and print trend directions in collaboration with Art Director and Graphic Designer(s); Collaborate with the Team of Graphic Artists to complete projects in a timely manner. Revise graphics based on notes and comments from Licensors, Sales Team, and Buyers.
2. Operations & Results: Execute compelling graphic and printed deliverables for garments for Seasonal lines for different tiers of distribution. Create deliverables in a production-ready manner for cross-divisional usability.
3. Customers & Relationships: Manage follow-up with internal partners in design and production; manage interoffice communication and relationships with vendors and manufacturers; partner with the Law Department to ensure that graphics/designs do not infringe on intellectual property rights.
4. Leadership & Teams: Work collaboratively with Graphic, Design and Sales Team. Attend online Licensor Rollouts and Meetings. Contribute positively to team dynamic.

Our Best Fit Candidate Would Have:

• Character License experience a must. Strong passion for Character License and Pop Culture.
• Superior organizational skills and excellent communication skills; team-oriented.
• Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines; highly detail-oriented, meticulous, and creative.
• Creativity, technical capability, and sensibility for graphics and fonts; ability to create seamless all-over repeat prints.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Graphic Design or related field.
• 4 - 7 years experience in graphic design; significant relevant experience in sleepwear preferred.
• Expert in Adobe programs and Mac computers; highly proficient in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop.

In return, we provide an industry-competitive salary, along with a comprehensive benefits plan (medical, dental, vision) that includes a matching 401(k), Summer Fridays, generous PTO, merchandise discounts, and excellent career development opportunities.

Centric Brands is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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