Chubbies Shorts
Solo Brands is made up of 6 distinctive brands: Solo Stove, Chubbies, ORU Kayak, ISLE, IcyBreeze and TerraFlame. Our company is built around enhancing and creating experiences that form memories and connections to people, places and the natural world. We offer creative and emotional lifestyle products that help our customers create memories. Solo Brands is about Designing Good, Doing Good and Being Good so it can Create Good one good moment at a time.
Good moments. Good memories. Good products. So you can create a good life.
We’re looking for a
Graphic Designer - Apparel
to join our team and work directly under our Director of Surface Design. The Graphic Designer- Apparel will support Chubbies by creating visually compelling designs that align with our brand identity and contribute to the development of apparel graphics, trims, hangtags and packaging for our product lines. Graphic Designer will support Chubbies by creating visually compelling designs that not only align with our brand identity but also drive engagement across both product and marketing channels.
This role is located in Austin, TX and requires being in the office 2-3 days per week. Only candidates with experience in apparel graphic design will be considered.
Duties and responsibilities
Design Creation and Development ● Develop original apparel graphics, trims, hangtags, & packaging for product lines, ensuring alignment with Chubbies' brand identity. ● Collaborate with the Director of Surface Design to refine concepts and translate creative ideas into production-ready assets. ● Ensure all graphic designs adhere to Chubbies’ brand guidelines and resonate with the target audience.
Trend Research and Inspiration ● Stay up-to-date with industry trends, color forecasts, and design innovations to inform creative decisions. ● Research and present mood boards, inspiration, and design concepts for seasonal collections. ● Explore trends in graphic design to ensure graphics are fresh and relevant. ● Participate in brainstorming sessions to contribute fresh ideas for future designs and graphic assets.
Collaboration and Communication ● Partner with cross-functional teams, including apparel designers, product managers, and product developers to ensure design feasibility and alignment with production timelines. ● Coordinate with vendors and manufacturers to ensure designs and graphic elements are accurately translated into finished products. ● Present design concepts to internal stakeholders and incorporate feedback as needed.
Technical Execution ● Create detailed design specifications, including colorways, scale adjustments, layouts, and production instructions. ● Prepare and maintain files for apparel designers & production, ensuring accuracy and adherence to technical requirements. ● Review samples & prototypes to ensure quality and design fidelity, providing feedback for revisions as necessary.
Qualifications ● Bachelors of (Design or Art) Fine Art, Graphic Design, Textile Design ● 5-7 years of professional experience in designing apparel ● Expert in Adobe Suite ● Experience and Knowledge of graphic design techniques ● Ability to multitask and work well under pressure ● Exhibits strong attention to detail and organizational skills ● Ability to manage workflow and execute tasks from beginning to end ● Team player: this position will work with multiple teams ● Field-related portfolio
Benefits ● Competitive Salary ● Unlimited PTO for most corporate roles, accrued for others ● Medical, dental, and vision benefits ● 401(k), flexible spending account, and commuter benefits plans offered ● Generous employee discount ● Priceless opportunity to work with the coolest team ever!
Inclusion Clause At Chubbies, we don’t believe in just celebrating the weekend, we celebrate different voices, perspectives, and backgrounds. We stand against discrimination based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, veteran status, or disabilities. It is our commitment to creating an inclusive environment for all employees, while we chase that Friday at Five feeling. Even if you don't qualify or have specific experience in every facet of this role, this job description may not be inclusive of all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the job described. We encourage you to apply for any role you're personally interested in & excited to drive positive change at Chubbies!
We’re looking for a
Graphic Designer - Apparel
to join our team and work directly under our Director of Surface Design. The Graphic Designer- Apparel will support Chubbies by creating visually compelling designs that align with our brand identity and contribute to the development of apparel graphics, trims, hangtags and packaging for our product lines. Graphic Designer will support Chubbies by creating visually compelling designs that not only align with our brand identity but also drive engagement across both product and marketing channels.
This role is located in Austin, TX and requires being in the office 2-3 days per week. Only candidates with experience in apparel graphic design will be considered.
Duties and responsibilities
Design Creation and Development ● Develop original apparel graphics, trims, hangtags, & packaging for product lines, ensuring alignment with Chubbies' brand identity. ● Collaborate with the Director of Surface Design to refine concepts and translate creative ideas into production-ready assets. ● Ensure all graphic designs adhere to Chubbies’ brand guidelines and resonate with the target audience.
Trend Research and Inspiration ● Stay up-to-date with industry trends, color forecasts, and design innovations to inform creative decisions. ● Research and present mood boards, inspiration, and design concepts for seasonal collections. ● Explore trends in graphic design to ensure graphics are fresh and relevant. ● Participate in brainstorming sessions to contribute fresh ideas for future designs and graphic assets.
Collaboration and Communication ● Partner with cross-functional teams, including apparel designers, product managers, and product developers to ensure design feasibility and alignment with production timelines. ● Coordinate with vendors and manufacturers to ensure designs and graphic elements are accurately translated into finished products. ● Present design concepts to internal stakeholders and incorporate feedback as needed.
Technical Execution ● Create detailed design specifications, including colorways, scale adjustments, layouts, and production instructions. ● Prepare and maintain files for apparel designers & production, ensuring accuracy and adherence to technical requirements. ● Review samples & prototypes to ensure quality and design fidelity, providing feedback for revisions as necessary.
Qualifications ● Bachelors of (Design or Art) Fine Art, Graphic Design, Textile Design ● 5-7 years of professional experience in designing apparel ● Expert in Adobe Suite ● Experience and Knowledge of graphic design techniques ● Ability to multitask and work well under pressure ● Exhibits strong attention to detail and organizational skills ● Ability to manage workflow and execute tasks from beginning to end ● Team player: this position will work with multiple teams ● Field-related portfolio
Benefits ● Competitive Salary ● Unlimited PTO for most corporate roles, accrued for others ● Medical, dental, and vision benefits ● 401(k), flexible spending account, and commuter benefits plans offered ● Generous employee discount ● Priceless opportunity to work with the coolest team ever!
Inclusion Clause At Chubbies, we don’t believe in just celebrating the weekend, we celebrate different voices, perspectives, and backgrounds. We stand against discrimination based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, veteran status, or disabilities. It is our commitment to creating an inclusive environment for all employees, while we chase that Friday at Five feeling. Even if you don't qualify or have specific experience in every facet of this role, this job description may not be inclusive of all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the job described. We encourage you to apply for any role you're personally interested in & excited to drive positive change at Chubbies!