Associate Graphic Designer (Men's Apparel) Job at Waggle in Roseville

Are you passionate about golf and possess exceptional design skills? Do you have a keen eye for fashion and an innate ability to create captivating designs? If so, Waggle has an exciting opportunity for you to join our small but dynamic team as an Associate Graphic Designer (Men’s Apparel). We are seeking a talented and innovative individual to contribute their creative vision to our brand and help shape the future of golf fashion.

Daily Responsibilities

– Design & Development: Conceptualize and create original designs for golf apparel and accessories, including polos, hats, t-shirts, pants, shorts, outerwear, and more.

– Brand Alignment: Uphold and evolve the brand’s identity through designs that resonate with our target audience and reflect our values.

– Seasonal Collections: Collaborate with the design team to develop seasonal concepts that push creative boundaries while maintaining a cohesive brand aesthetic.

– Technical Execution: Produce detailed sketches, tech packs, and vector files for production, ensuring designs are ready for manufacturing.

– Collaboration: Work closely with product development, marketing, and production teams to align design efforts with brand strategy and timelines.

– Innovation & Trends: Stay ahead of emerging fashion and golf industry trends to create fresh, relevant, and forward-thinking designs.

– Production Support: Assist with daily production design needs, including tech packs, UPC/barcode creation, and factory communication.

Qualifications & Requirements

– Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Apparel Design, or a related field.

– 2-4 years in Graphic Design, Apparel Design, or a related field—preferably within the sports or fashion industry. Experience in golf apparel design is a plus.

– A strong portfolio showcasing graphic illustration, logo design, pattern design, and brochure/catalog/editorial design.

– Ability to create original illustrative assets for various applications and collections.

– Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign); Adobe After Effects is a plus.

– Strong understanding of design principles, color theory, and typography.

– Ability to develop original, innovative designs that align with brand identity and resonate with the target audience.

– Excellent communication and presentation skills to articulate design concepts and work with cross-functional teams.

– Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

– Attention to Detail: Meticulous focus on accuracy and quality in all aspects of design and production.

Bonus Requirements

– Experience with fashion related software, sewing patterns and tech pack layout.

– Passion for sport's culture, trends, and apparel requirements. (Golf is a bonus!)

– Sense of humor, team-player mentality and willingness to tackle new ideas head on.

Benefits

– Flexible hybrid work environment (at least 4 days in-office preferred for the first few months)

– Simple IRA and/or ROTH with company match

– Health Insurance (Health/Dental/Vision)

– Employer-sponsored Life/AD&D Insurance 

– Paid Time Off

– Apparel & Gifting Allowance

Salary Range

– $52,000 - $62,000