ColumbiaSportswear is hiring: SOREL Graphic Designer II in Portland
ColumbiaSportswear, Portland, OR, United States, 97204
This is a hybrid role based out of our HQ office near Portland, Oregon. The expectation is for employees to be in-office 3 days or more per week, depending on business need. This in-office expectation is subject to change at business discretion.
Reporting to the Creative Director, SOREL is seeking a talented and passionate Graphic Designer to join our Brand Team. In this role, you will bring the SOREL brand to life through compelling visual storytelling, innovative design, and high-impact creative assets. You’ll collaborate closely with marketing, product, and digital teams to create engaging content across digital, social, print, and retail channels. This role requires a strong balance of conceptual design and production expertise, with a focus on both brand storytelling and executional excellence.
HOW YOU WILL MAKE A DIFFERENCE
- Develop and execute visually compelling designs that align with SOREL’s brand identity and marketing objectives.
- Design assets for digital (social media, email, web), print (lookbooks, in-store signage, packaging), and campaign collateral.
- Execute production design projects for point-of-sale displays, retail signage, and other in-store marketing materials to ensure a consistent brand presence.
- Create digital assets for e-commerce, paid media, and web applications, ensuring a seamless and engaging brand experience across digital touchpoints.
- Build decks and presentations to support internal and external communications, brand storytelling, and campaign pitches.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support seasonal campaigns, product launches, and brand initiatives.
- Ensure consistency across all touchpoints, maintaining brand integrity and visual standards.
- Stay ahead of design trends and emerging technologies to keep SOREL’s creative fresh and relevant.
- Work efficiently within project timelines, managing multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
YOU ARE
- A passionate graphic designer who loves production work and seeing the work come to life.
- Realistic and results oriented.
- Able to work cross functionally with key partners.
- Welcomes diverse styles and thinking. Seeks out alternative points of view to obtain the complete perspective.
YOU HAVE
- Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Visual Arts, or a related field.
- 3+ years of graphic design experience, preferably in fashion, footwear, or lifestyle brands.
- A link to a portfolio of work demonstrative of design fundamentals, layout chops, and creative sensibilities required in resume or application.
- Strong portfolio showcasing expertise in typography, layout, digital-first design, and production work for retail applications.
- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign; After Effects a plus).
- Experience designing for point-of-sale, retail displays, digital media, and print collateral.
- Ability to create and structure visually compelling presentations that clearly communicate brand and campaign strategies.
- Strong attention to detail, organization, and communication skills.
- Passion for design, fashion, and storytelling.