Overview
The Associate Graphic Designer supports the development of fresh, trend-relevant graphics for men's and women's apparel across Catalyst Brands' lifestyle labels, including Aéropostale and Lucky Brand. This role collaborates closely with designers, senior designers, and cross-functional partners to create compelling seasonal concepts that reflect brand identity, meet business objectives, and connect with the target customer.
Responsibilities
• Assist in concept development by creating assets, designing layouts, selecting color palettes and typography, and producing digital illustrations.
• Execute graphic design concepts with increasing independence, while supporting senior designers on larger or more complex projects.
• Contribute to designing original artwork that aligns with seasonal trends and brand aesthetics.
• Prepare final production files, build mockups, and develop specifications for apparel applications.
• Partner with the Design team to ensure cohesive storytelling and alignment across seasonal collections.
• Research and analyze design, cultural, and social media trends (e.g., TikTok, Instagram) to inform creative direction.
• Collaborate with Design, Merchandising, and Production teams to deliver graphics that meet both creative standards and business needs.
• Use digital collaboration tools (e.g., Miro) to brainstorm, present, and iterate on design ideas.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously while adhering to design guidelines and timelines.
• Assist in preparing and presenting trend and inspiration boards to communicate seasonal direction.
• Maintain organized digital libraries, reference materials, and design archives.
• Adapt approved artwork across various applications and ensure timely completion in accordance with the corporate calendar.
• Support the preparation of seasonal design presentations and participate when appropriate.
Qualifications
• 1-3 years of experience designing graphics for men's and women's apparel (knits, tees, fleece, denim, polos, etc.).
• Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design or a related field.
• Demonstrated ability to create innovative, brand-right graphic concepts and typographic solutions.
• Strong illustration and sketching skills.
• Solid understanding of color theory, typography, layout, and design fundamentals.
• Knowledge of Catalyst Brands' customer demographics and brand positioning.
• Excellent communication, organization, and time-management skills with the ability to juggle multiple priorities.
• Proficiency in Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator; experience with digital collaboration tools such as Miro is a plus.
• Highly collaborative, detail-oriented, creative, and committed to delivering exceptional design work.
• Ability to maintain regular in-office presence to support team collaboration, while effectively working within the company's hybrid work structure.
Pay Range
USD $62,700.00 - USD $114,000.00 /Yr.
