URBN (Urban Outfitters, Anthropologie Group, Free People & Nuuly)

Urban Outfitters Senior Print Designer

URBN (Urban Outfitters, Anthropologie Group, Free People & Nuuly) • $70K — $95K *
Philadelphia, PA 19120In-Person
Retail & Consumer Goods
8 - 10 years of experience
2 months ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Textile Design, Surface Design, Fine Art, or related field preferred.
  • 10+ years of relevant industry experience preferred.
  • Strong understanding of current trends and Urban Outfitters' customer base.
  • Experience in leading and mentoring junior designers.
  • Demonstrated skills in print and textile design with both hand and digital techniques.
  • Proficiency in design software including Adobe Creative Suite, Procreate, and NedGraphics.
  • Competence in Microsoft Office 365.
  • Experience exploring AI tools for creative design.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with the Design Director to realize the seasonal textile vision.
  • Work with teams to develop prints and embroideries across retail and wholesale divisions.
  • Utilize traditional and digital methods to create on-brand artwork and layouts.
  • Develop seasonal mood boards that balance innovation with volume requirements.
  • Stay updated on fashion trends related to print and color, ensuring modern relevancy.
  • Organize files for easy team access and maintain efficient workflow.
  • Create print layouts, colorways, and technical packages for production.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Paid time off (PTO).
  • Generous employee discounts.
  • Retirement savings plans.
  • Comprehensive perks and benefits package.
Full Job Description
Role Summary

Urban Outfitters is seeking a Senior Print Designer to oversee the creation and development of original print and pattern artworks that reflects the unique style of the Urban Outfitters customer. The Senior Print Designer's primary responsibility is to lead and support the surface design and trend process for the UO brand as well as execute the creation of original artworks.

Role Responsibilities

  • Collaborate closely with the Design Director to execute the seasonal textile vision. Be actively involved in the seasonal trend process, providing structured insights and supporting the Design Director to ensure the vision is realized.
  • Work with design and buying teams to develop prints and embroideries for retail and wholesale divisions. Participate actively in design flow meetings.
  • Use traditional drawing, painting, and other artistic techniques, as well as Adobe Creative Suite, Procreate, and AI, to create artwork, layouts, and colorways that are on-brand and trend-appropriate.
  • Develop seasonal print and surface design mood boards that reflect trends for collection, balancing customer-forward innovation with volume needs.
  • Stay current with fashion trends related to print and color, incorporating them into designs while ensuring they remain fresh and brand-appropriate.
  • Maintain organized file folders with established saving and naming conventions to facilitate easy access for teammates.
  • Develop print layouts and provide colorways, collaborating with the color team to align with specific palettes. Work with product development and technical designers to set up engineered prints. Generate CADs to communicate print placement on garments and create technical packages for artwork to be sent to vendors and factories.
  • Demonstrate strong deadline management and the ability to produce on-brand artwork and clear, concise tech packs.


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Role Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Textile Design, Surface Design, Fine Art, Illustration, or related experience preferred.
  • 10+ Years related industry experience strongly preferred.
  • Strong understanding of current trends and the Free People Customer and Brand DNA.
  • Ability and passion for leading and mentoring junior team members.
  • Proven experience in print and textile design with strong skills in hand drawing/painting and digital rendering.
  • Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, Procreate, Fresco, and NedGraphics.
  • Competence in Microsoft Office 365.
  • Experience and enthusiasm for creatively exploring AI platforms.
  • Excellent communication skills with a flexible and positive attitude.
  • A creative mindset with a passion for surface design and trend.
  • Ability to work on-site URBN's world headquarters in Philadelphia, PA - 4-5 Days per week.


The Perks

URBN offers comprehensive Perks & Benefits to employees. Availability and eligibility to specific benefits may be subject to your location and employment status. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, PTO, generous employee discounts, retirement savings and much more! For additional information visit www.urbn.com/work-with-us/benefits

About URBN (Urban Outfitters, Anthropologie Group, Free People & Nuuly)

URBN is a portfolio of global consumer brands comprised of Urban Outfitters, Anthropologie Group, Free People, BHLDN, Terrain, Nuuly and Menus & Venues. Urban Outfitters, Inc. is a lifestyle specialty retail company that operates under the Urban Outfitters, Anthropologie, Free People, BHLDN, Terrain, Nuuly and Menus & Venues brands. The company's Urban Outfitters brand offers women's and men's fashion apparel, footwear, beauty and accessories, activewear and gear, and housewares, as well as music, primarily vinyl records and cassettes. The Anthropologie Group brand sells women's apparel, accessories, intimates, home decor, and gifts. The Free People brand includes bohemian apparel, accessories, intimates, and swimwear. The BHLDN brand offers wedding collections. The Terrain brand sells home goods, gifts, and garden products. The Nuuly brand is a subscription-based rental service for women's apparel. The Menus & Venues brand is a hospitality group that operates restaurants and catering.
Learn more about URBN (Urban Outfitters, Anthropologie Group, Free People & Nuuly)
Size
25,000 employees
Industry
Retail & Consumer Goods
Net Income
$282 million
Founded
1970
5 Year Trend
+5%
Revenue
$4 billion
NASDAQ
URBN
* Ladders Estimates

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