Associate, Graphic Production Art (Apparel)
About The Position
The Associate, Graphic Production Art provides template support and artwork deliverables that will be used by all product development and graphic operations team members. This position requires creative problem solving (not design creation) when executing all deliverables in accordance with direction from the Graphic Production Art Manager and must act with urgency and accuracy. The Product & Graphic Operations team is responsible for building all graphic assets, product tech packs, and artwork approval files for the bulk of headwear and apparel initiatives, as well as executing all product reporting, calendar builds, and BOM deliverables for all go-to-market needs. This team has an expert understanding of license logo guidelines and translates that knowledge into graphic executions for production in alignment with our Product Lifecycle Management systems.
Requirements
- Ability to learn and retain rules and guidelines for licensed sports leagues, teams, and logos
- Ability to follow specific instructions and procedures
- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop). Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Excel. Experience with PLM preferred
- Ability to collaborate cross-functionally for product design needs
- Ability to execute change with resiliency, urgency, and persistence
- Demonstrates strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Proficient in individually managing multiple projects daily while meeting established deadlines
- Commitment to representing the brand in all actions and decisions
- Ability to maintain a positive attitude and professionalism while working in dynamic, fast-paced environment
- Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Technical Design, or Communication Arts preferred; additional experience in lieu of degree considered
- Zero (0) to one (1) year of experience in graphics experience or equivalent combination or education and experience
- Portfolio is required for application to be considered
Nice To Haves
- Pre-press or pre-production experience is a plus
- Knowledge of sportswear or apparel industry is a plus
Responsibilities
- Support templates, graphic deliverables, and production tech packs in relationship to newly adopted product designs
- Maintain art guides for multiple leagues/teams to ensure the most current graphics are available for use
- Assist in the creation of sales assets within time and action calendar windows in collaboration with Product Development, Sourcing, and Product Line Management
- Create and submit designs for internal and external approvals and executes necessary changes according to league/team guidelines
- Replicate artwork across all leagues/teams with high-level speed and accuracy
- Execute various miscellaneous artwork requests
- Review prototype samples against tech packs for production accuracy
- Understand and utilize multiple New Era project tracking and product creation systems
- Meet or exceed timelines associated with merchandising and/or go-to-market calendars
- Collaborate with Supply Chain and other supporting departments to ensure product accuracy for consumers
- Keep all sensitive matters confidential
- Other duties as assigned
Benefits
- bonus
- generous PTO policy
- paid parking
- exclusive discounts on apparel and headwear
- professional development opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
