Junior Graphic Designer

Manhead

About The Position

Manhead is seeking a detail-oriented, organized, and motivated Junior Graphic Designer to join its creative team. The role executes and prepares merchandise artwork across Tour, E-commerce, Retail, and Direct-to-Consumer platforms for the company’s artists and brands. Working with Graphic Design, Apparel Design, Production, and Account Management teams, the designer executes established creative direction, prepares production-ready artwork, creates product mockups and presentations, reviews print proofs, and maintains an accurate artwork catalog. The position supports time-sensitive production workflows and requires careful management of artwork setups, revisions, approvals, and files. The ideal candidate has a foundation in apparel graphic design and production processes, understands garment decoration requirements, and can manage multiple priorities while delivering accurate work to tight deadlines. Manhead is looking for someone dependable, proactive, adaptable, receptive to feedback, and eager to support creative and production teams.

Requirements

Previous experience working with graphics specifically for apparel and merchandise.
Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, particularly Illustrator and Photoshop.
Strong understanding of typography, composition, color accuracy, and graphic layout.
Working knowledge of apparel production processes, including screen printing, embroidery, and various decoration techniques.
Experience preparing production-ready artwork and reviewing print proofs.
Experience creating apparel mockups and presentation layouts.
Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to quality control.
Strong organizational skills, including the ability to maintain detailed artwork libraries, file structures, and version control.
Ability to follow established creative direction and execute revisions accurately and efficiently.
Ability to prioritize competing deadlines and thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
Strong communication skills and a collaborative, team-first mindset.
Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and willingness to learn and grow.
Portfolio demonstrating apparel graphics, production knowledge, and technical execution.

Nice To Haves

An interest in music, fashion, and the merchandise industry.

Responsibilities

Execute artwork according to established creative direction, approved designs, and artist brand guidelines.
Create accurate product mockups for apparel, accessories, and merchandise across Tour, E-commerce, Retail, and D2C channels.
Build polished presentation decks and visual layouts for internal and client reviews.
Revise, adjust, update, resize, reformat, and adapt artwork based on feedback, products, garment styles, and production requirements.
Ensure artwork maintains brand consistency, accuracy, and close attention to detail.
Prepare and deliver time-sensitive artwork setups that meet production specifications and deadlines.
Prepare production-ready artwork for screen printing, embroidery, specialty inks, and other garment decoration methods.
Review print proofs for placement, sizing, color, spelling, and overall execution against approved designs.
Coordinate with Production to address artwork revisions, resolve technical challenges, and communicate throughout production.
Prioritize urgent artwork requests and proof approvals to support production schedules and avoid delays.
Format, organize, and deliver final artwork files ready for production.
Maintain and regularly update Manhead’s artwork catalog across its artist roster.
Organize and label artwork, revisions, approvals, and final production files; maintain consistent file naming, version control, and documentation.
Archive approved designs and final production artwork for future reference, reorders, and ongoing merchandise programs.
Work with internal teams to keep the artwork catalog current, accurate, and complete.
Collaborate with Graphic Design, Apparel Design, Production, and Account Management teams to meet artwork and production needs.
Respond efficiently to artwork requests and production-related needs from cross-functional teams.
Manage multiple projects while maintaining accuracy, organization, and deadlines.
Communicate project status, outstanding artwork needs, potential challenges, and timelines proactively.
Contribute to a positive, collaborative, efficient, and solutions-oriented team environment.