Support Artist, Graphic Design

Ripple Junction • West Chester, OH

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Ripple Junction is seeking an organized, detail-oriented, entry-level Support Artist to join its Design team in West Chester, Ohio. This on-site role supports designers with time-sensitive revisions, file preparation, mockups, and product imagery while helping keep creative assets and the design pipeline organized. The Support Artist will partner with the Production Art team and may contribute to design and packaging projects as opportunities arise.

Ripple Junction creates officially licensed apparel and merchandise inspired by film, television, anime, music, science fiction, and video games. The company describes its culture as collaborative, creative, and fun, and offers growth and development opportunities as well as discounted merchandise. Applicants must include a link to an online portfolio; applications without one will not be considered.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Commercial Art, or a related field.
• Proficiency in Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Illustrator.
• Working knowledge of Adobe InDesign, Acrobat, and Bridge.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office.
• Comfort navigating and organizing file directories.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• A process-oriented, proactive approach to problem solving.
• Strong attention to detail and a track record of meeting deadlines.
• Genuine interest in pop culture and t-shirts.
• Online portfolio link required with application.

Nice To Haves

• Graphic apparel experience (not apparel design).
• Licensing industry experience.
• Graphic design experience in retail.
• Experience working on an in-house or agency team, not just freelance.
• Product photography experience.

Responsibilities

• Make body and colorway changes to existing designs.
• Handle licensor and customer revisions.
• Move style guide graphics onto products.
• Assist with design and package creation as opportunities arise.
• Prepare files for the Production Art team.
• Create files for Make On Demand services.
• Build t-shirt CADs (mockups).
• Create product and lifestyle images for retailers and Amazon.
• Handle basic photography and photo editing.
• Organize creative assets, including style guides.
• Catalog and name design files so the team can find them.

Benefits

• Competitive benefits program.
• Growth and development opportunities.
• Discounted merchandise.
• Fun, vibrant culture emphasizing creativity, teamwork, and celebrating wins.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level