Apparel Graphic Designer in Beaverton, Oregon - #72517 | VanderHouwen

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Job Id: 72517

Apparel Graphic Designer
Our client is seeking a talented Apparel Graphic Designer to create compelling visual storytelling and innovative graphic solutions for performance and lifestyle apparel collections. This role is ideal for a designer who combines exceptional graphic design fundamentals with a deep understanding of sport, culture, and consumer trends. The successful candidate will collaborate across multidisciplinary teams to develop graphics that resonate with athletes and consumers while contributing to seasonal product narratives and brand experiences.

This role is a hybrid model in Beaverton, Oregon.

Apparel Graphic Designer Responsibilities

• Create original apparel graphic concepts, visual narratives, illustrations, typography systems, and graphic executions for a variety of product collections.
• Develop graphics that connect with athletes and consumers through thoughtful storytelling, cultural relevance, and strong design principles.
• Partner closely with cross-functional teams including product creation, merchandising, development, materials, and design to bring concepts from ideation through final execution.
• Translate consumer insights, athlete feedback, and trend research into compelling graphic solutions that support product and business objectives.
• Produce presentation materials, design explorations, visual mood boards, and seasonal storytelling assets to communicate creative direction.
• Balance multiple projects and timelines simultaneously while maintaining a high level of quality and attention to detail.
• Participate in brainstorming sessions, design reviews, and collaborative working sessions to help shape future product concepts and creative strategies.
• Ensure graphics are developed with an understanding of production requirements, garment construction, and product development processes.
• Stay current on emerging trends in sport, fashion, art, design, and culture to continuously bring fresh perspectives and innovative ideas to the team.

Apparel Graphic Designer Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of professional graphic design experience within apparel, footwear, sport, consumer products, or a related industry.
• Portfolio required demonstrating strong typography, illustration, graphic storytelling, and apparel graphic design capabilities.
• Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Product Design, Industrial Design, Visual Communication, or a related field preferred.
• Deep understanding of typography, layout, color theory, composition, brand identity, and graphic production processes.
• Experience designing products and graphics for diverse consumer audiences, athletes, or sport-focused communities.
• Advanced proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite and other professional design tools; experience with AI-assisted workflows and 3D design tools is highly desirable.
• Strong conceptual thinking skills with the ability to translate ideas, narratives, and insights into impactful visual solutions.
• Proven ability to work effectively within ambiguous environments, adapt to changing priorities, and manage multiple concurrent projects.
• Excellent verbal, written, and visual communication skills, including presenting creative work to stakeholders and leadership teams.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate across disciplines and build positive working relationships with internal and external partners.
• Strong awareness of sport, basketball, fashion, and contemporary cultural trends.
• Positive attitude, openness to feedback, and a continuous learning mindset with a passion for design excellence.

Compensation: Up to $60/hr. (DOE)

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