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Form of workPassion. Creativity. Integrity. Teamwork. Ambition. Innovation. These are the qualities that have made Wilson Sporting Goods Co. the number one sports equipment brand in the world. And these are the qualities that our global team embodies every day as we pursue one shared bold mission: to ignite the true potential in every athlete.
We know that great people are what makes our brand great. We know that teams who bring a variety of skill sets, experiences and perspectives to challenge the status quo and create game-changing product means we are doing right by the athletes and coaches we serve. And that’s why we work with each member of our team to help them dream, discover, grow and realize their own full potential.
Evolving the sports world and being the best partner for players is no small task. We are continually looking to add hard-working, ambitious, team-first individuals who desire to make a difference —and who love to help others win. Join us.
Wilson Sportswear is a new division of Wilson Sporting Goods, the number one equipment brand in the sporting goods industry, with a mission to create beautiful, functional, technical and lifestyle apparel for young athletic men and women. The Apparel Graphic Designer will support and execute the creative vision and direction related to print and graphics on softgoods across the team.
Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Responsible for executing and supporting creative vision and direction related to print and graphics on softgoods
- Responsible for managing and executing graphics on softgoods – inclusive of placement, technique and spec detail pages for designer execution
- Is a team player, able to work closely with multiple teams on a variety of projects across the department
- Responsible for creating and maintaining new art as well as reproduce and placing existing art
- Responsible for graphics, all over print and branding components for apparel and softgoods packaging
- Responsible for managing and hitting all deadlines and communicating any issues
- Cross-functional involvement in fittings where applicable for placement and scale, reviewing color and strike-offs, communicating approvals
- Able to communicate clear ideas and know who the customer is through research and shopping.
- Organized with time management and attention to detail
- Must be able to analyze market trends and apply to specific categories
- Able to function in a fast-paced work environment that is growing and evolving rapidly.
This role requires a design focused degree and 5+ years of apparel design experience
Other qualifications should include:
- Must have excellent communication and organizational skills
- Proficient on Mac platform
- Must be able to work proficiently in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop and InDesign.
- Strong knowledge of apparel design and how print/pattern is applied and used
- Must have a strong understanding of print techniques, execution and feasibility of application
- Must have strong presentation skills
- Must have examples of work and portfolio to be considered
- Will report to Design Manager
What We’ll Provide
Los Angeles, like Wilson Sportswear, is at the intersection of sport, fashion, and culture. Join us on this exciting adventure. We offer an open, collaborative, work environment with best-in-class amenities and perks, including:
- Medical, dental and vision
- Pre-tax transit discounts
- 401(k) with company match
- Life insurance
- Paid maternity/paternity leave
- Professional development opportunities
- Volunteering programs
- Team building outings
- Discounts on Wilson and Amer Sports products
- Smart casual dress (yes, jeans every day!)
- Summer hours
- Company-sponsored sports leagues/teams
- Fun, active company outings around major sports events
Wilson Sporting Goods Co. is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, protected veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected characteristics.
