Responsibilities:
- Work closely with design teams in executing each brand aesthetic and print direction for the delivery/season
- Precise color matching of seasonal color palettes
- Create new textile prints in printable repeats, either rotary or flatbed depending on account (Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, AVA/ MAC) (all overs/ single/ double borders) according to the number of screens used and fabric dimensions
- Revise existing artwork (i.e. change in scale, change from single to double border, screen reduction, revising design etc.)
- Download/ file/ cleanup/ put in repeat & color separate new purchased artwork
- Create new embroideries in Illustrator, embellishment layouts, graphics (screens and sublimations with color separations), sweater designs and placement designs
- Prepare and send artwork files to local vendors and overseas mills and/or factories
- Print artwork for design and production (including full scale) /Print development and market tools as needed for design (i.e. body cads, mood boards, etc.)
- Stay in contact with supervisor on workload, downtime, and any issues that arise
- Send new artwork to legal consultant regarding possible copyright issues
- Send verbiage used in graphics to legal consultant regarding possible copyright issues
- Assign print numbers to artwork according to the category
- Maintain files on the server in appropriate manner
- Keep track of art supplies (paper, ink, etc.) and change the paper and ink in the printer
- Perform additional duties and assignments as requested by management
- Able to multi-task and work on several projects at one time in a fast-paced environment
Computers Used
- MAC
Programs Used
- AVA, Photoshop, Illustrator, NedGraphics, Microsoft Office
Compensation
The successful candidate will enjoy competitive compensation and benefits, matching 401K, Flexible Spending Plan, Paid Time Off, casual attire and company discounts.
Kellwood is an equal opportunity employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.