Designer, Women & Youth

Designer, Graphics (Women & Youth)

At The North Face, we dare to lead the world forward through Exploration. We were born to Explore, Disrupt and to Lead. We were born to Love Wild Places and to Spark Curiosity. We believe that exploration is a mindset — both on the mountain and off the mountain — and it infuses everything we do. As a community of explorers, we stay curious about new ideas, places, and people.

So, before we get to the job details, take a minute to learn a little more about us — our values and our culture. If you can see yourself working side-by-side with a team of adventure-loving people, The North Face just may be the place for you. To learn more about our values and our culture, visit The North Face Careers or

A day in the life of a Designer, Graphics (Women & Youth) at The North Face looks a little like this.

You will be part of the Logowear and Graphics design team, with a primary focus on Women's and Youth product categories. Working closely with a team of designers, a Design Manager, and a Global Design Director, you will help bring seasonal graphic concepts to life — balancing creative excellence with on-time delivery across multiple product calendars.

Let's break down that day-in-the-life a bit more.

• You will support the ideation and creation of graphics across the Logowear and Graphics categories, ensuring alignment with brand vision, seasonal direction, and business objectives.
• You will work collaboratively within a team of designers, executing work effectively to meet product development and merchandising timelines — all while maintaining the highest creative standards.
• You will partner with the Design Manager and Global Design Director to develop seasonal concepts, build graphic storytelling, and create category-specific artwork.
• You will balance priorities across multiple product calendars, ensuring projects are delivered on time and with excellence.
• You will conduct ongoing research into consumer trends, cultural movements, competitive landscapes, and industry innovations to fuel your graphic concepts and designs.
• You will collaborate closely with Product Development to deliver accurate, consumer-ready products.
• You will participate in proof-of-concept development and present compelling visual concepts to internal management, merchandise partners, and external collaborators.
• You will support cross-functional collaboration to execute category graphic strategies and product tiering.
• You will invest in your professional growth through continued learning, skill development, trend research, and regular creative briefings from Design leadership.
• Location:
  
  This role operates on a hybrid schedule out of our HQ in Denver, CO, three days a week.

We all have unique skills that we bring to work and celebrate every day. For this role, there are foundation skills you'll need to succeed and excel. A Bachelor's Degree in Design (apparel) is required for this position, or an equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.

• 3–5+ years of related professional experience in a design role
• A Bachelor's Degree in Design (apparel), or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Experience in flat sketching and working with CADs
• Experience in researching and analyzing design and fashion trends
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team and show initiative
• Working knowledge of color palettes and understanding of apparel construction
• Strong communication skills, including the ability to present artwork and concepts to product teams
• Knowledge of the product design and development process and designing for market, trend, and end use
• Strong aesthetic sensibility with the…