Creative Designer

We are seeking a talented and detail-oriented Creative Designer to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for translating rough design concepts into production-ready technical drawings, developing packaging artwork, and preparing precise files for manufacturing. The ideal candidate has strong expertise in vector illustration, a sharp eye for typography and layout, and a thorough understanding of production prepress standards.

What You’ll Own

• Translate rough design concepts into production-ready technical CAD files efficiently.
• Prepare precise artwork files for printers and packaging manufacturers.
• Create accurate, dimensioned technical drawings of hardware components.
• Develop and maintain reusable design libraries (logos, trims, hardware, and packaging templates).
• Execute rapid design revisions while maintaining rigorous production accuracy.
• Deliver organized source files and production-ready exports across projects.

Why This Role Matters

• Production Bridge:
  You ensure that rough design concepts are accurately and efficiently translated into technical, manufacturer-ready files, preventing costly errors in production.
• Brand Integrity:
  By maintaining and evolving design libraries, you ensure consistency across all packaging, hardware, and branding, reinforcing the brand's visual identity.
• Operational Efficiency:
  Your expertise in preparing precise, organized files accelerates the manufacturing process and minimizes the need for back-and-forth communication with printers and vendors.
• Technical Accuracy:
  You provide the precision required for hardware and apparel design, ensuring that every dimension and detail meets strict quality standards before items hit the production line.
• Seamless Workflow:
  By serving as a technical expert, you allow the wider design team to focus on innovation and ideation, knowing that the execution and production prep are in capable hands.

What You Bring

• Expert-level proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, with solid skills in Adobe Photoshop and InDesign.
• Strong experience in technical apparel CAD, production-ready garment flats, and tech pack illustration.
• Proven ability in scale-accurate hardware and trim design, as well as vector illustration.
• Demonstrated knowledge of packaging, die line creation and design, artwork creation, and version control.
• Thorough understanding of print production, prepress, typography, layout, and color management (Pantone, CMYK).
• Experience preparing files for direct manufacturer and printer handoffs.
• Familiarity with Figma (optional) and CLO 3D or Browzwear (preferred but not required).
• Proficiency in using Adobe Acrobat for design proofing and collaborative reviews.