Graphic Artist
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About Us

Centric Brands is a leading lifestyle brand collective that designs, sources, markets and sells high quality products in multiple segments, including women's, men's and kid's apparel, accessories, entertainment and beauty. Centric Brands is focused on our customers and our brands that will drive the company's future growth. We are defined by innovation as we seize new opportunities and thrive in an environment informed by creativity and thinking that is both analytical and outside the box. Centric Brands reflects a team built on respect, for others and for the hard work it takes to achieve our goals and build our bright future together.

Specific Responsibilities Would Include

The Graphic Artist collaboratively works on the graphics component of the seasonal design development process by executing the creation, coordinating the production, and working closely with the Art Director and Graphic Designer(s). The main function for this role is the development of innovative, trend-appropriate graphics and prints for the Adult & Kids Character License Sleepwear Division and Branded Adult and Kids Sleepwear Division.

Responsibilities:

• Create graphics & prints based on direction from Design Director.
• Research graphic trends each season across accounts and licenses.
• Must create art using an assortment of illustration and graphic styles to apply to the many different license/ brands and styles we develop.
• Prepare art files to pass off to our Production team to create tech packs and art pages. This includes putting print and pattern into repeat, recoloring and assigning techniques.
• Modify and update graphics and prints as needed when revisions are requested by our Sales team, Buyers, Production teams and Licensors.
• Maintain technique libraries and art resource aids to be accessed by our Design Team including staying current with new art techniques and trends.
• Contribute to the creation of presentations and special projects. Includes maintaining and updating art and graphic elements within our presentation boards.
• Prepare trend graphic/print reports from better and contemporary markets for development inspiration and trend.
• Work collaboratively and respectfully with Graphic, Design and Sales Team. Attend online Licensor Rollouts and Meetings

Our Best Fit Candidate Would Have

• 4-8 years of relevant design experience in adult & kids sleepwear. Anything related to Character License is a plus
• Must have good illustration skills and can sketch up ideas. Any previous generic print work is great.
• Must have a strong experience in creating graphics specifically for adult apparel in both illustrator and photoshop.
• Must have a strong experience in creating seamless all over pattern repeats in both illustrator and photoshop.
• To collaborate with design and graphic team in all aspects of line development regarding graphic design and art treatments keeping in mind customers, price point and practicality of producing all artwork created.
• Must be proficient in Illustrator and Photoshop and MAC computers.
• Must be a team player and have a positive proactive attitude.
• Enthusiasm towards innovating and thinking outside the box.
• Ability to multitask and time manage your workflow while during multiple deadlines.
• Understanding of cross functional relationships and product lifecycles

In return, we provide an industry-competitive salary, along with a comprehensive benefits plan (medical, dental, vision) that includes a matching 401 (k), Summer Fridays, generous PTO, merchandise discounts, excellent career development opportunities, and a work environment that reflects our industry leadership. Our social impact program, Centric Cares, focuses on volunteerism to make a difference in communities we live and work in and our D&I committee is shaping the future of diversity, equity, and inclusion at Centric Brands though workshops, resources and inspiring conversation.

Salary Range: $70,000-$76,000

At Centric Brands, we believe our people are our greatest asset, and we seek to structure competitive compensation offers to ensure that we are able to attract and retain the best talent. Our job postings include an annual base salary range at the time of employment. The stated base salary range represents our good faith estimate as to what candidates are likely to expect, and we tailor our offers within the range based on several factors, including the selected candidate's educational and professional experience, industry knowledge, location, technical and communication skills, and other factors that may prove relevant during the selection process. Base salary is a part of a total compensation package, which, depending on the position, may also include commission earnings, annual bonus and other Centric Brands sponsored benefit programs.

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