Graphic Artist - UA Kids TEMP

The Graphic Artist collaboratively manages the graphics component of the seasonal design development process by executing the creation, coordinating the production and working closely with the Graphic Designer(s) on the design and layout of original, trend-appropriate graphics concepts for all design needs, including garments, logos, illustrations, tags and labels.

ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Strategy & Innovation

• Research and identify graphics trend directions in collaboration with Design Director; develop themes and concepts; create presentation boards for meetings and mock-ups
• Monitor new trends, techniques, treatments and resources in graphic design and production

Operations & Results

• Execute compelling graphic deliverables for garments, logos, illustrations, photographs, tags, labels; create camera-ready art and color separations; coordinate with Graphic Designer(s) and Senior Graphic Artist to incorporate graphics into line
• Serve as technical and artistic resource and provide expert knowledge on graphics aesthetics, processes, production methods and treatments for design team, merchants and production; collaboratively manage reference library

Customers & Relationships

• Manage follow-up with internal partners in design and production; manage interoffice communication and relationships with vendors and manufacturers; manage existing relationships and develop relationships with new suppliers, vendors and business partners to monitor trends, leverage new resources and implement most current processes
• Partner with the Law Department to ensure that graphics/designs do not infringe on intellectual property rights and register new rights where necessary
• Partner with IT to monitor and make recommendations for enhancements, upgrades and purchases

Leadership & Teams

• Contribute positively to team dynamic and manage up where necessary
• Attract, develop and retain talent
• Monitor and evaluate performance of individuals

• Superior organizational skills and excellent communication skills; team oriented
• Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines; highly detail-oriented, meticulous and creative
• Creativity, technical capability and sensibility for graphics and fonts; strong ability to sketch
• Extensive knowledge of traditional and web-based graphic production techniques, including color separations, camera-ready art, heat transfers, etc.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Graphic Design or related field
• 4 - 7 years experience in graphic design; significant relevant experience in category
• Expert in Adobe products and Mac computers; highly proficient in Microsoft Office