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SKILLS
Adobe Creative Suite, Adobe Illustrator, Apparel Design, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Basketball, Communication Skills, Cross-Functional, D Programming Language, Design Services, Detail Oriented, Documentation, Graphic Design, Graphics, Graphics Software, Illustrating Ability, Multitasking, Organizational Skills, Printing, Process Improvement, Product Lifecycle, Product Management, Project Design, Project/Program Management, Retail, Schematics, Software Patches, Sports, Team Player, Technical/Engineering Design
LOCATION
Beaverton, OR
POSTED
2 days ago
Job Title: Production Artist II / Graphic Designer II Basketball Apparel Graphics
Location: Beaverton, OR (PHK) Hybrid
Duration: 6 Months Contract

Position Overview:
We are seeking a highly skilled Production Artist II / Graphic Designer II to support a dynamic Basketball Apparel Graphics team. This role sits at the intersection of sport, design, and culture, helping bring graphic concepts to life across tees, cut-and-sew apparel, athlete products, and retail collections.
The ideal candidate will have strong experience in both Production Art and Graphic Design for Apparel, with expertise creating production-ready artwork, graphic schematics, apparel line art, color application, trims, screen printing techniques, and graphic execution across multiple product categories.
This position requires a detail-oriented designer who thrives in a fast-paced environment, can manage multiple projects simultaneously, and enjoys the technical side of apparel graphic creation while collaborating with cross-functional teams throughout the product creation process.

Team & Collaboration:
You will report to the Production Art Manager or Senior Manager while partnering closely with:
  • Apparel Design
  • Graphic Design
  • Product Management
  • Technical Design
  • Product Creation & Development
  • Material Development Teams
Key Responsibilities:
  • Create and finalize graphic details across Basketball apparel products including tees and cut-and-sew apparel.
  • Develop detailed graphic schematics and production-ready artwork files.
  • Create apparel line art illustrations, laydowns, and product pages.
  • Prepare documentation and production files for downstream partners.
  • Apply expertise in screen printing, graphic applications, patches, heat transfers, trims, and graphic execution.
  • Support color design initiatives and graphic placement strategies.
  • Utilize both 2D and 3D tools to visualize and execute apparel graphics.
  • Review strike-offs and ensure graphic accuracy through final approval.
  • Track, maintain, and update graphic files throughout the product creation lifecycle.
  • Participate in production art meetings and cross-functional alignment sessions.
  • Identify opportunities for process improvements and workflow efficiencies.
  • Manage multiple projects while maintaining exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
Required Qualifications:
  • Bachelor s degree in graphic design or related field, or equivalent experience.
  • 3+ years of Graphic Design and/or Production Art experience in an apparel environment.
  • Experience working on Tees and Cut & Sew Apparel.
  • Strong Production Art and Graphic Design experience.
  • Experience with screen printing, graphic applications, patches, heat transfers, and trims.
  • Experience with Color Design.
  • Advanced proficiency with Adobe Illustrator and Adobe Creative Suite.
  • Strong understanding of the apparel product creation lifecycle.
  • Knowledge of graphic applications, ink types, and trim substrates.
  • Excellent communication, organizational, and collaboration skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Passion for Basketball, Sports, or Athletic Apparel.
  • Experience working with athlete products and athlete-driven projects.
  • Experience creating repeats and All Over Prints (AOP).
  • Experience with AI-assisted design tools.
  • Experience using 3D apparel programs such as CLO or Browzwear.
  • Familiarity with Smartsheet, Airtable, and Miro.
  • Previous industry experience is a plus but not required.
Portfolio Requirements:
Candidates must provide a portfolio containing:
  • 3 5 project examples demonstrating design process and workflow.
  • Production Art schematics.
  • Apparel Graphic Design examples.
  • Apparel line art illustrations and laydowns.
  • Color Design examples.
  • Examples showcasing production-ready graphic execution.
Top Skills:
  • Production Art
  • Apparel Graphic Design
  • Adobe Illustrator
  • Screen Printing
  • Cut & Sew Apparel
  • Graphic Applications & Trims
  • Color Design
  • Apparel Line Art
  • Graphic Schematics
  • CLO 3D / Browzwear
  • AOP Development
  • Basketball Apparel Design
  • Product Creation
  • Technical Design Collaboration
  • Production-Ready Artwork Development

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