About this role
Job Title: Apparel Graphic Designer for Branded Merchandise & Uniform Programs Job Type: Freelance / Contract (Ongoing Opportunity) Work Hours: Flexible (project-based turnaround, typically 24–72 hours per project)
Job Overview:Our client is a growing company specializing in branded merchandise and uniform programs for large national brands. They partner with businesses to deliver high-quality, retail-ready apparel solutions that strengthen brand identity across uniforms and merchandise.
We’re looking for an Apparel Graphic Designer to support ongoing design production work, creating clean, brand-aligned apparel graphics and production-ready artwork for a variety of garments including t-shirts, outerwear, headwear, and uniforms.
In this role, you will:
Translate brand guidelines into apparel-ready design conceptsProduce production-ready artwork for manufacturingSupport fast-turn creative needs for client presentationsEnsure consistency, quality, and accuracy across all design outputs
RESPONSIBILITIES Create apparel design layouts based on client briefs and brand guidelinesDevelop logo placements and embellishment concepts (screen print, embroidery, patches, etc.)Prepare production-ready artwork including vector files, separations, and sizing specificationsCreate mockups of apparel designs for client presentationsRevise and refine designs based on internal and client feedbackMaintain organized files, version control, and production documentationSupport fast-turn concept development for sales and client presentationsRequirements
Must-Have:3+ years experience in apparel graphic design or merchandise designStrong proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Adobe PhotoshopExperience creating production-ready artwork for apparel (vector files, print specs, etc.)Strong understanding of apparel decoration methods (screen printing, embroidery, heat transfer, etc.)Ability to interpret brand guidelines into clean, retail-ready designsStrong attention to detail and ability to meet tight deadlines (24–72 hour turnaround)Portfolio showcasing apparel or merchandise design work
Nice-to-Have:Experience designing for retail, restaurant, or consumer brandsFamiliarity with tech packs or apparel production specificationsExperience creating designs for uniform programs or branded merchandise at scaleExperience working with U.S.-based clients, agencies, or production teams