Graphic Designer, Sleep

About the Role

Key Responsibilities

• Create on-trend apparel graphics that support Gap's seasonal messages and align with divisional design concepts.
• Understand and assist in identifying seasonal graphic trends and provide analysis through online / in-store research, as well as gather relevant inspiration outside of apparel that speaks to over-arching aesthetic trends.
• Assist Senior graphic designer in authoring tools to communicate these trends to the cross-functional team.
• Design into seasonal concepts that consider merchant roadmap, cost targets and consumer insight information.
• Manage workload and time independently, demonstrating self-direction.
• Own a specialized category within the division, driving creative concepts and presentations to graphics team leaders.
• Produce and maintain graphic presentation boards for milestone meetings in coordination with Senior Designer and director.
• Identify opportunities for newness and innovation by utilizing the graphic trend forecast when creating graphic content and executing relevant graphic techniques.
• Prepare and maintain graphic artwork production files against seasonal milestones and pipeline production considerations.
• Review production samples to ensure quality and accurate execution of production.
• Present design executions to cross functional partners during product reviews.

Requirements

• BA in Graphic Design preferred, or equivalent experience.
• 3-7 years apparel graphics experience.
• Knowledge of graphics production methods (e.g., printing methods, apparel graphic techniques).
• Strong computer skills (Illustrator, Photoshop, Miro, Clo, etc.).
• Strong hand skills (illustration, painting, drawing).
• Strong time management, interpersonal communication and organizational skills.
• Strong sense of image and type.

Qualifications

• Educational background in Graphic Design or equivalent experience.
• Experience in apparel graphics (3-7 years).

Benefits & Perks

• Merchandise discount for our brands: 50% off regular-priced merchandise at Old Navy, Gap, Banana Republic and Athleta, and 30% off at Outlet for all employees.
• One of the most competitive Paid Time Off plans in the industry.
• Employees can take up to five "on the clock" hours each month to volunteer at a charity of their choice.
• Extensive 401(k) plan with company matching for contributions up to four percent of an employee's base pay.
• Employee stock purchase plan.
• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance.