Manhattan Beach, CA, United States
October 15, 2024
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Skechers is seeking a Assistant Graphic Designer to join the Apparel team. The ideal candidate is a creative storyteller and a strong digital communicator. We are seeking someone who is highly detailed oriented as well as product and brand obsessed. In this role you will be supporting the Senior Graphic Designers with production tech packs and have the opportunity to create some custom graphics for Skechers apparel.
Essential Job Results-
About Skechers
Skechers (NYSE: SKX), a global, Fortune 500® brand develops and markets a diverse range of lifestyle and performance footwear, apparel, and accessories. Developing comfort technologies is the foundation of all we do – delivering stylish, innovative, and quality products. Serving over 180 countries and territories, Skechers connects customers to products through department and specialty stores, e-commerce and digital stores, and through our more than 5,200 company-and third-party-owned retail locations. Headquartered in Southern California, with offices and distribution centers around the globe, Skechers has spent 30 years helping people of all ages look and feel good.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Skechers is committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and respectful work environment. Skechers provides equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment without regard race, color, religion, gender, gender identification and expression, national origin, marital status, age, disability, genetic information, military status, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic established by local, state or federal law.
Reasonable Accommodation
Applicants for employment who require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job should request appropriate accommodation by emailing benefits@skechers.com.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each job responsibility satisfactorily. The skills, abilities and physical demands described are representative of those duties that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities, who are otherwise qualified for the job position, to perform the essential functions.
Essential Job Results-
- Demonstrate the ability to take direction and then use creativity and imagination to develop original creative artwork.
- Manage multiple design projects in partnership with all cross-functional team members, ensuring deadlines are met and progress is communicated clearly.
- Work collaboratively with Design Leadership and respective team members to product brand relevant apparel graphics, prints, trims, etc. that reflect Skechers DNA and standards.
- Responsible for supporting the team through the entire graphic process from concept ideation, creation of original designs, development of tech packs, and providing strike off comments and solutions to development team.
- Follow brand standards and established graphic development process.
- Prepare print ready artwork for sizing and CAD files.
- Clearly communicate different artwork techniques in pitch sheets.
- Produce Design, Typography, and Layouts for Apparel.
- Actively researches trends, inspiration, print and graphic techniques. Compile seasonal graphic mood boards based on design concepts and keep team informed of any opportunities that seem relevant for the brand.
- Present artwork and be able to communicate the thought process behind it.
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- Versatile in a wide range of graphic and illustration styles required.
- Strong understanding of print and embellishment techniques for apparel.
- Able to objectively critic and curate your own work with great attention to detail.
- Understanding of garment construction a plus.
- Strong organizational, communication and presentation skills.
- High level of initiative & self-motivated.
- Demonstrate flexibility/adaptability while managing multiple projects under tight deadlines.
- A team player who thrives in a collaborative culture.
- Ability to multi-task under tight deadlines and a self-starter.
- High attention to detail and excellent follow through.
- Ability to embrace diverse points of view while fostering an environment of inclusivity.
- Strong Adobe Illustrator and Photo Shop skills are required.
- Computer proficiency; Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook), PLM (Product Life Management) system.
- BA Degree from a college/university in the field of Graphic Design.
- Minimum 3-5+ Years experience in the Performance/ Active Apparel Industry.
About Skechers
Skechers (NYSE: SKX), a global, Fortune 500® brand develops and markets a diverse range of lifestyle and performance footwear, apparel, and accessories. Developing comfort technologies is the foundation of all we do – delivering stylish, innovative, and quality products. Serving over 180 countries and territories, Skechers connects customers to products through department and specialty stores, e-commerce and digital stores, and through our more than 5,200 company-and third-party-owned retail locations. Headquartered in Southern California, with offices and distribution centers around the globe, Skechers has spent 30 years helping people of all ages look and feel good.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Skechers is committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and respectful work environment. Skechers provides equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment without regard race, color, religion, gender, gender identification and expression, national origin, marital status, age, disability, genetic information, military status, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic established by local, state or federal law.
Reasonable Accommodation
Applicants for employment who require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job should request appropriate accommodation by emailing benefits@skechers.com.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each job responsibility satisfactorily. The skills, abilities and physical demands described are representative of those duties that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities, who are otherwise qualified for the job position, to perform the essential functions.
