Graphic/Print Designer - fashion apparel
Job Description
Our client is looking for a creative and commercially minded Womenswear Print & Graphic Designer to join their design team. You'll create original print, graphic, placement, and branding concepts that reflect seasonal trends, customer insight, and our brand identity. With a strong eye for colour, typography, and garment application, you'll combine creative vision with excellent technical skills to deliver innovative designs in a fast-paced fashion environment.
\n\nKey Responsibilities:
\nResearch and interpret global fashion, print, graphic, colour, and cultural trends.
\nDevelop seasonal print and graphic concepts that align with the brand aesthetic and customer.
\nDesign all-over prints, engineered prints, placement graphics, embroideries, badges, slogans, and typography.
\nProduce commercially relevant collections across multiple womenswear categories.
\nCreate repeat patterns and prepare artwork for production using industry-standard software.
\nCollaborate closely with the wider design, garment technology, and product development teams.
\nLiaise with suppliers to develop artwork, colour separations, and strike-offs.
\nReview print samples and approve colour and artwork amendments.
\nEnsure all artwork is production-ready and meets critical path deadlines.
\nMaintain competitor awareness and emerging market trends.
\n\nSkills & Experience | Essential:
\nDegree or equivalent qualification in Textile Design, Fashion Print, Graphic Design, or a related discipline.
\nProven experience as a Print & Graphic Designer within a fashion retailer, supplier, or brand.
\nExcellent Adobe Creative Suite skills, particularly Illustrator and Photoshop.
\nStrong understanding of print repeats, colourways, and garment placement.
\nExcellent hand-drawing and digital illustration skills.
\nStrong typography and graphic design capability.
\nCommercial awareness with the ability to balance creativity and customer appeal.
\nExcellent colour perception and trend interpretation.
\nStrong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
\nAbility to work to tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
\nStrong communication and presentation skills.
\n\nDesirable:
\nExperience designing across jersey, casualwear, sleepwear, knitwear, or woven categories.
\nKnowledge of digital print and screen-print production methods.
\nExperience working with international factories and suppliers.
\nFamiliarity with CAD management systems and PLM software.
\nUnderstanding of sustainability within print development, including responsible materials and print techniques.
\n\nKey Competencies:
\nCreative thinking and innovation
\nCommercial awareness
\nTrend forecasting
\nAttention to detail
\nColour and print expertise
\nCollaboration and teamwork
\nAdaptability
\nTime management
\nProblem solving
\nStrong visual communication
