Creative Brand Manager

Summit Sportswear is a proud wholesale apparel licensee since 2008, specializing in uniquely elevated pieces. The brand is quickly and intentionally growing into new product categories to service our retail partners and their fans with quality, stylish products. The Summit team shares an unwavering loyalty for our teams and the drive to turn aspirations into reality. Job Description The Creative Brand Manager leads the planning, coordination, and execution of apparel and graphic design projects from concept through final delivery. This role oversees the artwork development process, providing direction to graphic artists and ensuring designs align with brand standards, business goals, and production timelines. The Creative Brand Manager manages project priorities, guides creative decisions, and ensures projects move efficiently from brief to completion. Responsibilities Lead apparel and graphic design projects from concept through completion, ensuring alignment with brand standards and business objectives Oversee the artwork development process and provide direction to graphic artists to ensure brand consistency and quality deliverables Define project scope, objectives, timelines, and deliverables in collaboration with leadership and cross-functional teams Manage project schedules and milestones to ensure projects remain on track and deadlines are met Coordinate workflow and communication between graphic artists, merchandising, marketing, and other internal teams Review creative assets and provide feedback to guide design direction and ensure final deliverables meet brand expectations Organize and maintain creative briefs, artwork files, production specifications, and asset libraries Monitor project progress, identify risks or obstacles, and adjust plans to ensure successful project delivery Track project timelines and status in Excel and NetSuite, providing accurate documentation, data insights, and regular updates to internal partners and leadership Support improvements to creative workflows, project processes, and cross-team coordination Perform other duties as assigned Skills And Knowledge Data-driven mindset with the ability to track performance and make informed decisions, Excellent organizational, project management, and time management skills, Excellent written and verbal communication and collaboration skills, Familiarity with Adobe Illustrator preferred, Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and project tracking tools, Strong visual and creative eye with the ability to guide design direction and ensure brand consistency Qualifications 3-5 years of apparel and/or graphic design experience Bachelor’s degree in apparel merchandising, graphic design, or a related field preferred Physical Requirements Ability to operate a computer, keyboard, mouse, and other standard office equipment Able to clearly view and read information on a computer screen Occasionally lift or move items up to 15 pounds Pay Range $65,000.00 - $80,000.00 #J-18808-Ljbffr