Apparel Graphic Designer

Apparel Graphic Designer
About the Role
NYON is looking for a talented Apparel Graphic Designer to join our Creative team. This person will play a key role in designing graphics across our apparel collections, collaborations, and special projects while helping shape the visual identity of the brand.

We're looking for someone who has exceptional taste, a strong understanding of typography, graphics, and apparel production, and who is deeply connected to fashion, sports, and New York culture. You'll work closely with our Founder, Production team, Merchandising team, and external partners to bring collections from concept through production.

What You'll Do
Graphic Design

Design original graphics, artwork, typography, and layouts for apparel collections across tees, fleece, outerwear, headwear, and accessories

Create multiple design concepts and iterate based on feedback

Prepare production-ready artwork, including print-ready files, separations, and technical specifications

Ensure all artwork meets vendor production requirements

Product Development Support

Collaborate with Product Development and Production teams throughout the development process

Review strike-offs, samples, lab dips, embroidery sew-outs, and print approvals

Help maintain consistency across graphics, trims, labels, packaging, and branding details

Partner with our Product team to ensure collections feel cohesive and commercially successful

Partnerships & Collaborations

Design graphics for licensed collections and brand collaborations

Interpret partner brand guidelines while maintaining the NYON aesthetic

Prepare presentation materials and artwork for partner approvals

Incorporate feedback from licensors and partners while preserving creative integrity

Creative & Brand

Stay ahead of trends in fashion, streetwear, sports, typography, art, and culture

Research vintage references, archival graphics, and emerging design trends

Help evolve and protect the visual identity of NYON

Organization

Maintain organized design files and artwork libraries

Track revisions and ensure version control across projects

Meet project deadlines within seasonal calendars and launch timelines

Qualifications

3–6+ years of apparel graphic design experience

Strong portfolio demonstrating exceptional typography, graphic design, and apparel work

Advanced proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign

Experience creating production-ready artwork for screen print, embroidery, applique, patches, and other apparel embellishments

Strong understanding of garment construction and apparel production processes

Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail

Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment

Excellent communication and collaboration skills

Nice to Have

Experience working with licensed products (sports, entertainment, or cultural brands)

Illustration or hand-drawing skills

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