Basketball Apparel Graphic Designer

Overview

Placement Type:
Temporary
Salary:
$39.60-44 Hourly
up to $44.00/hr
Start Date:
Aug 6, 2026
Apparel Graphic Designer - Basketball & Sportswear
We are seeking a talented Apparel Graphic Designer to join a global sportswear design team focused on creating innovative, consumer-driven graphics for basketball-inspired apparel collections. This designer will play a key role in developing original artwork, visual stories, and graphic concepts that connect with athletes, fans, and sport culture worldwide.
The ideal candidate is a creative storyteller with a strong background in apparel graphic design, particularly tee-shirt and print-focused graphics. They should have a passion for basketball, a strong understanding of cultural and visual trends, and a portfolio demonstrating original design work across typography, illustration, layouts, and branded graphics.
What You'll Do:
Create original apparel graphics for basketball-focused collections, including typography, illustrations, logos, marks, and seasonal graphic concepts
Develop compelling visual narratives that connect with athletes, consumers, and sport culture
Lead the creative process from concept development through final execution
Build graphic design presentations, visual concepts, and seasonal design stories
Collaborate with cross-functional partners including product, development, and design teams
Research cultural, sport, and graphic design trends to inspire new creative directions
Participate in brainstorms, design reviews, and product creation meetings
What You'll Bring:
5+ years of experience in apparel graphic design, with a strong focus on tee-shirt graphics and print-based design
A portfolio showcasing original apparel graphics, typography, illustrations, layouts, and visual storytelling
Strong proficiency in Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator
Deep understanding of graphic design principles including typography, color, composition, and brand identity
Passion for basketball, sports culture, and consumer trends
Ability to translate creative concepts and stories into impactful product graphics
Strong collaboration and communication skills with the ability to present and articulate design ideas
Nice to Have:
Experience designing for sportswear, streetwear, or lifestyle brands
Experience with AI visualization tools and emerging creative technologies
Familiarity with 3D design tools such as CLO or similar platforms
Experience supporting athlete collections, collaborations, or seasonal product launches
This is an opportunity for a highly creative designer to influence the future of basketball apparel graphics and create work that resonates with athletes and fans around the world.
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