We are seeking a mid-level Graphic Designer to join our team, focused on creating on-field and on-court accessories seen across all levels of play, from high school athletes to professional leagues including the NFL, NBA, WNBA, MLB, and more. This role blends creative concepting with high-volume production execution, supporting custom Player Exclusive (PE) designs, team collections, and fast-turn special projects. The ideal candidate is equally comfortable generating original concepts and building detailed, production-ready tech packs for factory execution.
**Please include a digital portfolio in the Documents tab or include a link to your online portfolio in the Links tab of your application.**
What You’ll Do:
Create original graphics, prints, and visual concepts applied across a range of sports accessories.
Design custom Player Exclusive (PE) products for athletes and teams, often in fast-turn environments.
Execute high-volume production work, including detailed tech packs and spec files ready for factory handoff.
Translate creative direction into production-ready designs with accuracy and efficiency.
Participate in live design sessions with athletes, teams, and stakeholders, iterating in real time.
Collaborate closely with Product Line Managers and Development/Engineering to ensure designs are feasible and production-ready.
Contribute to team collections, stock programs, and special projects across multiple sports categories.
Other tasks as assigned.
What to Bring:
3–6 years of experience in graphic design, preferably in sports, apparel, or consumer products.
Strong proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, especially Illustrator.
Proven experience creating tech packs and production-ready files for factory handoff.
Ability to balance concept development with detailed production execution.
Strong attention to detail and high standards for accuracy, organization, and file preparation.
Comfort working in a fast-paced environment with quick-turn timelines and shifting priorities.
Experience in soft goods or apparel design is preferred.
Familiarity with tools such as FlexPLM and Monday.com is preferred.
Experience with 3D visualization or mockup tools is a plus.
Self-starter mindset with the ability to take direction or work independently depending on the project.
Process-oriented, efficient, and capable of managing multiple projects at once.
Strong collaboration and communication skills in cross-functional and live-feedback environments.
Versatility to shift between creative exploration and executional detail as project needs change.
Additionally:
Domestic travel required up to four times per year.
What We Offer:
Competitive salary (we leverage market data) + benefits (medical, dental, vision, 401k match, life insurance, pet insurance)
Company gym with access to personal trainer
On-site Kitchen
Paid Parental Leave
Summer hours (Memorial Day through Labor Day)
Responsible Time Off (aka Unlimited Vacation
13 company holidays
Professional development workshops
Employee product discounts on selected brands
Numbers & Facts
Location
Torrance, California
Website
http://www.jr286.com
Skills
Adobe Creative Suiteunmatched
Category Managementunmatched
Communication Skillsunmatched
Credit and Collectionsunmatched
Cross-Functionalunmatched
Detail Orientedunmatched
FlexPLMunmatched
Graphic Designunmatched
Graphicsunmatched
Mock Upunmatched
Multitaskingunmatched
Production Supportunmatched
Production Volumeunmatched
Project/Program Managementunmatched
Secondary Schoolunmatched
Sportsunmatched
Team Playerunmatched
Willing to Travelunmatched
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