Production Graphic Designer, Team Apparel

Who We Are: 

Since 1906, New Balance has empowered people through sport and craftsmanship to create positive change in communities around the world. We innovate fearlessly, guided by our core values and driven by the belief that conventions were meant to be challenged. We foster a culture in which every associate feels welcomed and respected, where leaders and creatives are inspired to shape the world of tomorrow by taking bold action today.

JOB MISSION:

As the Team Apparel Production Graphic Designer, you will lead the uniform and apparel graphic design direction, communicate that vision with impactful sales tools, and support the product-creation and sales teams in presenting concepts.
 

You will have a strong knowledge of Team Sports and Uniforms and be able to provide a creative point of difference for New Balance in this category. You will be responsible for meeting key project deadlines based on process calendars and working cross-functionally with product management and development.

MAJOR ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Design uniforms and complementary team training apparel graphics across New Balance sport categories

• Prepare final files for our partners and vendors based upon their specific set-up requirements, ensuring quality and accuracy

• Meet daily output and larger project deadlines on a consistent basis

• Create graphic templates suitable for digital customization and sublimation printing

• Preparation and layout of impactful sales tools

• Ability to research and create relevant, cohesive graphic stories & systems

• Creation and maintenance of individual style pages and merchandising boards

• Present graphic concepts, sketches and designs to internal product teams, collegiate partners and management as required

• Attend cross-functional team meetings to gain a better understanding of product development and the manufacturing process.

REQUIRMENTS FOR SUCCESS:

• Bachelor's degree in Apparel Design and/or Fashion Design

• A preferred 2 years of relevant apparel industry experience

• Understanding of team uniforms and performance training apparel

• Thorough knowledge of graphics production (e.g., screen-print color separation, sublimation printing, apparel graphic embellishment techniques, etc.)

• Must have strong artistic ability, including drawing skills, sense of image and type, with an excellent sense of design and color

• Basic understanding of garment construction

• Proficient in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, & MS Office

• Strong organizational, communication and presentation skills

• Must have a high-quality portfolio

• Boston-based or surrounding with ability to travel to Brighton, MA office three times a week

• Self-starter with excellent time management and committed to delivering high-quality work

Boston, MA Headquarters - (NB) Only Pay Range: $70,600.00 - $90,500.00 - $110,400.00 Annual (actual base pay varying based upon, but not limited to, relevant experience, time in role, internal equity, geographic location, and more.)

Regular Associate Benefits 

Our products are only as good as the people we hire, so we make sure to hire the best and treat them accordingly. New Balance offers a comprehensive traditional benefits package including three options for medical insurance as well as dental, vision, life insurance and 401K. We also proudly offer a slate of more nontraditional perks – opportunities like online learning and development courses, tuition reimbursement, $100 monthly student loan support and various mentorship programs – that encourage our associates to grow personally as they develop professionally. You’ll also enjoy a yearly $1,000 lifestyle reimbursement, 4 weeks of vacations, 12 holidays and generous parental leave, because work-life balance is more than just a buzzword – it’s part of our culture.

Temporary associates are provided three options for medical insurance as well as dental and vision insurance and an associate discount.

Part time associates are provided 401k, short term disability, a yearly $300 lifestyle reimbursement and an associate discount.

Flexible Work Schedule

For decades we have fostered a unique culture founded on our values with a particular focus on in-person teamwork and collaboration. Our North American hybrid model encourages rich in-person experiences, showcasing our commitment to teamwork and connection, while maintaining flexibility for associates. New Balance Associates currently work in office three days per week (Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday). Our offices are fully open, and amenities are available across our North American office locations. To continue our focus on hybrid work we have introduced “Work from Anywhere” (WFA) for four weeks per calendar year. This model will help us enhance our culture while continuing to maintain elements of flexibility.

Equal Opportunity Employer

New Balance provides equal opportunities for all current and prospective associates to ensure that employment, training, compensation, transfer, promotion and other terms, conditions and privileges of employment are provided without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, handicap, genetic information and/or status as an Armed Forces service medal veteran, recently separated veteran, qualified disabled veteran or other protected veteran, or any other protected status.