Graphic Clothing Designer

Job Description

The Graphic Clothing Designer is responsible for the conceptual creation and development of graphic artworks for Frasers Group own-brand categories for Sports Direct. They will understand manufacturing processes, production methods, and materials, and they must be able to manage a diverse workload whilst ensuring the highest standards.

Key Accountabilities:

• As a graphics designer, the individual is responsible for designing and creating the artworks for all consumers.
• Using their expertise and knowledge of manufacturing processes to ensure artworks are suitable for production.
• The designer has a responsibility to ensure brand integrity is maintained through all aspects of the design process.
• Must be able to work to a high level consistently in a timely and cost-effective manner.

Skills & Expertise:

• The individual must be able to communicate and discuss designs with colleagues and commercial managers.
• Knowledge of printing production ink standards, consistency of output, colour proofing.
• Understand the costs of different qualities and processes to ensure it meets a desired specification within budget.
• Understand different materials and production methods.
• Creative approach to designing concepts and managing the handwriting style that effectively communicates the brand of the product to the end user, whilst adhering to the brand guidelines.
• Creative and technical ability to take graphics, illustrations and photography through to artwork to send to manufacture.
• Excellent planning and organisation skills with the ability to manage conflicting priorities and meet tight deadlines.
• Strong communication and skills.

Qualifications

• 2-5 year previous experience in a design discipline
• Experience in graphic design - Excellent knowledge in full Adobe Suite (illustrator and Photoshop are a must).
• Any experience with Ai would be beneficial
• Ability to generate ideas and concepts around product graphic briefs
• Expertise in different qualities, techniques, materials, and finishings
• Experience in working with factories
• Able to follow end to end process from artworking through to execution
• Confidence in identifying problems and making improvement suggestions
• Project Management experience
• proven track record of delivering complex projects.
• Track record of using knowledge and experience to troubleshoot and resolve issues
• Track record of managing & delivering to time and cost
• Managing large volumes of SKUs

Additional Information

Along with your benefits package we also offer a wide range of perks for our colleagues:

Reward, Recognition and Opportunities

Frasers Champion- Our employees are at the heart of our business and we ensure individuals are recognised every single month for their hard work. Frasers Champion is a peer nominated scheme where 8 winners will receive double their pay for a month where they have thought without limits, owned it or been relevant.

Frasers Festival – An event like no other! Frasers Festival is our celebration for Head Office and Retail Staff across the UK and Europe – hosting a MEGA brand village, guest speakers from the world's biggest brands, evening entertainment, the ultimate Frasers Fearless Fitness Challenge and much more.

CEO Sessions – Once a quarter we offer 20 employees the opportunity to attend our “CEO Sessions” ran by our CEO and leadership team. Employees have the chance to connect, network and submit questions around specific topics such as our Sports or Luxury business.

Retail Reconnect – In order to build the planets most admired and compelling brand ecosystem, all employees must understand our business, product and customers. Each financial year, Head Office employees will gain insights by spending two days in one of our stores or the Warehouse. The goal is to learn how the work you do impacts our teams on the frontline, and to bring ideas back to the office which will improve how we work.

Employee Welfare

Frasers Fit – Our Everlast Gyms Team are on a mission to make our workforce the best, and fittest on the planet! We run free gym classes for employees as well as discounted memberships to our clubs. Frasers Fit is our wellbeing programme which aims to support and improve colleagues Physical, Financial & Mental wellbeing. The app is accessible for every employee and includes training, nutrition and lifestyle advice- all completely free.

Retail Trust – We know that its not just about physical health, mental wellness is equally important which is why all of our employees get free access and support from the Retail Trust charity. This includes a 24 hour wellbeing helpline, wellness hub, counselling and financial/legal support.

What’s next?

Our Recruitment Team will be reviewing applications and all candidates will receive a response, whether you are successful or unsuccessful. Shortlisted applicants may be asked to confirm a few key details before being booked in for a first stage interview with the Recruiter- this will be behaviourally focussed and centred around how you align with our Culture and Values. If successful we anticipate two further interview stages with the Hiring Manager/wider team which will be more technically focused and could include a presentation/task so we can see your skills in action.