Senior Graphic Designer Apparel

About the Position

Senior Graphic Designer Apparel

Join PUMA as a Senior Graphic Designer Apparel in Shanghai, China. Create innovative designs for apparel based on global creative direction.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with apparel designer and responsible for all line graphic design, including Select/ Special Make up / Rapid Response Design creation for Key Accounts, Puma Retail, and Outlet or any account when required.
• Understand the region’s trends and market direction to ensure all graphic designed for the regions are brand relevant.
• Under the direction of the Teamhead/ Creative Director, collect market intelligence, providing all involved with accurate and up-to-date information on graphic design trends and developments and utilizes them effectively.
• Identify functionality requirements and ensure accurate use of information technology systems in order to gain competitive advantage.
• Be accountable for achieving all tasks of the Vertical Development Calendar within the given timelines.
• Work closely with Teamhead of design, Product Line Manager, Development team and China merchant team to create and execute innovative graphic design for apparel based on Global creative direction.
• Travel to the factories to work on the development of the product and ensure that quick response timelines are met.

Requirements

• University degree in Design and/or relevant field of study
• At least 5-8 years of work experience of graphic design of apparel for one or more leading fashion/lifestyle/sports brand, ideally in the fashion, athletic/apparel industry
• Versatile designer who has experience designing graphic across men’s, women’s and children’s products. Strong apparel graphic execution knowledge is preferred
• Professional experience working in team environment, ability to function autonomously as well as in a cooperative, diverse group
• Professional working experience with Illustrator, Photoshop, etc.
• Tremendous attention to detail and extraordinary time-management skills
• Key account concept and end-consumer understanding within the Chinese market
• Vertical mindset
• Strategic and creative thinking, strong initiative, passionate about product
• Strong communication and presentation skills
• Fluent in Mandarin and English

We Offer

• Competitive salary
• Opportunity to work in one of PUMA's top three markets in Shanghai, Beijing, and Guangzhou
• Be part of a global sports brand with a diverse and inclusive culture

About the Company

PUMA is a global sports brand creating footwear, apparel, and accessories that inspire athletes and everyday movers. The PUMA Group owns PUMA, Cobra Golf, and stichd, operates in 120+ countries, and has around 22,000 employees worldwide.

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