Apparel Graphic Designer (Kids / Boys)

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Apparel Graphic Designer (Kids / Boys) (Remote | LATAM)

Only resumes in English will be considered

Please ensure that your portfolio is included with your resume. Applications without a portfolio will not be considered.

About Hired Remoteli

Hired Remoteli is a recruitment agency connecting top-tier talent across Latin America with companies in the United States. We specialize in sourcing, vetting, and placing high-performing remote professionals.

Role Snapshot

• Location: LATAM - Country (Remote)
• Schedule: Full-time | 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. ET
• Type: Independent Contractor

Position Summary

As a creative and trend-driven Apparel Graphic Designer (Kids/Boy), you will develop original graphics and artwork for boys' apparel across multiple classifications and age ranges. This role requires a strong understanding of commercial fashion graphics, typography, layout, and color direction tailored to mass-market and off-price retailers. The ideal candidate can translate trend insights and retailer direction into compelling, production-ready designs while balancing creativity with commercial viability.

Responsibilities

• Research and identify emerging graphic, fashion, color, and cultural trends relevant to boys' apparel and mass retail customers
• Create original graphics, prints, typography, layouts, and artwork packages across multiple classifications and age ranges
• Develop trend-right concepts tailored to mass and off-price retailers while maintaining strong commercial viability and value positioning
• Execute graphics across a variety of aesthetics including sport, gaming, outdoor, destination, novelty, licensed, and lifestyle trends
• Prepare production-ready artwork packages including color separations, repeats, placement specs, and factory-ready files
• Collaborate with Art Director’s & Design to meet customer needs and calendar deadlines
• Interpret retailer direction and translate customer feedback into actionable graphic updates quickly and efficiently
• Maintain awareness of competitor landscape, retail trends, and market opportunities within boys' apparel
• Support seasonal presentations, trend boards, concept pitches, and customer meetings as needed
• Ensure accuracy, organization, and timely execution throughout all phases of development

Requirements (Must-Have)

• 4-8+ years of graphic design experience within apparel, preferably boys, youth, or licensed categories
• Strong understanding of mass market and/or off-price retail environments
• Ability to design commercially successful graphics across multiple aesthetics and price tiers
• Strong typography, layout, illustration, and color sensibility
• Experience working with licensed product is a plus
• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop required
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication, organizational, and collaboration skills
• Trend-aware with a strong eye for commercial graphics and market relevance
• Background in boys graphic tees, fleece, sleepwear, or coordinated sets preferred
• Experience designing for retailers such as Walmart, Sam's Club, Target, Ross Stores, TJX Companies, or similar accounts preferred
• Understanding of value engineering and print techniques appropriate for large-volume retail
• Ability to pivot between trend-driven fashion graphics and core evergreen programs

Technical Skills (Required)

• Proficiency in design software: Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator. Should be able to use these tools to create high-quality images, illustrations, and other graphic elements.
• Creativity: Come up with new and original ideas for the designs. Be able to think outside the box and come up with fresh perspectives on different licensed artworks.
• Strong understanding of design principles: strong knowledge of design principles, such as composition, color theory, and typography, and use these principles to create visually appealing and practical designs.
• Research and market analysis: research trends, licenses, buyers, and competitors to gather data to create a well-informed design. Should be able to identify problems, brainstorm solutions, and implement the best solution.
• Apparel graphic and print development: create apparel graphics, repeat patterns, placement prints, and production-ready files, including color separations, rotary repeats, and factory-ready specifications.
• Stay up-to-date on trends to be able to identify and incorporate trends into the work in a way that is both creative and commercial.
• General knowledge of apparel manufacturing: know fabric types, printing techniques, and construction methods to create feasible designs that can be accurately translated into production.
• Strong communication skills: clearly and concisely sketch and concept their ideas to communicate their vision to clients and collaborators.
• Mass-market and off-price retail design knowledge: develop commercially viable graphics and apparel concepts tailored to mass-market retail, off-price retail, and licensed apparel development.
• Communication skills: communicate effectively with the clients, whether it’s a large corporation or a small business. Should be able to clearly and concisely explain the ideas, provide feedback, and work collaboratively to achieve a common goal.
• Attention to detail: have a sharp eye for detail to proofread their work carefully and ensure it is free of errors. This is especially important in the apparel industry, where even a tiny mistake can be costly.
• Adaptability: learn new design styles, keep up with latest trends, and adjust to new technologies.
• Organization skills: manage time effectively, prioritize tasks, and stay on top of the workload to meet deadlines without cutting corners.
• Creative problem-solving: approach challenges with innovative thinking, analyze situations from different perspectives, and develop practical solutions that improve processes and outcomes.
• Time management and organization: manage multiple tasks efficiently, prioritize responsibilities, and maintain an organized workflow to consistently meet deadlines and support team productivity.
• Stress management skills: stay calm under pressure, meet deadlines, and deliver high-quality work in a fast-paced environment.
• Interpersonal and teamwork skills: build relationships with clients, collaborators, and suppliers, work well with others, communicate effectively, share ideas, and collaborate on projects.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team: work independently and as part of a team to manage time effectively and meet deadlines in both situations.
• Be open to feedback and be able to make revisions to the designs and incorporate feedback in a way that improves the final product.

Tools & Systems

• Microsoft 365 (Outlook, Teams, SharePoint/OneDrive)
• Time tracking: Hubstaff
• Adobe Creative Suite
• Adobe Photoshop
• Adobe InDesign
• Licensor Portals

Why Join?

• Competitive pay in USD.
• 100% remote — work from home or anywhere.
• Flexible time-off.
• Work with an international team.
• Learning opportunities.
• Be a member of an elite group of top talent.