Apparel Graphic Designer

Graphic Designer 2 – (17507-1) Employment Type: Freelance Overview We are seeking a proactive, detail-oriented Graphic Designer to support a fast-paced apparel and consumer products design organization. This freelance opportunity focuses on production-ready graphic design work across multiple product categories, partnering closely with creative, development, and production teams. Location & Schedule Hybrid schedule based in the Portland, Oregon area Onsite collaboration required during the week, with remote flexibility on Fridays Local candidates are preferred; relocation assistance is not available Contract Details Approximately three months in duration Backfill opportunity supporting an established design team Responsibilities Create, update, and maintain apparel, trim, and screenprint schematics. Produce accurate, production-ready artwork for apparel and related product lines. Support design production across multiple seasonal and product-focused initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional partners to ensure artwork meets technical, creative, and production requirements. Organize files, manage multiple deliverables, and maintain strong version-control practices. Identify team needs proactively and provide reliable day-to-day production design support. Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience in graphic design, visual communication, or a related field. Advanced proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Adobe Creative Suite. Experience developing apparel, trim, and screenprint schematics. Background in graphic design with direct apparel design or production experience. Strong attention to detail, organization, and ability to manage competing priorities. Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with a broader creative team. A portfolio demonstrating relevant apparel, production, and graphic design work is required. Preferred Qualifications Experience with 3D apparel design software, such as CLO. Experience supporting high-volume consumer product, apparel, or retail design teams. Submission Notes Please do not submit candidates previously considered and declined for requisition 13787.