Graphic Designer, Production
ABOUT INARIA
Stand Together. Stand Apart.™
INARIA designs and manufactures a full-line of soccer and active apparel and offers full finishing, embellishment and unique customization services at its Global headquarters in Toronto.
By providing superior quality, quick turnaround time and true customization, INARIA gives teams the opportunity to choose a uniform that’s reflective of their own identity and stand out in a crowded space.
ABOUT THE POSITION
We are currently recruiting for the role of Graphic Designer, Production. The successful candidate will mainly be focused on assisting and managing tools and services needed for production. This is including but not limited to;
- Preparation of Production-ready art-work (used by suppliers for manufacturing and other embellishment details)
- Creation and management of numbers, logos, other applications cut in-house
- Convert designs into production-ready artwork, including all technical requirements for factory and/or embellisher to execute accurately; including:
- Garment design/construction
- Colour allocation and instructions
- Team logos and embellishments, (appliqué patches, embroidery, screen print, heat seals etc., numbers and lettering)
- Trims and packaging (labels, hangtags, packages) etc…
- Partner with internal team and suppliers as needed to ensure quality execution and to resolve issues and challenges that arise.
- Original and re-drawing of Logo designs for sports teams and their sponsors (Recreating flat drawings into vector artwork)
- Original and re-drawing of creative art for sublimated designs
- Maintain accurate logo and colour library for shared use with other artists/designers
- Assist with sales presentations and other graphic design projects (mainly apparel, line drawings, etc.) as needed
- Demonstrate ability to manage multiple and competing deadlines effectively and work well under pressure.
- As part of a growth business, flexibility and ability to embrace change is required.
- Performs various other duties and responsibilities, as needed
ABOUT YOU
Duties require a Diploma or Degree in Graphic Design, with 2-5 years’ experience.
- Excellent technical skills
- Excellent communication, time management and interpersonal skills
- Proven ability to multi-task productively in fast-paced environment
- Precise attention to detail with ability to see big-picture and work quickly
- Proficient in Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign and Versa Works
- Passion for soccer considered an asset
- Experience in 3d design considered an asset
- Experience in apparel considered an asset
- Creative skills considered an asset
- Experience working with cad cutting and solution machines
Salary will commensurate with experience. Please indicate Salary expectations in your application in an email to info@inariasoccer.com
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- This position is eligible for a cell phone subsidy
- Professional Development funds are available
- INARIA Cash to spend on product every year
- Monthly lunches
- Flex working environment
- Up to 4 percent RRSP contribution is matched by INARIA