Position Overview
Smash Athletics is looking for a skilled Graphic Artist who also excels in customer communication and project coordination. This role combines creative design work with direct customer interaction — helping bring custom athletic apparel concepts to life while ensuring a smooth, professional experience from proof to production.
The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Key Responsibilities Graphic Design & Production
- Create and modify graphics for sublimated jerseys and athletic apparel
- Prepare print-ready files for production (layouts, color setup, sizing, numbering)
- Build mockups and customer proofs quickly and accurately
- Maintain brand standards and consistent artwork quality
- Work closely with production teams to ensure designs translate correctly to fabric
Customer Experience
- Communicate directly with customers regarding artwork, revisions, and approvals
- Interpret customer ideas into clean, manufacturable designs
- Manage proof revisions and ensure deadlines are met
- Provide a professional, positive experience throughout the order process
- Help guide customers on best design practices and garment layout
Qualifications
- Experience with Adobe Illustrator or CorelDraw (required)
- Strong understanding of vector artwork and print production workflows
- Excellent communication and customer service skills
- Ability to multitask and manage multiple orders at once
- Detail-driven with strong organizational habits
- Experience in apparel, screen printing, or sublimation is highly preferred
Preferred Skills (Bonus)
- Knowledge of jersey numbering systems and athletic uniform design
- Understanding of dye sublimation or large-format printing
- Fast proofing and layout skills
- Manufacturing or production environment experience
Work Environment
- Fast-paced apparel manufacturing setting
- Team-oriented culture
- Hands-on collaboration with sales, production, and customers
Compensation & Schedule
- Pay based on experience
- Full-time position
- Growth opportunities within a long-established athletic apparel company
Pay: From $20.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
