[Remote] Illustrator and Designer (apparel)
Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Sam & Colby is seeking a part-time Illustrator and Designer to support their ongoing merchandise development, primarily in apparel. The role involves creating original illustrations and designs, collaborating with a small team, and iterating based on feedback to maintain brand consistency.
Responsibilities
- Produce original illustrations and designs based on provided creative direction and mood/visual references (see examples at the bottom)
- Iterate quickly through 2 - 3 rounds of feedback for each design
- Adapt artwork to various formats and dimensions for merchandise production
- Maintain consistency with the brand aesthetic and the shared style inspiration
- Use Photoshop, Illustrator, or Procreate to generate, refine, and finalize artwork
- Ensure final files meet print-ready requirements
Skills
- Strong illustration skills with a portfolio that clearly aligns with the design styles and inspirations we provide
- Proficiency in Adobe suite (photoshop, illustrator, etc)
- Ability to interpret visual references and match/replicate the tone, mood, and style direction
- Fast iteration speed and comfort working in a collaborative, feedback-heavy environment
- Excellent taste and a strong eye for composition, color, and detail
- Understanding of visual trends among Gen Z and Gen Alpha, especially within the 16–22 y/o female demographic
- Ability to design across multiple merchandise categories (apparel, plush, accessories)
- Portfolio that includes work similar in vibe to the sample inspiration provided
- Portfolio should demonstrate illustration strength
- Portfolio should demonstrate color palette strength
- Portfolio should demonstrate versatility in style
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