Production Artist /Graphic Design

CHAMPRO is a growing branded manufacturer & distributor of team sports equipment and apparel. We are privately owned and have been delivering high-value, traditional & innovative athletic equipment and apparel via outstanding, integrity-driven customer service for thirty-five years. We are currently looking for Production Artists for our Art Department.

The production artist will assist the Production Art Supervisor(s) by learning the ins and outs of the business. Ensure the quality and on-time delivery of customer proofs and production art for all custom, screen printing and cap/embroidery programs. The ideal candidate will possess an upbeat attitude, good listening and communication skills, strong attention to detail and the ability to organize multiple projects at once. Strong skills in Adobe Illustrator are a must to be successful at this position, as well as, having an appreciation of uniform/cap designs and how they can be used to heighten the brand of any sport team.

This role will become hybrid with working 3-days in office and 2-days remotely after training is completed.

• Learning all aspects of dye sublimation apparel manufacturing.
• Understanding color quality standards for all dye sublimated products.
• Understanding garment construction, to create clean and feasible designs on final products
• Learning how to create graphic mock-ups of jersey designs based on customer specifications.
• Create custom vector artwork based on customer specifications.
• Complete all tasks at hand in timely accurate manner.
• Communicate effectively with the members of the Dominican Republic and India based art teams.
• Communicate with various CHAMPRO team members and departments, as well as, customers when needed to resolve graphic issues on custom apparel orders.
• Adapt quickly to a fast-paced, deadline filled, detail orientated environment.
• Other duties as assigned

• Degree in apparel manufacturing, product development, apparel design related field or equal on the job experience
• Proficiency in electronic pattern systems Adobe Illustrator, PLM Systems, Modaris or Accumark, Lectra
• Advanced knowledge of target design specs, POM’s and grading
• Must have technical knowledge of garment construction, fabrics and tech pack
• Microsoft Excel
• Outgoing & positive attitude
• Willingness to adapt to changes within the position
• Strong communication skills, both written and oral
• Ability to work in a PC environment
• Interest and passion for sports a plus!
• Full-time Role
• Overtime pay possible during CHAMPRO busy seasons
• Experience in Athletic team sports a “plus”

To apply, please send your resume along with a link to your online portfolio. No candidates will be accepted without a portfolio.

We are proud to offer eligible associates a full-range of benefits including medical, dental, vision and life insurance, as well as short-term and long-term disability, 401k, Profit Sharing, paid time off, holidays, employee assistance program and reimbursement toward gym membership fees. A collaborative atmosphere working together to exceed our customers’ expectations, as well as, an Equal Opportunity Employer bringing together diverse individuals to develop new and innovative solutions