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Madhappy

Associate Graphic Designer

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$55K - $70K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

ASSOCIATE GRAPHIC DESIGNER Madhappy is a Los Angeles-based clothing brand made for a community of optimists, born in 2017. Madhappy uses apparel, events, and experimental retail spaces - including ...

Madhappy

Associate Graphic Designer

Los Angeles, CA

$55K - $70K/yr

ASSOCIATE GRAPHIC DESIGNER Madhappy is a Los Angeles-based clothing brand made for a community of optimists, born in 2017. Madhappy uses apparel, events, and experimental retail spaces - including ...

Madhappy

Associate Graphic Designer

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$55K - $70K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

ASSOCIATE GRAPHIC DESIGNER Madhappy is a Los Angeles-based clothing brand made for a community of optimists, born in 2017. Madhappy uses apparel, events, and experimental retail spaces - including ...

ANINE BING

Associate Graphic Designer

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

ANINE BING is looking for a Associate Graphic Designer to join its Creative Team based in Los Angeles. This role is responsible for supporting the development of compelling graphic design assets ...

ANINE BING

Associate Graphic Designer

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • PTO

ANINE BING is looking for a Associate Graphic Designer to join its Creative Team based in Los Angeles. This role is responsible for supporting the development of compelling graphic design assets ...

ANINE BING

Associate Graphic Designer

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • PTO

ANINE BING is looking for a Associate Graphic Designer to join its Creative Team based in Los Angeles. This role is responsible for supporting the development of compelling graphic design assets ...

Revelyst

Sr. Graphic Designer

Irvine, CA · On-site

$85K - $95K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

This role is responsible for leading and executing creative design projects, mentoring Jr. and Associate level Graphic designers, and collaborating with various stakeholders to develop visually ...

Revelyst

Sr. Graphic Designer

Irvine, CA · On-site

$85K - $95K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

This role is responsible for leading and executing creative design projects, mentoring Jr. and Associate level Graphic designers, and collaborating with various stakeholders to develop visually ...

BendPak Inc

Graphic Designer

Agoura Hills, CA · On-site

$25 - $30/hr

Associate's degree in Graphic Design, Marketing, Communications, or related field required, Bachelor's degree preferred. * At least 2-4 years of professional or educational experience in graphic ...

Digital Remedy

Multimedia Graphic Designer

Santa Monica, CA

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

We're seeking a Multimedia Graphic Designer to work closely with the Associate Creative Director and Editorial Teams to create compelling creative for Sinclair's growing collection of brands and ...

Private Apparel Company

Be Seen First

Graphic Designer

Torrance, CA · On-site

$70K - $80K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Associate or bachelor's degree in graphic design and/or 5 to 8 years experience working in-house, agency related or freelance. * 2 to 5 years experience in the apparel industry a plus. * Strong ...

cabi, LLC

Graphic Designer

Los Angeles, CA

Qualifications Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communications, or related field preferred; equivalent experience considered. 2-4 years of graphic design experience, ideally ...

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cabi, LLC

Graphic Designer

Long Beach, CA · On-site

Qualifications Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communications, or related field preferred; equivalent experience considered. 2-4 years of graphic design experience, ideally ...

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cabi, LLC

Graphic Designer

Huntington Beach, CA

Qualifications Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communications, or related field preferred; equivalent experience considered. 2-4 years of graphic design experience, ideally ...

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Associate Graphic Designer

Madhappy

Los Angeles, CA • On-site

$55K - $70K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 21 days ago

Job description

ASSOCIATE GRAPHIC DESIGNER
Madhappy is a Los Angeles-based clothing brand made for a community of optimists, born in 2017. Madhappy uses apparel, events, and experimental retail spaces - including its permanent flagship in West Hollywood - to explore a personal expression as a means to an improved state of mind. Its own seasonal stores - with past and present locations including New York City (Soho), Aspen, Miami, East Hampton, and Tokyo - are each designed to reflect their site, while still sharing the brand's DNA. The brand currently produces a selection of ever-evolving, evergreen classic styles, seasonally available collections and collaborations. Madhappy supports research and awareness in mental health through The Madhappy Foundation (a 501c(3) non-profit) and writes Local Optimist, a print magazine. Each to celebrate us as works-in-progress, and the personal and collective expression that is a part of that.
About the job
We are looking to hire a full-time Associate Graphic Designer for Madhappy.
In this position, you will be responsible for creating graphics at a high level with consistency across brand values, project briefs, and collaborators. You will be working on multiple projects in the Madhappy pipeline. This role will report directly to our Art Director.
You must be based in or willing to move to Los Angeles to be considered for this position.
Responsibilities
  • Create apparel and accessories graphics from conception through final vendor-ready art
  • Collaborate with Design to develop and execute seasonal deliverables
  • Interpret trend boards and design direction in order to develop graphics and textiles for all divisions
  • Partner with Designers to ensure a cohesive collection for each season
  • Prepare print-ready artwork for vendors
  • Create repeat patterns and prints
  • Create detailed techpacks with specs and techniques for each artwork
  • Assess and troubleshoot prototypes
  • Maintain project libraries and organize graphics by season and concept

About you
Qualifications
  • 3+ years of relevant graphic design experience
  • Exceptional Illustrator & Photoshop Skills
  • Knowledge of the consumer. Commercial awareness
  • Experience working on a fast paced, small team is a plus
  • Proven concepting, research, and creative skills (preferably shown through a portfolio)

Characteristics
  • Cross-functional understanding with an ability to communicate with functional experts in Design and Product Development
  • Strong communication skills
  • Displayed passion for graphic design and product
  • Attention to detail
  • Extremely organized
  • Ability to work on multiple projects while meeting deadlines
  • Ability to work independently and also to be a team player

Benefits
  • 15 days PTO, and 9 days sick pay annually
  • Paid holidays
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance with 75% premium coverage by Madhappy
  • Retirement plans available
  • $600 quarterly health stipends
  • Employee discount and early access to products

$55,000 - $70,000 a year
About Madhappy
Madhappy is a clothing brand for a community of optimists. Born in Los Angeles, 2017, the brand has built itself around an optimistic ideology, expressed through apparel, events, and experimental retail spaces around the world. Madhappy writes Local Optimist magazine, supports research and awareness in mental health through Madhappy Foundation.
About Local Optimist
Local Optimist is a space for radical discovery and connection. By focusing on open conversations and mindful exploration, we orient people with reliable, optimistic resources - available at any moment.
About The Madhappy Foundation
The Madhappy Foundation™ is non-profit organization, 501(c)(3) with a mission to improve mental health globally. Through The Madhappy Foundation™, 1% of proceeds from every sale benefit our efforts to raise awareness, fund research, and positively impact the mental health movement.
Learn more here.
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