Senior Designer Mens Graphics

Location: NY 55 Thomas St

Remote Type: Not Remote

Time Type: Full time

Job Description

About the Role

As a Gap Senior Graphic Designer for Men's and International, you will partner with design and merchandising to create refined, culturally informed graphic expressions. This role is grounded in thoughtful research, elevated graphic execution, meticulous production, and the development of compelling presentations, supported by strong cross-functional collaboration.

What You'll Do

• Design on-trend apparel graphics that support Gap’s seasonal narratives and align with divisional design direction.

• Research and interpret seasonal graphic and cultural trends through market, retail, and broader creative exploration; synthesize insights into clear, compelling concept boards for cross-functional teams.

• Execute within seasonal concepts, balancing creative intent with merchant strategies, cost considerations, and customer insights.

• Manage workload independently, demonstrating strong prioritization and attention to detail across multiple workstreams.

• Take ownership of a specialized category within the division, contributing to creative development and presenting work to graphics leadership.

• Develop and maintain graphic presentation boards for key milestone meetings.

• Identify and implement opportunities to streamline workflow and improve process efficiency.

• Introduce newness through thoughtful application of trend insights, graphic techniques, and executional approaches.

• Prepare and maintain production-ready artwork files in alignment with seasonal timelines and production requirements.

• Review production samples to ensure quality, accuracy, and integrity of design execution.

• Present design work to cross-functional partners during product reviews with clarity and confidence.

Who You Are

Key Experience

• BA in Graphic Design or equivalent professional experience.

• 6–10 years of experience in apparel graphics, with a strong portfolio demonstrating concept through production.

• Deep knowledge of graphic production processes, including print techniques and apparel-specific applications.

• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop, with working knowledge of tools such as Miro and Clo.

• Highly developed illustration and hand skills, with the ability to translate concepts into compelling visual executions.

• Strong organizational, time management, and cross-functional communication skills.

• Demonstrated ability to operate with autonomy while contributing to a collaborative team environment.

• Experience contributing to or leading within a category or workstream.

• Working knowledge of budget considerations and cost-conscious design execution.

• Refined sensibility for typography, composition, and image-making.

Qualifications

• Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, creatively driven environment, with the ability to adapt to evolving priorities.

• Demonstrates a thoughtful, solutions-oriented approach to design challenges and problem-solving.

• Open to feedback and collaboration, with a commitment to continuous growth and refinement of craft.

• Strong interpersonal presence, with the ability to communicate ideas clearly and effectively across teams.

• Maintains a high standard of quality and attention to detail across all aspects of work.

• Approaches work with curiosity, initiative, and a strong sense of ownership.