Associate Apparel Graphic Designer

tentree is a lifestyle apparel company based out of Vancouver, Canada that plants ten trees for every item purchased. Our apparel is one of the most sustainable available today and we’re ranked as one of the top apparel brands as recognized by B Corp and Textile Exchange. Since our start in 2012, we have planted over 105 million trees around the world, and we’ve set our sights on planting 1 billion by 2030. By combining social and environmental consciousness with apparel, we empower our customers to have a direct impact on saving the planet through intentional purchasing.

Who are we looking for?

We’re looking for an Associate Apparel Graphic Designer with a focus on SMU (Special Make-Up) and custom orders to join our team! This role is all about crafting unique, on-brand artwork that reflects tentree’s Product DNA while collaborating closely with our Design, Sales, and Production teams, as well as our manufacturing partners. From project hand-off to final approval, you will work closely with tentree’s internal teams (Design, Sales, Production), as well as tentree’s manufacturing partners to create unique and on-brand graphic artwork, multiple CAD option decks, coordinate strike-offs, review samples and approve for bulk production. This role is responsible for creating artwork, CADs, and presentation decks, manipulating graphics, item creation in tentree’s PLM system, and reviewing and commenting on strike-offs and samples on time.

You’ll also jump in to support our mainline Graphic team with artpack creation and other design needs as workload and seasonality allow. If you’re detail-oriented, creative, and thrive in a collaborative environment, we’d love to hear from you!

What will you be doing?

• You will oversee tentree’s SMU development process from start to finish
• You will review SMU requests from the Sales department, with Design direction and guidance from the Design Director, to create corresponding artwork, CADs, and decks
• You will create the artpacks and request strike-offs from external manufacturing partners for all approved and ordered SMU requests
• You will manage style creation and set up, and enter and update information accordingly in PLM
• You will review, comment, and document changes to strike-offs in PLM and in the graphics development tracker
• You will coordinate the review and sign-off of artwork creation, deck creation, final edits, and strike offs of customized artwork with tentree’s Design Director before submitting to Sales
• You will request SMU pre-production samples and provide final approval of the artwork, style, and trim to manufacturing partners before samples to the Sales team
• You will organize workload, adhere to strict timelines, and execute SMU development according to GTM (Go-to-Market) milestones
• You will ensure tentree's brand standards (aesthetic, branding, quality, and sustainability) are clearly communicated and upheld
• You will support the Apparel Graphic team as needed for delivering on key seasonal milestones

Professional Requirements:

• Minimum 3 years of experience creating graphic artwork for apparel applications
• Proficiency with InDesign, Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and similar graphic design tools
• Strong command of MS Office, Google Suite, and standard IM and video conferencing tools
• Prior experience with product life management (PLM) software (preferred)
• Proven ability to revise and manipulate artwork, colors, and apparel CADs/flat sketches
• Strict adherence to deadlines and ability to manage multiple revision requests
• Experience working cross-functionally and externally in diverse cultural environments
• Strong knowledge of developing and applying artwork to apparel
• BA in Graphic Design, Surface Design, or Fashion Design and Technology an asset

Personal Strengths:

• Exceptional organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail (non-negotiable)
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced start-up culture; can adapt quickly and effectively to changing needs and expectation
• Clear and concise written communication skills
• Passionate about sustainability or eager to learn more about it!

• Extended healthcare plan
• Generous paid days off
• Ability to work from home with flexible hours
• Opportunities for training and development
• Employee discounts

A typical hiring range for this position is $58,000-$65,000 CAD per year with the final salary offer based on your qualifications, job-related skills, and relevant experience. In addition, tentree's total rewards offering also includes comprehensive benefits, inclusion in our bonus program, a certified inspiring workplace, and exclusive perks to reward your exceptional performance and contributions.

tentree is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business needs.