Print Designer

Client Overview

American lifestyle brand founded in 1974, known for its durable, lightweight, and functional casual nylon bags and accessories.

Our client is seeking a Designer, Print & Color to partner with design team on print and color development for the brand across global collections, collaborations, wholesale and off-price programs.

• Own all print and color development for the NY office across global collections, collaborations, wholesale, and off-price programs
• Partner closely with the Creative Director, Merchandising, Design, Product Development, and Japan-based teams to ensure global alignment
• Ensure all print and color execution aligns with brand DNA, seasonal creative direction, and commercial goals
• Research trends and create seasonal reports focused on print, color, and materials
• Build and present seasonal print briefs
• Manage print development across in-house design, external studios, and freelancers, including timelines and deliverables
• Develop original prints across a range of styles and techniques
• Prepare print and color files for production and review all strike-offs and lab dips for accuracy and quality
• Lead print and color development for off-price programs
• Provide Merchandising with clear print descriptions for line reviews and market presentations
• Partner with Creative and Merchandising to develop seasonal color palettes
• Manage color development, lab dips, and archive alignment to minimize overdevelopment
• Supply Product Development with complete color BOM information
• Create color CADs and seasonal print and color swatch decks as needed to support sales, marketing, and internal teams

• 3–5 years of experience in print and/or color design, preferably within accessories, handbags, or lifestyle brands
• Experience working in a global brand environment with cross-functional and international partners
• Strong understanding of print production, strike-offs, lab dips, and color matching across multiple materials
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop essential)
• Strong organizational and communication skills; able to manage multiple work streams simultaneously
• Highly collaborative, detail-oriented, and deadline-driven
• Aesthetic sensibility aligned with accessible luxury, lifestyle, and fashion-forward brands