- Experience
- Any
- Salary
- USD 65,000 – USD 129,225 / year
- Openings
- 1
- Posted
- 1 week ago
- Work mode
- In office
- Eligibility
- Candidates with relevant experience in apparel graphic and pattern design, especially those comfortable working in heritage-inspired brand aesthetics, may apply.
- Resume
- Required to apply
Where you'll work
Job description
About Ralph Lauren
Ralph Lauren Corporation is a worldwide premium lifestyle company with a portfolio that spans apparel, accessories, home, fragrances, and hospitality. Over five decades, the brand has built a strong global identity across an expanding mix of products, labels, and markets. Its family of names includes Ralph Lauren, Ralph Lauren Collection, Ralph Lauren Purple Label, Polo Ralph Lauren, Double RL, Lauren Ralph Lauren, Polo Ralph Lauren Children, Chaps, and more.
The company emphasizes a culture of belonging by promoting inclusion, fairness, and the sharing of diverse voices and perspectives. It supports this through Talent, Education & Communication, Employee Groups, and Celebration.
Role Overview
The Brand Creative Designer for RRL will partner with the Brand Creative and Product Design teams on a broad range of seasonal creative work. The role is centered on building pattern and graphic assets for apparel and accessories, while helping deliver polished, production-ready creative across print, packaging, presentations, and digital needs.
Key Responsibilities
- Carry out photo research to help build concept references and seasonal inspiration direction.
- Develop fresh print and pattern concepts that support each season’s creative theme.
- Create graphics for T-shirts, embroidery, prints, appliqués, patches, and branded trims for apparel and accessories.
- Work with the Brand Creative team on packaging, hangtags, labels, and similar collateral.
- Apply color to seasonal 2D Illustrator sketches based on guidance from Product Design or the Creative Director, with an emphasis on print- and pattern-led styles.
- Build conceptual stat layouts for each season.
- Produce artwork ready for manufacturing, including allover and engineered fabric prints, while respecting mill/printer constraints and Ralph Lauren legal standards.
- Verify that all graphic files are prepared for production and coordinate with Product Design on sizing, colorways, and logo/print placement.
- Support Product Design and PMT by reviewing strike-offs and submits and advising on final garment execution.
- Create and organize files in Figma for web design work.
- Help develop imagery for showroom presentations.
- Keep asset libraries well organized so brand history remains accessible and easy to reference.
- Monitor current market trends, techniques, and creative approaches.
- Prepare both printed and digital presentation materials when needed.
- Contribute to special assignments as requested.
Requirements
- Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, especially Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, and XD.
- Working knowledge of Pointcarre or Apex for pattern development.
- Strong hand-drawing and painting ability.
- Good understanding of repeat creation and allover print development.
- Working knowledge of typography.
- Prior experience in apparel graphic design.
- Familiarity with production methods for T-shirts, logos, trims, and related items.
- Strong creative ability, particularly within vintage and heritage-inspired directions.
- Knowledge of RRL’s heritage and visual style is an advantage.
- Clear communication skills and the ability to handle multiple priorities and deadlines.
- Self-driven attitude and a collaborative team mindset.
Compensation
The annual salary range for this role is $65,000 to $129,225.
Additional Information
This is a full-time, onsite position based in New York, NY.