Job Description

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Job Title: Uniform Designer

Reports To: Custom Product Manager

Location: Braselton, GA (on-site)

Direct Reports: No

About Mizuno

Mizuno USA’s roots trace back to its parent company, Mizuno Corporation. Mizuno Corporation was established in Osaka, Japan in 1906 by Rihachi Mizuno. Today, Mizuno USA is located in Peachtree Corners, GA and continues to manufacture and distribute high quality golf, baseball, softball, Team Sports, track & field, and volleyball equipment, along with apparel and footwear.

Since our founding, we have taken special pride and pleasure in being able to participate in the exciting world of sports and providing sports equipment of the highest quality. Each and every one of us is guided by the ideal of true sportsmanship. That was true over 100 years ago and is still true today. It is evident in our corporate philosophy which, simply stated, is "Contributing to society through the advancement of sporting goods and the promotion of sports."

Are you a competitor driven by overcoming extraordinary challenges? Are you motivated by being a critical team member? Do you aspire to join a brand that makes a difference in the communities we serve? Mizuno USA is seeking top performers like you carry on the legacy of one of the world’s most iconic sporting goods brands.

Every Mizuno USA teammate is a champion of our Mission and commitment to one another and athletes everywhere as they strive for ultimate achievement at every level of competition. Let us know if you're game-ready!

Summary

The Uniform Designer (UD) creates, develops, and produces artwork files for custom sports uniforms and teamwear that is suitable for DTF (direct to film), heat transfers, and embroidery applications. The UD collaborates with internal and external customers to understand design needs, provide design templates, and satisfy custom product order requirements.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The Uniform Designer will perform specific tasks like the following:

• Produce and develop designs for custom sports uniforms, incorporating team logos, colors, and branding
• Develop artwork for use with DTF printing, heat transfer, and embroidery techniques
• Prepare digital artwork and production files using Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, CorelDRAW, or similar software as it relates to DTF printing and sublimation
• Collaborate with sales, customers, and consumers to understand their custom design requirements and provide design mock-ups
• Ensure design quality and consistency across all production processes
• Collaborate with the production team to troubleshoot any design or printing issues
• Maintain current knowledge of industry trends, new materials, and printing technologies
• Manage multiple projects with tight deadlines while maintaining high-quality output
• Aid in operating and maintaining print, heat press, and embroidery equipment as needed

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Graphic Design or closely related field required; an appropriate combination of post-secondary education and experience may be substituted
• Prior work experience as a graphic designer or production artist is required
• Background as a sportswear designer, graphic designer, or similar role in the apparel industry is preferred
• Knowledge of graphic design software (Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, CorelDRAW, etc.).
• Ability to create digital mock-ups and production-ready files
• Ability to learn the process for DTF printing, heat transfer application, and embroidery techniques; prior experience is a plus
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication skills for client interactions and team collaboration

Physical Demands/Essential Functions

• Some physical lifting and movement throughout the day between work station and machines
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer in an open office environment
• Prolonged periods of standing at a work station, embroidery machine, or DTF printer.
• Visual acuity required for evaluating artwork/designs
• Occasional operation and maintenance of equipment and machinery, requires mild physical exertion and fine motor skills

Whenever possible, Mizuno USA, Inc. strives to promote from within if the skills and necessary qualifications meet the requirements for the position. Internal and external candidates will be considered for the position and the best candidate will be hired.

Mizuno USA, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on their race, gender, disability, veteran status or other protected classification.

EOE M/F/D/V

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