FREELANCE ASSISTANT GRAPHIC DESIGNER
Madhappy is a Los Angeles-based clothing brand made for a community of optimists born in 2017. Madhappy uses apparel events and experimental retail spaces including its permanent flagship in West Hollywood to explore a personal expression as a means to an improved state of mind. Its own seasonal stores with past and present locations including New York City (Soho) Aspen Miami East Hampton and Tokyo are each designed to reflect their site while still sharing the brands DNA. The brand currently produces a selection of ever-evolving evergreen classic styles seasonally available collections and collaborations. Madhappy supports research and awareness in mental health through The Madhappy Foundation (a 501c(3) non-profit) and writes Local Optimist a print magazine. Each to celebrate us as works-in-progress and the personal and collective expression that is a part of that.
About the job
We are looking to hire a Freelance Associate Graphic Designer for Madhappy.
In this position you will be responsible for creating graphics at a high level with consistency across brand values project briefs and collaborators. You will be working on multiple projects in the Madhappy pipeline. This role will report directly to our Art Director.
You must be based in or willing to move to Los Angeles to be considered for this position.
Responsibilities
Collaborate with Apparel Design and Graphic Design teams to develop and execute seasonal deliverables
Collaborate with Graphic Designers to create apparel and accessory graphic tech packs
Partner with Designers to ensure a cohesive collection for each season
Prepare print-ready artwork for vendors
Create repeat patterns and prints
Create detailed techpacks with specs and techniques for each artwork
Assess and troubleshoot prototypes
Maintain project libraries and organize graphics by season and concept
About you
Qualifications
3 years of relevant graphic design experience
Exceptional Illustrator & Photoshop Skills
Technical Knowledge in executing graphics on apparel
Knowledge of the consumer
Commercial awareness
Experience working on a fast paced small team is a plus
Proven concepting research and creative skills (preferably shown through a portfolio)
Characteristics
Cross-functional understanding with an ability to communicate with functional experts in Design and Product Development
Strong communication skills
Displayed passion for graphic design and apparel
Attention to detail
Extremely organized
Ability to work on multiple projects while meeting deadlines
Ability to work independently and also to be a team player
About Madhappy
Learn more about our initiatives including Local Optimist & The Madhappy Foundation below and via and @Madhappy.
About Local Optimist
Local Optimist is a space for radical discovery and connection. By focusing on open conversations and mindful exploration we orient people with reliable optimistic resources available at any moment.
About The Madhappy Foundation
The Madhappy Foundation is non-profit organization 501(c)(3) with a mission to improve mental health globally. Through The Madhappy Foundation 1% of proceeds from every sale benefit our efforts to raise awareness fund research and positively impact the mental health movement.