Pink Lily is hiring: Graphic Designer - Apparel & Accessories in Nashville

Job Summary

Pink Lily is a women’s retailer looking for a creative, trend-savvy Graphic Designer to develop bold and fashion-relevant graphics for our women’s fast fashion boutique. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of trends, social media-driven aesthetics, and a strong eye for stylish, wearable graphics. You will work closely with the Merchandising team to create statement-making apparel and hat designs that resonate with our customer base.

Key Responsibilities

• Design On-Trend Graphics– Create original prints, patterns, typography, and illustrations for women's apparel (tees, hoodies, RTW, and hats).
• Trend-Driven Creativity– Research and incorporate current fashion, social media aesthetics, and influencer-driven trends.
• Fast-Paced Execution– Work quickly and efficiently to produce graphics in sync with our rapid product drops and monthly collections.
• Collaboration– Work closely with Merchant and Influencer teams to ensure graphics align with brand identity and upcoming campaigns.
• Production-Ready Files– Prepare print-ready designs optimized for screen printing, DTG, embroidery, and other fabric applications.
• Mockups & Presentations– Develop high-quality mockups for internal reviews, e-commerce listings (as needed), and influencer exposure.
• Brand Identity & Typography– Create compelling branding elements, custom typography, and trendy graphic placements for apparel.
• Adapt & Revise Designs– Make quick revisions based on feedback while maintaining design integrity.
• Impeccable Taste– Eye for color with a strong curiosity and the confidence to bring new ideas to the table.

Qualifications & Skills

• Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Fashion or Graphic Design. 2+ years in graphic design for a women’s fashion retailer or boutique brand
• Software Proficiency: Experience with Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere Pro, InDesign) and Photoshop
• Strong Portfolio: Must showcase experience in women’s apparel graphics and pattern designs including screen printing, embroidery, and digital prints.
• Understanding of Production Techniques: Knowledge of fabric printing, embroidery, DTG, and garment limitations.
• Creativity & Speed: Ability to quickly develop original, high-quality designs in a fast-paced retail environment.
• Detail-Oriented: Ability to create pixel-perfect artwork that aligns with manufacturing requirements.
• Team Player: Comfortable collaborating with teams and adapting designs based on feedback.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with women’s graphic tees and sweatshirts.
• Passion for pattern design through illustrations.
• Understanding of social media aesthetics and how graphics translate to online sales.
• Familiarity with e-commerce and digital marketing trends.

Pink Lily offers a complete benefits package including medical, vision, and dental insurance, 401(k) with company match, paid time off, and clothing discounts.

Pink Lily is an Equal Opportunity-Affirmative Action Employer – Minority / Disability / Gender / Identity / Sexual Orientation / Age / Veteran