Offer summary

Qualifications:

5+ years of professional graphic design experience, preferably in the printing and apparel industry., Proficiency in design software including VersaWorks, Flexi, Fiery, and Adobe Creative Cloud., Strong portfolio showcasing print, illustrative, and web design work., Familiarity with American West Coast design culture and trends..

Key responsibilities:

Design and prepare high-quality print-ready graphics for various promotional materials.

Utilize design software for layout, editing, and print setup while ensuring accurate file specifications.

Collaborate with internal teams or clients to understand design needs and deliver brand-aligned concepts.

Manage multiple design projects with attention to detail and timely delivery, while staying updated on current design trends.

Job description

Horizon Tech is seeking an artistically talented and experienced Graphic Designer and Illustrator with a solid background in the printing and apparel industry, with web design, animation and illustration skills. The ideal candidate should have hands-on experience with printing RIPs, VersaWorks, Flexi and Fiery design software, along with a strong understanding of American West Coast design culture and trends. This role involves creating high-quality, print-ready / web-ready designs, illustrations, animations and collaborating closely with teams to deliver visually compelling and technically accurate artwork.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Design and prepare high-quality print-ready graphics for banners, signage, promotional materials, marketing collateral, brochures, booklets, flyers, business cards, stickers, menus, etc.
For Print: Utilize VersaWorks, Flexi and Fiery software for layout, editing, and print setup
Work closely with internal teams or clients to understand design needs and deliver brand-aligned concepts
Ensure accurate file setup, color matching, and design specifications for printing
Manage multiple design projects with attention to detail and timely delivery
Stay updated on current design trends, particularly those relevant to West Coast markets and Urban Aesthetics.
For Animation: Utilize Adobe Dimension, Maxon Cinema 4D, Adobe After Effects and Procreate Dreams to breathe life into static graphics
For Website: Utilize WordPress and Shopify platforms to update and edit the current websites.

REQUIREMENTS:

5+ years of professional graphic design experience, preferably within the printing industry and apparel industry
Proficiency in VersaWorks, Flexi and Fiery RIP software
Strong portfolio of print-related, illustrative and web design work
Solid knowledge of layout, color theory, typography, and digital file preparation
Strong communication skills and the ability to work independently
Familiarity with American West Coast design sensibilities and visual culture
Understanding of how to communicate to the skateboard, surf, independent music, street art, graffiti art and urban communities.
Catalogue design experience
Novice Shopify experience
Apparel technical packet design experience
Pattern design
Knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud Software, InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects, Dimension, Acrobat
Knowlegde of Cinema 4D / Blender

OTHER DETAILS:

Job Timings: The Night shift follows the US-EST Time Zone.
Office Location: Shahrah-e-Faisal, Karachi
Remote Working: In the case of remote, a separate workspace and the required gadgets (Laptop-Core i5, 6th generation minimum, noise-cancelling headphones, webcam, power backup) will be arranged by the candidate.

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