About Us:
Comfrt is one of the fastest-growing direct-to-consumer brands, dedicated to blending mental wellness, inclusivity, and elevated comfort into every piece we create. Our mission goes beyond clothing - we strive to build a community where everyone feels supported and seen.
About the Job:
We're looking for a talented CAD & Graphic Designer to bring the Comfrt vision to life through print, pattern, and graphic design. Will play a key role in developing seasonal collections, translating our brand handwriting into compelling prints and graphics across apparel, home and accessories categories.
Responsibilities:
- Design unique prints and patterns that align with the Comfrt aesthetic
- Develop graphic concepts across a range of apparel categories, including Logo, License and Non Logo content.
- Develop product packaging
- Collaborate with the design and production teams to brainstorm and develop new ideas
- Identify and interpret relevant fashion and market trends through research and social listening
- Maintain a strong understanding of the Comfrt brand aesthetic, customer, and market trends, with a sharp eye for color, print, pattern, and graphic direction relevant to the category.
- Conduct ongoing trend research across fashion, graphics, home, retail, and cultural spaces to help drive new print, pattern, and packaging concepts.
- Develop original graphics, prints, and repeat patterns while understanding how artwork translates across various product categories, materials, and fabrications.
- Partner with factories and cross-functional teams to provide clear artwork direction and ensure graphic execution, print quality, scale, placement, and application methods are commercially viable and aligned with design intent.
- Communicate directly with vendors, provide timely strike-off comments, and ensure artwork executes accurately
- Maintain organized digital files and archives of all designs
- Present artwork and communicate creative vision to cross-functional partners and senior leadership
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Illustration, or a related field - or equivalent experience
- 10+ years of experience in graphic and/or CAD design, preferably within apparel or a global retailer
- Proficiency in Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign
- Strong eye for color, composition, typography, and concept development
- Possess a strong understanding of graphic and print application techniques across different fabric types, including limitations and opportunities within garment wash, dye, print, embroidery, and specialty applications.
- Understand factory production capabilities and application methods to proactively problem-solve during development and support efficient execution from concept through production.
- Versatile artwork range, with the ability to execute across a broad spectrum of design styles - from elaborate plaids, camo, watercolor, and scenic illustrations to simple dots, stripes, and clean graphics
- Highly organized with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines simultaneously.
- Ability to work autonomously, take ownership of projects, and effectively manage workload with minimal oversight in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong time management and prioritization skills with the ability to adapt quickly to shifting business needs and timelines.
- Proven ability to multitask across graphic design, print development, packaging, trend research, and cross-functional collaboration while maintaining high quality execution.
- A collaborative, positive team player who is open to feedback and thrives with cross-functional partners
- Strong presentation and communication skills
Portfolio Required - Please include a portfolio with your application showcasing your design range, color work, and concept development.
Why Join Comfrt?
- Be part of a purpose-driven company that’s shaping the future of comfort and mental wellness.
- Work in a supportive, creative environment where your ideas and growth are valued.
- Enjoy Comfrt benefits such as generous paid time off, company-covered health insurance, 5% 401k match, and discounts on all Comfrt products!
- Join a passionate team making an impact on exciting projects, all while enjoying the flexibility and collaborative support of a fully remote environment.
Comfrt is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills.