Merchandise Graphic Designer- Part Time
Job Description
The Knoxville Ice Bears are seeking a creative and detail-oriented Merchandise Graphic Designer to help bring our brand to life through unique, fan-focused apparel and retail products. We are looking for someone to work 10-15 hours per week. This role is responsible for designing merchandise collections, promotional items, and specialty products that capture the energy of Ice Bears hockey and connect with our passionate fan base. The ideal candidate combines strong graphic design skills with an understanding of apparel decoration, current merchandise trends, and sports branding. If you're passionate about creating products that fans are excited to wear and collect, we'd love to hear from you.
What You'll Do
Design graphics for t-shirts, hoodies, hats, accessories, and help plan future product categories
Help brainstorm graphic concepts, slogans, phrases, and collection ideas
Create artwork that aligns with our mission while feeling elevated, relevant, and wearable
Stay on top of design, fashion, and cultural trends
Collaborate closely with our team on upcoming launches and campaigns
Prepare production-ready files for print
Photograph all new products
Bonus Skills
Ecommerce or direct-to-consumer brand experience
Illustration skills
Creative direction, branding, or photography experience
Product development or merchandising experience
Ability to help plan seasonal collections, silhouettes, color palettes, and product assortments in addition to graphic design
What We're Looking For
Strong portfolio of apparel graphics, branding, or consumer products
Must be familiar with Adobe Cloud Suite
Excellent typography and layout skills
Ability to create simple, memorable designs with strong commercial appeal
A self-starter who enjoys contributing ideas, not just executing instructions
Please submit the following:
Your portfolio
Examples of apparel graphics you've designed
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, ****** orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.
