CAD & Graphic Designer

<p><strong>About Us:</strong><br>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.&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>About the Job:&nbsp;</strong></p> <p>We're looking for a talented CAD &amp; 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.</p> <p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Design unique prints and patterns that align with the Comfrt aesthetic</li> <li>Develop graphic concepts across a range of apparel categories, including Logo, License and Non Logo content.</li> <li>Develop product packaging&nbsp;</li> <li>Collaborate with the design and production teams to brainstorm and develop new ideas</li> <li>Identify and interpret relevant fashion and market trends through research and social listening</li> <li>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.</li> <li>Conduct ongoing trend research across fashion, graphics, home, retail, and cultural spaces to help drive new print, pattern, and packaging concepts.</li> <li>Develop original graphics, prints, and repeat patterns while understanding how artwork translates across various product categories, materials, and fabrications.</li> <li>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.</li> <li>Communicate directly with vendors, provide timely strike-off comments, and ensure artwork executes accurately</li> <li>Maintain organized digital files and archives of all designs</li> <li>Present artwork and communicate creative vision to cross-functional partners and senior leadership</li> </ul> <p><strong>Requirements:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Illustration, or a related field — or equivalent experience</li> <li>10+ years of experience in graphic and/or CAD design, preferably within apparel or a global retailer</li> <li>Proficiency in Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign</li> <li>Strong eye for color, composition, typography, and concept development</li> <li>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.</li> <li>Understand factory production capabilities and application methods to proactively problem-solve during development and support efficient execution from concept through production.</li> <li>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</li> <li>Highly organized with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines simultaneously.</li> <li>Ability to work autonomously, take ownership of projects, and effectively manage workload with minimal oversight in a fast-paced environment.</li> <li>Strong time management and prioritization skills with the ability to adapt quickly to shifting business needs and timelines.</li> <li>Proven ability to multitask across graphic design, print development, packaging, trend research, and cross-functional collaboration while maintaining high quality execution.</li> <li>A collaborative, positive team player who is open to feedback and thrives with cross-functional partners</li> <li>Strong presentation and communication skills</li> </ul> <div> <p><strong>Portfolio Required — Please include a portfolio with your application showcasing your design range, color work, and concept development.</strong></p> </div> <p><strong>Why Join Comfrt?</strong></p> <ul> <li>Be part of a purpose-driven company that’s shaping the future of comfort and mental wellness.</li> <li>Work in a supportive, creative environment where your ideas and growth are valued.</li> <li>Enjoy Comfrt benefits such as generous paid time off, company-covered health insurance, 5% 401k match, and discounts on all Comfrt products!&nbsp;</li> <li>Join a passionate team making an impact on exciting projects, all while enjoying the flexibility and collaborative support of a fully remote environment.</li> </ul> <p><em>Comfrt is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills.</em></p>