Apparel Graphic Designer / T-shirt Designer

About the Role

We are looking for a creative and detail-oriented Apparel Graphic Designer / T-shirt Designer to join our team on a part-time basis. The role involves conceptualising and developing original graphic designs for T-shirts and apparel, with a strong focus on contemporary streetwear aesthetics, visual storytelling and creative expression. The ideal candidate should have a strong understanding of typography, illustrations, graphic composition and apparel design. We are looking for someone who can independently research trends, explore different creative directions and translate ideas into distinctive, commercially viable designs. The designer should be comfortable working across different visual styles, including bold statements, minimal graphics, artistic expressions and contemporary trend-led concepts, while maintaining originality and quality.

Key Responsibilities

• Conceptualise and develop original T-shirt and apparel graphic designs.
• Create graphics using typography, illustrations, symbols and other visual elements.
• Independently research streetwear trends, contemporary fashion aesthetics and emerging design directions.
• Explore and present creative concepts rather than relying solely on assigned references.
• Develop designs that balance originality, visual appeal, individuality and everyday wearability.
• Prepare production-ready artwork suitable for DTF and screen printing.
• Create apparel mockups to demonstrate graphic placement and presentation.
• Develop design variations where required.
• Incorporate feedback and refine concepts through revisions.
• Maintain organised, editable source files and final production assets.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Adobe Photoshop.
• Strong understanding of typography, colour theory, composition and visual hierarchy.
• Ability to create original illustrations, graphics and T-shirt artwork.
• Understanding of contemporary streetwear aesthetics and youth fashion trends.
• Knowledge of apparel graphic placement, proportions and print requirements.
• Familiarity with DTF and screen-printing processes.
• Ability to prepare high-quality, print-ready design files.
• Creative thinking, attention to detail and ability to work independently.

Qualifications

• Portfolio showcasing original T-shirt designs, apparel graphics or relevant creative projects.
• Experience working with fashion, apparel or streetwear brands.
• Knowledge of Procreate or other digital illustration tools.
• Relevant education or training in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, Fashion Design or a related field.
• Freshers with strong portfolios and creative potential are encouraged to apply.

Engagement & Compensation

• Engagement type: Freelance / Part-time.
• Work mode: Remote.
• Initial engagement duration: 3 months.
• Compensation: A limited initial budget, mutually agreed upon based on the candidate's experience, project scope and deliverables.
• Performance will be reviewed at the end of the initial three-month period for potential continuation with revised compensation terms.