Textile/Print Designer (Contract)
THE COMPANY: BIRDY GREY
Birdy Grey is a direct-to-consumer brand whose mission is to celebrate friendships during one of the most important milestones in a person’s life: their wedding.
Founded in 2017 by best friends Grace Lee (Founder & Chief Creative Officer) and Monica Ashauer (Co-Founder & Chief Strategy Officer), Birdy Grey offers affordable bridesmaid dresses starting at just $89, groomsmen suits starting at $199, plus fun gifts and accessories for everyone in the wedding party. Since day one, we've dressed over 2 million bridesmaids and we're proud to be a trusted resource for brides and grooms on their most cherished day.
THE OPPORTUNITY: Textile/Print Designer
REPORTS TO: Senior Designer
ENGAGEMENT TYPE: Project-Based Contract
LOCATION: US - Remote
Headquartered in Los Angeles, CA with an office in New York, NY, Birdy Grey supports remote work for eligible roles. This is a project-based contract engagement, not a full-time or benefits-eligible role.
Birdy Grey is seeking an experienced Textile & Print Designer for a scoped contract engagement supporting our January activation. The project involves developing 3 production-ready artworks in full repeat, each delivered across approximately 10–15 colorways (30–45 total colorway files). The ideal candidate is technically precise, highly organized, and able to work independently to deliver production-ready files on a tight timeline.
SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITIES
- Develop 3 original print artworks from concept through final production-ready files
- Execute full repeat print development to scale for each artwork, including any engineered or allover repeat structures
- Build 10–15 colorways per artwork (30–45 total colorway files), ensuring palette alignment with seasonal direction
- Prepare RGB files for production handoff with precise color specifications and organized file naming conventions
- Create Jacquard and/or handloom artwork as required, translating design intent into technically accurate weave-ready files for mill partners
- Deliver all files in agreed formats, organized and ready for vendor submission
- Incorporate revision rounds within the scope buffer; flag any requests that fall outside the agreed deliverables
- Communicate proactively with the Senior Designer on timeline, file status, and any technical blockers
THE RIGHT CANDIDATE: QUALIFICATIONS & PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
EDUCATION: Bachelor’s Degree Required
EXPERIENCE / REQUIREMENTS:
- 3–5+ years of experience in textile or print design, with a portfolio demonstrating production-ready work
- Expertise in full repeat print development to scale in Adobe Illustrator and/or Photoshop
- Strong colorway development skills; proven ability to deliver high volumes of colorway files with accuracy and consistency
- Experience preparing RGB production files for mill and vendor handoff
- Experience developing Jacquard and/or handloom artwork, with working knowledge of weave structures
- Solid understanding of printing techniques (digital, screen, rotary) and fabric construction
- Highly organized with meticulous file management practices and attention to detail
- Able to work independently and meet deadlines with minimal oversight
- Clear, proactive communicator — surfaces issues early and comes with solutions
NICE TO HAVES:
- Experience designing for the bridal, wedding, or special occasion market
- Familiarity with overseas manufacturing and mill communication
- Start-up or DTC brand experience
- Genuine passion for bridal and fashion
WHY BIRDY GREY: BENEFITS & PERKS (for eligible Full-Time Employees)
- Competitive Compensation: Based on experience and performance + Annual Performance Bonus
- Healthcare Benefits: 100% employer covered medical dental & vision plans, 50% spouse and dependent medical coverage + access to One Medical + Mental Health Benefits
- Retirement: 401K + up to 4% match after 3 months
- Generous PTO: Flexible Open PTO Policy + 11 paid holidays
- Wellness: A monthly wellness day + monthly wellness stipend + summer Fridays
- Flexibility: Partial remote with a high level of autonomy and accountability
- Employee Discount: Free bridesmaid dresses + 50% discounts on Birdy Grey products
- Family Benefits: 3 months of paid parental leave
- Purpose: Join in the success of a high-growth, 80% women, minority founded, early-stage startup by driving performance and building out new processes
Highlights:
- Birdy Grey is #305 on Inc5000's List of Fastest Growing US Companies 2022
- #22 on BuiltIn’s Best Startups to Work for in LA
- Be part of a company innovating the $75B+ US wedding market (IBISWorld, 2019)
- Join a Women Founded Small Business blazing trails in the Bridal industry
- Birdy Grey is making waves on BuzzFeed, The Knot, Brides, People, Allure, PopSugar, Bustle and more
- Named #5 on LA’s 50 Hottest Startups in 2020 by Pitchbook & Dot.LA
- Customers can participate in Birdy Grey’s giveback program with The Princess Project, a non-profit that provides prom dresses and accessories to teens in need
Additional Information
The Lead Announces the 2021 Foremost 50 List: The Annual Power List of High-Growth D2C Brands
Cult-favorite bridal brand brings $99 bridesmaid dresses to one-day pop-up in Plano
Birdy Grey Instagram - @birdygrey
Birdy Grey is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.
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