Senior Graphic Designer

This position is designated as a hybrid role based out of our showroom in Seattle, Washington. The current expectation is for employees to work onsite four days per week, subject to change based on business needs. This in-office requirement may be adjusted at the discretion of the company.

A second preferred location would be based out of our Corporate headquarters near Portland, Oregon.

ABOUT THE POSITION 

As a Senior Graphic Design at Columbia Sportswear, you will shape the visual identity and storytelling that connects our outdoor apparel and footwear with consumers through our wholesale partners. They collaborate with marketing, product, and digital teams to create compelling content that highlights Columbia’s commitment to performance, sustainability, and authentic outdoor experiences.

HOW YOU’LL MAKE A DIFFERENCE

• Provide creative direction for product campaigns, seasonal collections, digital content, and integrated marketing initiatives

• Translate product innovation and technologies into clear, emotionally resonant consumer benefits

• Develop high‑quality creative assets while maintaining brand consistency

• Manage multiple projects simultaneously with strong collaboration

• Partner cross‑functionally to align creative strategies with business objectives and audience insights 

• Will own the creative story telling, digital creative execution and brand customizations for our Wholesale partners

• Assists in the coordination of information to ensure ongoing collaboration and program execution.

• Support and leads in process optimization and seek out efficiencies.

YOU ARE 

• Passionate about production work with strong design sensibilities.

• Proactive and take initiative.

• Able to react in a dynamic, creative environment.

YOU HAVE 

• Bachelor’s degree, applicable certification or equivalent experience specializing in graphic design, or related field.

• 5-8 years’ experience of professional experience in related position.

• Must have 5-8 years experience as a Graphics Designer working with Macintosh based graphic art programs in progressively responsible roles.

• Ability to craft brand relevant copy.

• Experience presenting concepts to executive level management.

• Experience in Lifestyle/outdoor photography, video direction, motion graphics

• Sustainable design and materials storytelling experience.

• Excellent presentation skills and the ability to articulate creative concepts to stakeholders

• Familiarity with AI tools, digital platforms, social media creative, and e‑commerce visuals.

• Exposure to the outdoor and/or fashion industry preferred.

• Able to prioritize, multi-task, and handle pressure in a fast-paced team environment.

• Able to adhere to a high standard of quality while meeting deadlines.

• High proficiency with the Adobe Suite, especially Illustrator, Photoshop and InDesign. Proficient in Microsoft Office products.

• Must possess good interpersonal and communication skills as this role may interface with several cross-functional teams.

• Assists in the coordination of information to ensure ongoing collaboration and program execution. 

• Ability to self-manage and operate independently and with discretion. Ability to work effectively under pressure.

• PORTFOLIO LINK OR WORK SAMPLES INCLUDED IN RESUME OR APPLICATION REQUIRED.

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This job description is not meant to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities, but constitutes a general definition of the position's scope and function in the company. 

Columbia Sportswear Company is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Columbia Sportswear is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12.pdf. If you need reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please notify your recruiter. Salary Range: $88,940 - $148,740 *Pay decisions are determined by multiple factors, including what the market is paying, a candidate’s capabilities and skills, years of experience, and internal equity. At Columbia Sportswear Company, we’re proud to offer regular full-time employees a benefits package that includes a variety of services and products to help make your life and work more rewarding. Our benefit programs contribute to overall employee well-being by aligning those programs with the fundamental elements of well-being: physical, social/emotional, financial, career and community. Benefits that can protect your family’s financial future and help you save money through our 401k plan plus a generous company match. Columbia offers medical, dental, vision, life Insurance, disability, flexible spending accounts, health savings account, and an assortment of voluntary benefit offerings (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and legal services). In addition, Columbia offers EAP + which is free and confidential 24/7/365 counseling services. We have extensive wellness benefits, employee discounts and a generous time off program available. If you need an accommodation/adjustment to successfully complete and submit your application, please reach out to AskHR@columbia.com with the Subject: Applicant Assistance Requested.