Product Graphic Designer

Company: Rawlings Sporting Goods Company Inc
Location: Thousand Oaks
Posted on: February 19, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Job Title: Product Graphic Designer Department: R&D Location: Thousand Oaks, California Reports to: Product Design Manager FLSA Status: Exempt General Overview: The Graphic Designer plays a critical role in the product development process, from early concept ideation through production-ready execution. This position will create designs that don’t just perform on the field but stand out visually and influence the direction of the category with an emphasis on originality, craft, and visual impact. The Graphic Designer will define what the brands look like to the customer, to the retailer and to anyone else who is exposed to the brands and works closely with the Rawlings and Easton design & product teams. A strong candidate for this position will have strong illustration and typography skills to help define the visual identity of our baseball bats and related products. This role is ideal for a designer who draws inspiration from sports, culture, art, and fashion-and knows how to translate that influence into bold, modern product graphics. Duties & Responsibilities: Create original, illustration-driven graphic concepts for baseball bats and related products Produce digitally illustrated artwork, patterns, typography and visual elements Translate artistic concepts into clean, production ready designs Develop detailed tech packs, including artwork specifications, color and finishes Ensure feasibility of concepts, meeting product cost targets and project timelines Collaborate cross-functionally with product, engineering, and marketing teams Research and apply graphic and color trends from art, culture, fashion, and sports to inform fresh, relevant designs Manage multiple projects while meeting deadlines in a fast-paced creative environment Iterate on designs based on feedback while maintaining strong artistic point of view Present new concepts and ideas to teammates in Development, Design, and Marketing Encourage innovation on current projects as well as introduce ideas for future products Participate in validation studies and drive consumer connection Develop and nurture a portfolio of advance concept designs Create and render photorealistic images for presentations, catalog and website Problem solves design & manufacturing issues Work in tandem with the product team to help clarify objectives with vendors Basic understanding of Branding and Print All other duties as assigned. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required: Approximately 3 years of professional graphic design experience, with a strong emphasis on illustration and artwork creation A portfolio that clearly demonstrates original illustration, drawing ability, and artistic range, ideally applied to products Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Art, Industrial Design, or related field preferred Strong understanding of color, typography, and composition Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, especially Illustrator Keyshot experience preferred Ability to create clear and well composed tech-packs Must be detail orientated with the ability to meet deadlines Proven ability to effectively manage time and work on multiple projects Strong verbal and written communication skills Must live within a commutable distance to the office and be available for on-site collaboration as needed Bonus Points: Experience illustrating for physical products, sporting goods, or lifestyle brands Strong sketching or hand drawing skills Personal interest in baseball, action sports, or streetwear culture Why You’ll Love It Here: Opportunity to design industry leading products seen and used by athletes and consumers Creative freedom to push artistic boundaries within a performance- driven category A collaborative, culture-focused environment that values originality and innovation Hybrid work environment Working Conditions: General office working conditions some domestic and international travel. Travel internationally 2-4 weeks or as needed and/or required by essential job functions. This job description does not list all the duties of the job. Position may be required to perform other duties as needed.

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