Associate Designer, Paper Goods & Gifting

Company Description 

Unity. Loyalty. Advancement. Charity. It’s what drives United Legwear & Apparel Co. to be the best global designer, manufacturer, and distributor of legwear, bodywear, apparel, and accessories. Founded in 1998 by Isaac E. Ash to make the very best legwear on the market, ULAC is an industry leader offering a full range of products for babies, kids, teens, and adults. We strive to sell our products at affordable prices for families. Hard work and exponential growth year on year has transformed ULAC into a global apparel and accessories company. 

Our goal to deliver superior products that ensure superior customer satisfaction is made possible by our team of dedicated professionals who work together to make the company the best in business. Our manufacturing, distribution, and logistics division produces the highest quality products at the best possible prices without cutting corners. Integrity of goods is key, so compliance and quality assurance are top priorities, along with meeting every delivery date—whether shipping across the state or around the world.  

We strive to foster an inclusive company culture that stands united to accomplish our mission. We are loyal to our people, supporting their development and ability to achieve excellence. We believe that when people bring their personal best to work each day, it leads to success, advancement, and upward mobility for all. We believe every individual has two hands: one to help themself, and one to help others. We pride ourselves in our value of charity and the commitments we make to help people in need. ULAC supports organizations that help those compromised by sickness, poverty, natural disasters, socioeconomic inequality, and other dire circumstances.  

If you share our vision of delivering superior products in a culture of growth, excellence, and caring, then we want to hear from you! 

For more information about United Legwear & Apparel Co., please visit: https://www.unitedlegwear.com 

• Collaborate with the design team to create original and innovative designs for paper goods and gifting products, including greeting cards, gift wraps, stationery, and packaging.
• Assist in the development of design concepts, mood boards, and prototypes.
• Produce high-quality design mock-ups and final artwork using industry-standard software (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite).
• Conduct market research to stay current with trends, consumer preferences, and competitive products.
• Participate in brainstorming sessions and contribute creative ideas to the design process.
• Ensure all designs adhere to brand guidelines and meet production specifications.
• Coordinate with suppliers and manufacturers to ensure the accurate production of designs.
• Assist in preparing presentations and materials for product launches and sales meetings.
• Maintain organized design files and documentation.

• Bachelor’s degree in graphic design, Fine Arts, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in graphic design, preferably within the paper goods or gifting industry.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign).
• Strong understanding of design principles, typography, color theory, and print production processes.
• Excellent creativity and artistic skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and independently manage multiple projects.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Passion for paper goods, gifting products, and design trends.

• Experience with illustration and hand-lettering.
• Knowledge of sustainable design practices and materials.
• Familiarity with 3D design software (e.g., SketchUp) is a plus.