- Graphic Developer
- Position summary:
The Graphic Developer plays a critical role in translating creative concepts into production-ready Color, Graphics, and Packaging solutions. This role partners cross-functionally with Creative, Product, Packaging, Quality, and Suppliers to ensure all designs are accurately executed, manufacturable, and delivered on time — upholding Specialized’s standards in performance, quality, and rider experience.
Role Responsibilities
Develop product and packaging graphics aligned with Creative and Product vision.
Use Adobe Illustrator to create art files communicating Colors, Finishes, Placements, 100% Artwork, etc. For sample creation and mass production.
Size, scale, and adjust artwork to products and packaging to fit product across multiple sizes.
Proactively monitor and drive development timelines to ensure on-time delivery
Collect manufacturability and costing feedback from vendor partners and present to product teams during sample review.
Maintain accurate data and project status in PLM (Agile, Jira, Confluence) systems. Being able to report project development status and drive timelines is standard work for this role.
Identify and communicate potential issues to Product Teams & Packaging Team early and often to avoid delays to mass production.
Work with Quality Teams to diagnose root cause and problem-solve for issues identified in mass production.
Work with Compliance and Vendor Partners to ensure ALL new designs are tested and executable to Specialized standards at needed quantities.
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Collaborate with Concept\Product\Packaging\Supply Chain Teams to ensure on-time delivery.
Travel to Vendor Partners, Specialized Offices, and Tradeshows as needed.
Skills & Knowledge
Keen sense of design with a curiosity about what is possible within product design.
Experience with Adobe Illustrator.
Organized and highly detail oriented.
Comfortable in a rapidly changing environment with competing and shifting priorities.
Works well under tight deadlines.
Good communication skills, Fluent in English and Mandarin/Taiwanese.
Familiar with MS system (Outlook, Word, Excel etc.).
Agile, Atlassian Confluence and JIRA experience a plus.
Experience working with International Cultures
A passion for cycling and the Specialized brand.
Understanding of principles for intellectual property ownership and confidentiality.
Good problem-solving abilities and a tendency for action.
Experience
2-4 years design experience with a detailed portfolio of finished projects.
