Junior Graphic Designer
On-site R&D - Torrance Full-time Junior Graphic Design
Entry-level Graphic Design role at Alpinestars. R&D - Torrance · full-time · $70,000–$72,000 base.
SalaryStated by Alpinestars
$70,000 – $72,000
Base salary for this role, in USD per year, as published in the posting.
Role brief
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What you'll do
- Build marketing pieces like digital ads, social graphics, email campaigns and event assets
- Turn creative briefs into finished designs alongside creative direction, senior designers and product teams
- Create visuals for athlete partnerships, race team promos and event campaigns
- Retouch and edit product and lifestyle photos to match brand standards
- Prep artwork for print and digital, keeping files, templates and asset libraries tidy
What you bring
- A degree or equivalent background in graphic design, visual communication or something related
- One to two years of professional design work, with internships and freelance counting
- Hands-on skill across Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign
- Solid grasp of layout, typography and image composition
- Ability to juggle several projects under tight deadlines
Who this fits
This suits a junior designer early in their career who thrives in a fast, collaborative art department. Enthusiasm for motocross and motorsports culture helps, and motion graphics, video, photography or print production knowledge are welcome extras. The role is full-time and onsite in Torrance, paying 70,000 to 72,000 dollars a year.
From the employer
About Alpinestars
Alpinestars is a world leader in high-performance motorsports apparel, protective gear, and lifestyle products. With deep roots in motocross, road racing, cycling, and action sports, we fuse cutting-edge innovation with iconic style. Our creative team drives the visual identity of the brand across all platforms, ensuring every design reflects our passion for performance, style, and authenticity.
Position Overview
We are seeking a talented Junior Graphic Designer with a strong passion for motorsports culture and design to join our art department. This role will support the development of high-quality visual content for marketing, product launches, and brand initiatives for motorcycling, apparel, and auto.
The ideal candidate will be a creative thinker with a keen eye for detail, a solid understanding of design principles, and the ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist in the creation of marketing materials, including digital ads, social media graphics, email campaigns, event assets.
- Collaborate with Creative Direction, Senior designers, and product teams to translate creative briefs into compelling designs.
- Develop visual assets for athlete partnerships, race team promotions, and event campaigns.
- Edit and retouch product and lifestyle photography to align with brand standards.
- Prepare artwork for both print and digital applications, ensuring technical accuracy and consistency.
- Contribute creative ideas for campaigns and content that reflect the motocross lifestyle and Alpinestars’ brand identity and lifestyle.
- Maintain organized design files, templates, and asset libraries.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, or a related field.
- 1–2 years of professional design experience (internships and freelance work considered).
- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign).
- Strong layout, typography, and image composition skills.
- Passion for motocross and motorsports culture is a plus.
- Ability to manage multiple projects with tight deadlines.
- Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
Desirable Skills:
- Experience with motion graphics and video editing (Adobe After Effects, Premiere Pro).
- Familiarity with social media content formats and trends.
- Photography skills a plus.
- Knowledge of print production processes.