The North Face: Graphic Designer, Women & Youth

VF Corporation vfc.com Open · verified Sep 17, 2026

USCA > USA > Colorado > Denver HQ - VFC Full-time Mid-level Graphic Design

Mid-level Graphic Design role at VF Corporation. USCA > USA > Colorado > Denver HQ - VFC · full-time · $82,080–$102,600 base.

SalaryStated by VF Corporation

$82,080 – $102,600

Base salary for this role, in USD per year, as published in the posting.

Role brief

Growth Roles summary, based on the employer's posting.

What you'll do

You’ll create graphics for Women’s and Youth products, aligning them with brand, seasonal, and business goals
You’ll develop concepts, artwork, and visual stories with design leadership and present them to partners
You’ll study consumer behavior, culture, competitors, and industry changes to guide new graphic ideas
You’ll work with Product Development and other teams to deliver accurate work across product calendars
You’ll support proof-of-concept projects, category strategies, and product tiering

What you bring

A bachelor’s degree in apparel design, or an equivalent mix of education and experience
Three to five-plus years of professional design experience in a related role
Experience with flat sketches, CADs, and fashion or design trend analysis
Knowledge of color palettes, apparel construction, and product design and development
Collaborative communication skills, presentation ability, and openness to art direction while adding your own creative voice

Who this fits

You’ll suit a collaborative apparel graphic designer who can balance creative standards with product timelines and design for different consumers and end uses. The role is based at The North Face headquarters in Denver, Colorado, with a hybrid schedule requiring three days there each week.

From the employer

Designer, Graphics (Women & Youth)

At The North Face, we dare to lead the world forward through Exploration. We were born to Explore, Disrupt and to Lead. We were born to Love Wild Places and to Spark Curiosity. We believe that exploration is a mindset — both on the mountain and off the mountain — and it infuses everything we do. As a community of explorers, we stay curious about new ideas, places, and people.So, before we get to the job details, take a minute to learn a little more about us — our values and our culture. If you can see yourself working side-by-side with a team of adventure-loving people, The North Face just may be the place for you. To learn more about our values and our culture, visit The North Face Careers or www.thenorthface.com.

What will you do?

A day in the life of a Designer, Graphics (Women & Youth) at The North Face looks a little like this.You will be part of the Logowear and Graphics design team, with a primary focus on Women's and Youth product categories. Working closely with a team of designers, a Design Manager, and a Global Design Director, you will help bring seasonal graphic concepts to life — balancing creative excellence with on-time delivery across multiple product calendars.Let's break down that day-in-the-life a bit more.

You will support the ideation and creation of graphics across the Logowear and Graphics categories, ensuring alignment with brand vision, seasonal direction, and business objectives.
You will work collaboratively within a team of designers, executing work effectively to meet product development and merchandising timelines — all while maintaining the highest creative standards.
You will partner with the Design Manager and Global Design Director to develop seasonal concepts, build graphic storytelling, and create category-specific artwork.
You will balance priorities across multiple product calendars, ensuring projects are delivered on time and with excellence.
You will conduct ongoing research into consumer trends, cultural movements, competitive landscapes, and industry innovations to fuel your graphic concepts and designs.
You will collaborate closely with Product Development to deliver accurate, consumer-ready products.
You will participate in proof-of-concept development and present compelling visual concepts to internal management, merchandise partners, and external collaborators.
You will support cross-functional collaboration to execute category graphic strategies and product tiering.
You will invest in your professional growth through continued learning, skill development, trend research, and regular creative briefings from Design leadership.
Location: This role operates on a hybrid schedule out of our HQ in Denver, CO, three days a week.

What do you need to succeed?

We all have unique skills that we bring to work and celebrate every day. For this role, there are foundation skills you'll need to succeed and excel. A Bachelor's Degree in Design (apparel) is required for this position, or an equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.The foundation skills you will need in this position are:

3–5+ years of related professional experience in a design role
A Bachelor's Degree in Design (apparel), or equivalent combination of education and experience
Experience in flat sketching and working with CADs
Experience in researching and analyzing design and fashion trends
Ability to work collaboratively within a team and show initiative
Working knowledge of color palettes and understanding of apparel construction
Strong communication skills, including the ability to present artwork and concepts to product teams
Knowledge of the product design and development process and designing for market, trend, and end use
Strong aesthetic sensibility with the ability to design for different consumers and end uses
Ability to accept and apply constructive art direction while bringing a unique creative voice to the work

Now WE have a question for YOU. Are you in?

Hiring Range:

$82,080.00 USD - $102,600.00 USD annually

Incentive Potential: This position is eligible for additional compensation awards that may include an annual incentive plan, sales incentive, or commission potential. Specific details of the additional compensation eligibility for this position will be provided during the recruiting and interview process.

Benefits at VF Corporation: You can review a general overview of each benefit program offered, including this year's medical plan rates on www.MyVFbenefits.com and by clicking Looking to Join VF? Detailed information on your benefits will be provided during the hiring process.

Please note, our hiring ranges are determined and built from market pay data. In determining the specific compensation for this position, we comply with all local, state, and federal laws.

At VF, we value a diverse, inclusive workforce and we provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. All qualified applicants for employment will be considered without regard to an individual’s race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, family care status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws. If you require accommodations during the application process, please contact us at peopleservices@vfc.com. VF will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals to the extent required by applicable law.

Pursuant to all applicable local Fair Chance Ordinance requirements, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, VF will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.