(S) Seasonal Merchandise Creative Coordinator

SXSW Seasonal Merchandise Creative Coordinator

Job Purpose

SXSW is seeking a Seasonal Merchandise Creative Coordinator to bring SXSW merchandise collections to life under the direction of the Sr. Merchandise Manager. This role is responsible for creating production-ready artwork, developing trend-forward products that enhance the attendee experience, and supporting creative storytelling across merchandise initiatives. The ideal candidate combines exceptional design skills with a passion for retail, branding, and consumer products.

Duties & Responsibilities

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Design original graphics, illustrations, typography, and artwork for apparel, accessories, and other retail merchandise
• Develop creative concepts for merchandise collections based on creative briefs and direction
• Prepare production-ready artwork, technical files, and print specifications for manufacturing partners
• Create supporting retail marketing assets including product mockups, signage, digital graphics, social media assets, email graphics, and promotional materials
• Research fashion, graphic design, and cultural trends to inspire new merchandise concepts
• Coordinate revisions with vendors and internal stakeholders to meet production requirements and brand standards
• Organize and maintain digital creative files, artwork libraries, and version control throughout the development lifecycle
  
  
  

Qualifications & Skills

Qualifications include:

• Experience designing graphics for apparel, merchandise, consumer products, or retail brands; portfolio required
• An eye for design and interest in fashion or event merchandise
• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud
• Strong understanding of typography, color theory, layout, branding, and current design trends
• Strong communication skills and the ability to receive creative direction while contributing original ideas
• Experience working with vendors, printers, or pro
  
  
  

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that an employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this job successfully:

• Prolonged periods of sitting or standing at a desk and working on a computer.
• Ability to lift to 15 pounds occasionally, as needed.
• Manual dexterity to operate standard office equipment such as computers, phones, printers, etc.
• May require occasional bending, reaching, kneeling, or climbing stairs.
• Ability to work outdoors, including exposure to varying temperatures or noise levels.
  
  
  

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Location & Schedule

The position is full-time and located in our Austin, Texas office. Core business office hours are from 10 am to 6 pm Monday through Friday. This seasonal role is active until mid-December.