AI Print CAD Designer

URBN (Urban Outfitters, Anthropologie Group, Free People & Nuuly)

AI Print & Pattern Designer for Free People textile team. Bridging traditional print design with emerging AI tools to create seasonal prints.

Posted 6/6/2026full-timePhiladelphia • Pennsylvania • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Yarn

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop AI inspiration tears that align with seasonal concepts to visualize artwork placement on garments.
Support print and craft designers with AI assets (artworks, inspiration, CADs/videos) to meet project deadlines.
Work closely with the Design Director and Concept Team to build out seasonal concept presentations.
Take the lead on creating AI sourcing packs for print, craft, graphics, fabric and yarn dyes in alignment with design and development deadlines.
Help identify opportunities to streamline processes and improve team workflows with AI.
Conduct research and develop specific artwork designs with AI to realize the Director’s vision.
Source vintage textiles and artworks, as well as digital image libraries, for inspiration to be used in original artwork designs and AI’s.
Stay updated with fashion trends, particularly those related to textiles, and incorporate them into artwork while ensuring freshness and brand appropriateness.
Create and maintain internal reference tools, print/AI overviews, and mood/reference walls as guided by Design Director.
Assist with seasonal administrative responsibilities, including file archiving and documentation.
Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient studio workspace.
Maintain structured and well-organized digital file systems using established naming conventions for easy access across teams.
Keep up with emerging AI technologies and features to share with and train the wider team.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Strong foundation in print, textile, or surface design, with demonstrated artistic skills in drawing, painting, and digital design.
Computer wiz who keeps up with latest technologies and platforms and how they relate to fashion/design.
Proficient in AI tools like MidJourney, Adobe Firefly, PromeAI is a must, with a passion to explore emerging platforms and end uses.
Basic knowledge of preparing artwork for production, including technical repeats, color reduction and engineered layouts.
Proficiency in Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Suite is a must.
Familiarity with NedGraphics Design & Repeat (or a strong willingness to learn) is preferred.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 and/or Google Suite.
Passion for collaborating cross functionally and supporting print and craft designers.
Keeps up with latest trends in fashion and textile design as can translate that into the FP aesthetic.
Effective multitasker with the ability to prioritize and execute tasks in a fast-paced environment.
Proactive, self-motivated, and able to work both independently and as part of a team.
Strong communication skills with a positive, collaborative attitude.
Ability to meet deadlines with a sense of urgency and accountability.
Enthusiasm for exploring new technologies and tools to support creative development.

Benefits

Comp & perks

The above information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Urban Outfitters, Inc. celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We are proud to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We believe strongly in fostering a safe, fair and respectful work environment. To ensure compliance with our non-discrimination and anti-harassment policies, we offer anti-harassment training to managers and employees EEO Statement URBN celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We are proud to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity or expression), religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, citizenship, service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic as established by law. We believe strongly in fostering a safe, fair and respectful work environment. To ensure compliance with our non-discrimination and anti-harassment policies, we offer anti-harassment training to managers and employees.

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Hard Skills & Tools

print designtextile designsurface designartistic skillsdigital designpreparing artwork for productiontechnical repeatscolor reductionengineered layouts

Soft Skills

collaborationmultitaskingprioritizationself-motivationindependenceteamworkcommunicationpositive attitudeaccountabilityurgency