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Junior Graphic Designer – Apparel Buying
@ YM INC.
Toronto, Ontario
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Overview
YM Inc. is hiring a Junior Graphic Designer for its Apparel Buying department in Toronto, on a full-time permanent basis. The role creates tee graphics and all-over print designs from concept to print-ready files, working with the Design and Buying teams. The posting requires one year of graphic design experience, Adobe skills and in-office work, and lists extended health care, on-site parking and store discount as benefits.
Responsibilities:
- Create tee graphics and all-over print designs
- Build repeat and engineered AOP layouts
- Prepare print-ready files for screen printing, sublimation and DTG
- Develop seasonal themes and graphic direction
- Design labels, tags and branding accessories
Requirements summary:
- Post-secondary education in graphic design
- 1+ years graphic design experience, ideally tee or AOP
- Experience preparing print files for production
- Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign and Acrobat
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced in-office studio
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-11-09
- First seen by our source
- 2026-11-14
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-14
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Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Design & creative |
| Experience | 1+ years |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Office |
| Position | Mostly sitting |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Languages | English |
| Education | College diploma (required) |
| Fields of study | Graphic Design |
| Perks mentioned | Tuition support, Employee discount, Transit support, Paid training |
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Junior Graphic Designer – Apparel Buying
Date Posted August 5, 2026
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Job Description
YM Inc. was founded on the strength of a single retail store in the heart of downtown Toronto in 1975, under the name Stitches. Today we are one of North America’s leading apparel retailers operating over 750 stores across Canada and the United States under the following banners: Stitches, Urban Planet, Urban Behavior, Sirens, Forever 21, Urban Kids, Suzy Shier, Le Chateau, Bluenotes, Aeropostale, Amnesia, Thriftys, West 49, Mandee, Charlotte Russe, and Rue21.
How You Will Make a Difference
The Junior Graphic Designer – Buying is responsible for helping drive and define graphics, from concept to final design, with a focus on tee graphics and all-over print (AOP) designs that are cutting-edge, fresh, and print-production ready. This role collaborates closely with the Design team and the Buying Department to ensure every design meets our production schedule and reflects current tee and streetwear market trends.
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Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
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TORONTO, ON M6A 2W1
1 866 717-7008
[email protected]
NORTH YORK, ON M6A 2X3
MOUNT ROYAL, QC H4P 1M7
NORTH YORK, ON M6A 1L9
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- English
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- THE COMPANY
- About
- Philosophy
- Message From The Chairman
- Contact Us
- BRANDS
- OVERVIEW
- Urban Planet
- Sirens
- Forever 21
- Bluenotes
- Thriftys
- Suzy Shier
- Charlotte Russe
- Aeropostale
- Urban Kids
- Stitches
- WEST49
- Amnesia
- Rue21
- Store Locations
- SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY
- Fundraising
- Giving Back
- Scholarships
- CAREERS
- Grow With Us
- Corporate Careers
- In-Store Opportunities
- Students
- The Perks
- MEDIA
- Newsroom
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- Suzy
- Urban Kids
- Stitches
- West 49
- Amnesia
- Store Locations
- Social Responsibility
- Social Responsibility
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Junior Graphic Designer – Apparel Buying
Date Posted August 5, 2026
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- Department Buying
- Location Toronto, ON
- Job ID 140776
- Corporate
- Toronto, ON
- Posted 3 months ago
Job Description
YM Inc. was founded on the strength of a single retail store in the heart of downtown Toronto in 1975, under the name Stitches. Today we are one of North America’s leading apparel retailers operating over 750 stores across Canada and the United States under the following banners: Stitches, Urban Planet, Urban Behavior, Sirens, Forever 21, Urban Kids, Suzy Shier, Le Chateau, Bluenotes, Aeropostale, Amnesia, Thriftys, West 49, Mandee, Charlotte Russe, and Rue21.
How You Will Make a Difference
The Junior Graphic Designer – Buying is responsible for helping drive and define graphics, from concept to final design, with a focus on tee graphics and all-over print (AOP) designs that are cutting-edge, fresh, and print-production ready. This role collaborates closely with the Design team and the Buying Department to ensure every design meets our production schedule and reflects current tee and streetwear market trends.
What You’ll Do
- Create original tee graphics and all-over print (AOP) designs, plus supporting apparel marketing designs (e.g. hangtags, woven labels)
- Build repeat and engineered AOP layouts, ensuring seamless repeats and correct scale/placement for garment production
- Determine size, arrangement, and placement of illustrative material, building layouts based on aesthetic design concepts and body/garment templates
- Prepare print-ready files (separations, repeats, mockups) for screen printing, sublimation, and DTG production
- Present finished tee and AOP design samples to the Design Manager for approval
- Assist in building seasonal design concepts and mood/trend boards for tee and print-focused lines
- Work closely with Design and Buying teams to ensure a cohesive tee and graphics line across banners
- Develop seasonal themes and graphic direction using trend research, competitive shopping, and market inspiration
- Design and develop labels, tags, and branding accessories for tee and print product
- Actively participate in expanding the graphics presence across apparel lines, collaborating with apparel designers on placement and print technique
- Act as an internal resource on graphic aesthetic, print techniques, and production processes
- Conduct store visits and competitor shop reports focused on tee and graphic trends
- Stay current on graphic design trends, new printing techniques (screen print, sublimation, discharge, puff, foil), and industry resources
- Post-secondary education in Graphic Design
- 1+ years of experience in graphic design, ideally with tee graphics or all-over print
- Experience preparing print files for production (repeats, separations, spec packages)
- Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator CS+, Adobe Photoshop CS+, Adobe InDesign, and Acrobat 6
- Comfortable and energized working in a fast-paced, in-office studio environment (this is not a remote or hybrid role)
- Genuine passion for fashion, streetwear, and youth apparel trends, with the drive to grow a career in the industry
- Excited to work hands-on with physical samples, print swatches, and in-person design reviews
- Experience designing for a junior/youth target market an asset
- Experience with screen printing, sublimation, or fashion apparel production an asset
- Proficient on both Mac and PC
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
- Competitive Compensation Package
- Health and Dental Benefits Plan
- Paid Sick Days
- Employee Discount
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Ongoing Training and Development
- Career Advancement Opportunities
- Being part of an amazing, supportive and collaborative team
This posting is for an open vacancy. We use AI in our screening process.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
- Store discount
- North York, ON M6A 2W1: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
- Graphic design: 1 year (required)
- Adobe Illustrator: 1 year (required)
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OUR OFFICES
- YM Inc.
TORONTO, ON M6A 2W1
1 866 717-7008
[email protected]
- Thriftys Inc.
NORTH YORK, ON M6A 2X3
- Suzy's Inc. Quebec Location
MOUNT ROYAL, QC H4P 1M7
- Suzy's Inc. Toronto Location
NORTH YORK, ON M6A 1L9
SITE MAP
- Overview
- Urban Planet
- Sirens
- Forever 21
- Bluenotes
- Thriftys
- Suzy Shier
- Charlotte Russe
- Aeropostale
- Urban Kids
- Stitches
- West 49
- Amnesia
- Rue21
- Philosophy
- Message From The Chairman
- Contact Us
- Fundraising
- Giving Back
- SCHOLARSHIPS
- Grow With Us
- Students
- The Perks
- Newsroom
- Store Locations
- Terms Of Use
- Privacy Policy
- Social Media Policy
- Accessibility Policy
- Social Commitment Policy
- Terms Of Use
- Privacy Policy
- Social Media Policy
- Accessibility Policy
- Social Commitment Policy
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