Job Description

GREAT ART. IT'S KINDA WHAT WE DO HERE & WHAT WE'RE PASSIONATE ABOUT. GREAT ART + GREAT GARMENT = GREAT DAY.

THE OPPORTUNITY

Altered Latitudes is a resort-driven performance apparel brand creating visually striking artwork for coastal, lake, mountain, park, and lifestyle destinations. We specialize in sublimation and elevated screenprint graphics built for performance garments and technical applications. Our work captures a sense of place and experience while delivering fresh, modern, highly wearable product that stands out at retail.

We are seeking a highly creative Apparel Graphic Designer, internally known as a Line Artist, to develop original, trend-forward graphics with a strong emphasis on sublimation and supporting screenprint design. This role goes beyond making graphics. It creates product stories that translate across garments, territories, and markets. Working closely with the Altered Latitudes Creative Director, this designer will build cohesive, scalable art programs that feel unmistakably on-brand and ready for real-world wear.

PAY + SCHEDULE

Schedule: Monday through Friday, full-time days. 8:00am to 5:00pm

Location: Remote or onsite in Detroit Lakes, Minnesota. Remote applicants may be considered if they reside in AZ, CA, CO, IA, IL, ID, FL, MN, MO, NC, ND, NV, PA, SD, VA, WI, or WY.

Pay: $50,000 to $60,000

Growth: This role helps shape the next chapter of Altered Latitudes by expanding destination-driven performance artwork into new markets, garments, and consumer experiences.

Remote work requirements: Cable, DSL, or fiber internet with at least 100 Mbps download and 20 Mbps upload, with no service degradation during work. Two monitors are required Chromebooks are not compatible. Internet and workspace must reliably support large-file uploads, downloads, collaboration, and secure access to company systems.

BENEFITS

Lakeshirts | Blue 84 offers an employee benefits package for eligible team members. Current plan details, eligibility requirements, and enrollment information will be provided during the hiring process.

A TYPICAL DAY | CONCEPT + CREATE + REFINE + ELEVATE

• Develop original artwork and apparel graphics for performance, resort, outdoor, and lifestyle collections, with a primary focus on sublimation.
• Create visually exciting, trend-forward concepts rooted in destination, place, and experience.
• Translate creative direction into cohesive, scalable art programs across markets, territories, garment types, and placements.
• Design with performance fabrics, technical apparel, production methods, color behavior, and real-world wearability in mind.
• Create elevated screenprint graphics and adapt concepts across sublimation and screenprint applications when appropriate
• Manage multiple line art and custom art projects while meeting deadlines and prioritizing a steady flow of incoming work.
• Deliver artwork that meets customer specifications while staying aligned with Altered Latitudes brand and resort-market guidelines.
• Research fashion, color, illustration, typography, outdoor, travel, and graphic trends to keep collections innovative and market-relevant
• Maintain ongoing awareness of the resort and destination retail market, including coastal, lake, mountain, park, and lifestyle categories.
• Present, discuss, refine, and elevate work in partnership with the Creative Director and cross-functional teammates.
• Attend scheduled meetings and contribute to other responsibilities as assigned, living our value of Team.

SKILLS | ADOBE ILLUSTRATOR + SUBLIMATION THINKING + APPAREL AWARENESS + CREATIVE EXECUTION

• Four or more years of graphic design experience in apparel, performance product, resort, outdoor, or lifestyle categories preferred.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating original apparel graphics, destination-driven storytelling, trend-forward design, and retail-ready product thinking.
• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Adobe Photoshop required
• Strong understanding of sublimation artwork development, including color, scale, placement, performance fabric considerations, and technical production requirements.
• Experience creating graphics specifically for performance fabrics and technical apparel preferred.
• Working knowledge of screenprint production and garment decoration, secondary to sublimation expertise
• Strong typography, composition, color, illustration, and visual storytelling skills.
• Excellent organization and ability to manage multiple creative projects and deadlines simultaneously.
• Clear communication skills, openness to feedback, and a collaborative, team-first mindset.
• Self-starter who is nimble, adaptable, and energized by a fast-moving creative environment and evolving trends.

WHY LAKESHIRTS IS THE PLACE YOU WANT TO BE

OUR CULTURE is one-of-a-kind and truly sets us apart. We are proud of our humble beginnings and non-corporate style We offer a unique atmosphere, unlike any other manufacturer. We work hard to be the best and we seek only committed individuals that will help move our company forward and embrace our values and culture. Lakeshirts | Blue 84 is one of the largest privately owned screenprint manufacturers in the United States, responsible for decorating and distribution of a wide variety of garments for the resort, college and K-12 markets. At our headquarters in Detroit Lakes, MN, we employ over 1000 great people, proudly producing 35,000+ garments daily. It's not just a job but a lifestyle. Our job descriptions help support and guide you in the role you play in making our company successful. LIFE'S BETTER IN A T-SHIRT. IT REALLY IS.

ALTERED LATITUDES was founded in 2011 in Charleston, South Carolina as a coastal-inspired performance apparel brand focused on premium sun protection garments and elevated artwork built for life outdoors. The brand has grown beyond the shoreline into destinations shaped by adventure, from coastal escapes and lake weekends to mountain towns, parks, and outdoor recreation. Since joining the Lakeshirts | Blue 84 family in 2026, Altered Latitudes has continued to expand its performance garments and destination-driven design philosophy into new markets and consumer experiences.

COGNITIVE OR MENTAL REQUIREMENTS OF THE JOB

Employee must be able to see and hear, read and write. Requires good judgment and a people-oriented, flexible, organized, diplomatic, reliable, enthusiastic, courteous, helpful, and patient approach.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

CONTINUOUSLY: Sit; reach below shoulder height.

FREQUENTLY: Walk; reach at shoulder height.

OCCASIONALLY: Lift; stand; carry; lift under 10 lbs.; carry under 10 lbs.; reach above shoulder height.

NEVER: Push; pull; climb; balance; bend; twist; crawl; reach; lift 10-24 lbs.; lift 25-50 lbs.; lift over 50 lbs.; carry 10-24 lbs.; carry 25-50 lbs.; carry over 50 lbs.

NOTE / DISCLAIMER

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive and should in no way be considered a contract or guarantee of employment. Employee may perform other related duties as needed based on the ongoing needs of the business. Employment is at will where permitted by applicable law and implies no specific length of employment.