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Founded by Simon Mottram in London in 2004, Rapha makes the world’s finest cycling clothing. For 15 years, our products have redefined comfort, performance, and style for cyclists from absolute beginners through to WorldTour professionals.

Born from a love of the sport, Rapha regularly organises and sponsors unique rides and events. The Rapha Cycling Club was founded in 2015 to bring cyclists together, and today there are already more than 17,000 members worldwide. Our 21 Clubhouses across Europe, North America and Asia have become hubs for RCC members and local cyclists, offering a café space and stocking the latest products.

Rapha is proud to have worked with the sport's best athletes from its earliest days. First, as title sponsor to the British UCI Continental team Rapha-Condor from 2005 to 2012, then as clothing supplier to Team Sky from 2012 to 2016. We continue to work at the top tiers of professional cycling with the women’s UCI WorldTour team CANYON//SRAM since 2016, and, after publishing a two-year study on the state of the sport titled the Rapha Roadmap, we have returned to the men’s WorldTour with EF Education First Pro Cycling from 2019.

Retail & Consumer Goods

Rapha

At Rapha, it’s our purpose to inspire the world to live by bike. All of us believe that it’s never just a ride.

You need 2+ years in apparel graphic design, expertise in Adobe Creative Suite, strong CAD skills, attention to detail, excellent collaboration abilities, and a positive attitude under tight deadlines.

You will create and update tech packs, manage print placements for collections, and collaborate on various projects, including Colour CADs and team kits.

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London

<div>Apparel Graphic Artworker
Rapha creates the finest cycling clothing and accessories in the world. Designed without compromise for the most discerning rider, Rapha products blend optimum performance, the finest fabrics and modern style. At Rapha, we believe that cycling is transformational.
About the role
As an Apparel Graphic Artworker at Rapha, you will play a vital role in transforming our seasonal apparel collections, graphic packs, and Team Kits into reality. Your main responsibility will be to create and manage detailed technical assets while collaborating closely with the Graphics, Colour Design, and Apparel Design teams.
This position is ideal for someone with advanced CAD skills in Adobe Illustrator and InDesign and a strong understanding of how 2D designs translate into 3D garments. You will work alongside the Design Team and engage with the Product Development and Engineering teams to ensure a smooth transition from design concepts to finished products. Effective communication between teams for your assigned projects is key.
Key Responsibilities:<ul>
<li>
Create and update product tech packs in accordance with Critical Path deadlines.</li>
<li>
Manage complex print and sponsor placements for both athlete and commercial collections through precise oversight of AI print layouts.</li>
<li>
Collaborate on a variety of projects, including Colour CADs, apparel tech pack support, and team kits, providing a diverse experience across Rapha's product lines.</li>
</ul>
Ideal Candidate:<ul>
<li>
2+ years of experience as an Apparel Graphic Artworker or in a similar role within lifestyle or sportswear brands.</li>
<li>
Expert proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, particularly Illustrator and InDesign, with a focus on CAD tasks. Knowledge of 3D software is a plus but not essential.</li>
<li>
Strong design background in apparel, with the ability to translate 2D CAD designs into 3D products effectively.</li>
<li>
Confident in creating CADs, lay plans, and print files using Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop.</li>
<li>
Skilled in building graphic design apparel artworks, ensuring a deep understanding of the products.</li>
<li>
Meticulous attention to detail, maintaining technical assets to the highest standard and ensuring brand consistency.</li>
<li>
Excellent collaboration and communication skills, enabling effective work with diverse teams.</li>
<li>
Strong time management and organisational skills, with a positive attitude towards tackling various tasks.</li>
<li>
Ability to work under tight deadlines and adapt to challenges.</li>
</ul>
This role offers the opportunity to be part of a dynamic and innovative environment, helping to shape high-performance products that define Rapha. 
Working at Rapha
We are continuously looking into ways to invest in our employees and build a better working culture and environment. Here are just some of the internal benefits we offer.
<ul><li>Flexible working hours
</li><li>Support ad-hoc remote working during the week - Minimum 3 days in office</li>
<li>Free barista coffee and social drinks in the office</li>
<li>Monthly department social events and quarterly office social away days</li>
<li>We offer a flexible riding benefit to allow you to go out riding on a Wednesday morning with colleagues or learn to cycle to cycling through our Getting Started Scheme</li>
<li>We offer all our employees a 50% apparel discount and a discount for family and friends
</li><li>An annual clothing allowance
</li><li>Free membership to the Rapha Cycling Club
</li><li>Company Pension Scheme</li>
<li>Enhanced Parental Leave and Pay</li></ul></div>

Apparel Graphic Artworker
Rapha creates the finest cycling clothing and accessories in the world. Designed without compromise for the most discerning rider, Rapha products blend optimum performance, the finest fabrics and modern style. At Rapha, we believe that cycling is transformational.
About the role
As an Apparel Graphic Artworker at Rapha, you will play a vital role in transforming our seasonal apparel collections, graphic packs, and Team Kits into reality. Your main responsibility will be to create and manage detailed technical assets while collaborating closely with the Graphics, Colour Design, and Apparel Design teams.
This position is ideal for someone with advanced CAD skills in Adobe Illustrator and InDesign and a strong understanding of how 2D designs translate into 3D garments. You will work alongside the Design Team and engage with the Product Development and Engineering teams to ensure a smooth transition from design concepts to finished products. Effective communication between teams for your assigned projects is key.
Key Responsibilities:

Create and update product tech packs in accordance with Critical Path deadlines.

Manage complex print and sponsor placements for both athlete and commercial collections through precise oversight of AI print layouts.

Collaborate on a variety of projects, including Colour CADs, apparel tech pack support, and team kits, providing a diverse experience across Rapha's product lines.

Ideal Candidate:

2+ years of experience as an Apparel Graphic Artworker or in a similar role within lifestyle or sportswear brands.

Expert proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, particularly Illustrator and InDesign, with a focus on CAD tasks. Knowledge of 3D software is a plus but not essential.

Strong design background in apparel, with the ability to translate 2D CAD designs into 3D products effectively.

Confident in creating CADs, lay plans, and print files using Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop.

Skilled in building graphic design apparel artworks, ensuring a deep understanding of the products.

Meticulous attention to detail, maintaining technical assets to the highest standard and ensuring brand consistency.

Excellent collaboration and communication skills, enabling effective work with diverse teams.

Strong time management and organisational skills, with a positive attitude towards tackling various tasks.

Ability to work under tight deadlines and adapt to challenges.

This role offers the opportunity to be part of a dynamic and innovative environment, helping to shape high-performance products that define Rapha.
Working at Rapha
We are continuously looking into ways to invest in our employees and build a better working culture and environment. Here are just some of the internal benefits we offer.
Flexible working hours
Support ad-hoc remote working during the week - Minimum 3 days in office
Free barista coffee and social drinks in the office
Monthly department social events and quarterly office social away days
We offer a flexible riding benefit to allow you to go out riding on a Wednesday morning with colleagues or learn to cycle to cycling through our Getting Started Scheme
We offer all our employees a 50% apparel discount and a discount for family and friends
An annual clothing allowance
Free membership to the Rapha Cycling Club
Company Pension Scheme
Enhanced Parental Leave and Pay

Apparel Graphic Artworker - Rapha

Apparel Graphic Artworker

You must have 7+ years in graphic design, expertise in Adobe Suite, 2D to 3D translation skills, leadership experience, strong attention to detail, and excellent communication abilities.

You will lead the graphic design team, allocate projects, collaborate with designers, develop evolving graphic identities, and ensure designs progress smoothly through development teams.

Creative Arts & Fashion

<div>Senior Graphic Design Manager 
Overview: 
Rapha is seeking a Senior Graphic Designer to lead and elevate its Graphic Design function. This pivotal role involves close collaboration with Head Designers to shape and define Rapha's graphic design language across various product categories. Projects range from special edition releases and seasonal prints to graphic packs and professional cycling team kits. This is a unique opportunity to drive the graphic direction for both on-bike and off-bike products.
We are looking for an experienced professional with deep expertise in graphic and print design and proven leadership abilities. The ideal candidate will naturally inspire and motivate the design team to produce outstanding work with efficiency. Strong storytelling skills, coupled with the ability to translate 2D concepts into physical products, are essential. Success in this role also requires expertise in printing and dye techniques, along with a keen eye for integrating graphics, trims, and finishes into cohesive collections.
Key Responsibilities:<ul>
<li>
Serve as the primary representative of the graphic design team within the broader business, acting as the main point of contact for cross-functional teams.</li>
<li>
Allocate projects to graphic designers based on their strengths and suitability, ensuring high-quality, on-brief, and timely delivery.</li>
<li>
Lead and drive the design creation process for the graphic design team, from integrating briefs and conducting research to ideation, conceptualization, and final design, ensuring a seamless handover to the development teams.</li>
<li>
Collaborate closely with the Head Designers to establish the graphic identity and language for Rapha's collections, special projects, and Pro Teams, with support from the graphic designers.</li>
<li>
Develop graphic identities that evolve over time, incorporating storytelling, visual innovation, and brand recognizability.</li>
<li>
Collaborate closely with the Head Designers to support key milestones, such as Seasonal Kick-offs, by contributing to the development of concepts and narratives for the season through visualizations and presentations.</li>
<li>
Actively engage with the Design Team in weekly collaborations by sharing and critiquing work, contributing fresh ideas, and fostering a culture of creative synergy and teamwork.</li>
<li>
Participate in weekly meetings with cross-functional development teams to ensure the successful progression of designs through engineering. Update tech packs as needed and provide creative solutions to address challenges that arise during the development process.</li>
</ul>
Ideal Candidate:<ul>
<li>
7+ years of experience as a Graphic Designer in a related role within the design, fashion, or performance sports industry.</li>
<li>
Expert proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, especially Illustrator and Photoshop; knowledge of 3D visualization software is a plus.</li>
<li>
Demonstrated ability to translate 2D CAD designs into 3D products effectively, with extensive industry experience.</li>
<li>
Meticulous attention to detail, ensuring work aligns with the highest standards and brand identity.</li>
<li>
Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work seamlessly across diverse teams.</li>
<li>
Proven leadership experience, including managing designers and fostering their development and career growth.</li>
<li>
Strong organizational and time management skills, with a proactive approach to prioritizing and adapting to changing demands.</li>
<li>
Ability to thrive under tight deadlines while delivering consistently high-quality work.</li>
</ul>
This role offers the chance to join a dynamic, forward-thinking team and shape the graphic design strategy for Rapha's high-performance products. If you&rsquo;re passionate about design, graphics, and print, this is your opportunity to influence the future of Rapha&rsquo;s Graphic design. 
 
Working at Rapha
We are continuously looking into ways to invest in our employees and build a better working culture and environment. Here are just some of the internal benefits we offer.
<ul><li>Flexible working hours
</li><li>Support ad-hoc remote working during the week - Minimum 3 days in office</li>
<li>Free barista coffee and social drinks in the office</li>
<li>Monthly department social events and quarterly office social away days</li>
<li>We offer a flexible riding benefit to allow you to go out riding on a Wednesday morning with colleagues or learn to cycle to cycling through our Getting Started Scheme.
</li><li>We offer all our employees a 50% apparel discount and a discount for family and friends
</li><li>An annual clothing allowance
</li><li>Free membership to the Rapha Cycling Club
</li><li>Company Pension Scheme</li>
<li>Enhanced Parental Leave and Pay</li></ul></div>

Senior Graphic Design Manager
Overview:
Rapha is seeking a Senior Graphic Designer to lead and elevate its Graphic Design function. This pivotal role involves close collaboration with Head Designers to shape and define Rapha's graphic design language across various product categories. Projects range from special edition releases and seasonal prints to graphic packs and professional cycling team kits. This is a unique opportunity to drive the graphic direction for both on-bike and off-bike products.
We are looking for an experienced professional with deep expertise in graphic and print design and proven leadership abilities. The ideal candidate will naturally inspire and motivate the design team to produce outstanding work with efficiency. Strong storytelling skills, coupled with the ability to translate 2D concepts into physical products, are essential. Success in this role also requires expertise in printing and dye techniques, along with a keen eye for integrating graphics, trims, and finishes into cohesive collections.
Key Responsibilities:

Serve as the primary representative of the graphic design team within the broader business, acting as the main point of contact for cross-functional teams.

Allocate projects to graphic designers based on their strengths and suitability, ensuring high-quality, on-brief, and timely delivery.

Lead and drive the design creation process for the graphic design team, from integrating briefs and conducting research to ideation, conceptualization, and final design, ensuring a seamless handover to the development teams.

Collaborate closely with the Head Designers to establish the graphic identity and language for Rapha's collections, special projects, and Pro Teams, with support from the graphic designers.

Develop graphic identities that evolve over time, incorporating storytelling, visual innovation, and brand recognizability.

Collaborate closely with the Head Designers to support key milestones, such as Seasonal Kick-offs, by contributing to the development of concepts and narratives for the season through visualizations and presentations.

Actively engage with the Design Team in weekly collaborations by sharing and critiquing work, contributing fresh ideas, and fostering a culture of creative synergy and teamwork.

Participate in weekly meetings with cross-functional development teams to ensure the successful progression of designs through engineering. Update tech packs as needed and provide creative solutions to address challenges that arise during the development process.

Ideal Candidate:

7+ years of experience as a Graphic Designer in a related role within the design, fashion, or performance sports industry.

Expert proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, especially Illustrator and Photoshop; knowledge of 3D visualization software is a plus.

Demonstrated ability to translate 2D CAD designs into 3D products effectively, with extensive industry experience.

Meticulous attention to detail, ensuring work aligns with the highest standards and brand identity.

Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work seamlessly across diverse teams.

Proven leadership experience, including managing designers and fostering their development and career growth.

Strong organizational and time management skills, with a proactive approach to prioritizing and adapting to changing demands.

Ability to thrive under tight deadlines while delivering consistently high-quality work.

This role offers the chance to join a dynamic, forward-thinking team and shape the graphic design strategy for Rapha's high-performance products. If you’re passionate about design, graphics, and print, this is your opportunity to influence the future of Rapha’s Graphic design.

Working at Rapha
We are continuously looking into ways to invest in our employees and build a better working culture and environment. Here are just some of the internal benefits we offer.
Flexible working hours
Support ad-hoc remote working during the week - Minimum 3 days in office
Free barista coffee and social drinks in the office
Monthly department social events and quarterly office social away days
We offer a flexible riding benefit to allow you to go out riding on a Wednesday morning with colleagues or learn to cycle to cycling through our Getting Started Scheme.
We offer all our employees a 50% apparel discount and a discount for family and friends
An annual clothing allowance
Free membership to the Rapha Cycling Club
Company Pension Scheme
Enhanced Parental Leave and Pay

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