Our talent is diverse in background, which all are grounded in extensive research. Ideation and collaboration across teams makes us a creative powerhouse. We share our work through multiple touchpoints, including our weekly design meetings, Product packaging reviews and Newness meetings.
Position Description
The Assistant Designer is responsible for assisting in designing new concepts and designs for a product category within defined theme and seasons from concept through final delivery. Coordinate and deliver brand-right designs that tie back to the overall concept and business strategy, encompassing style, color/print and graphic design for new/existing product lines. Support research and interpreting fashion trends and consumer needs that uphold the integrity of the product lines/brand.
Responsibilities
Assist in conceptualizing and translating design trends into concepts and components of a seasonal collection
Support researching trends and patterns for upcoming seasons; identify trends and apply them to product / label design
Support partnership with Merchandising to ensure the integrity of the design is maintained during the product development process
Assist in gaining approval from Legal and Regulatory on designs
Assist in creation and execution of final designs
Update design board layouts and printouts, including concept boards
Create Design Turn Overs (DTO) and finalize artwork for hand-off to the Production Team Order
Provide approved designs and design direction to mechanical art team for development of technical specifications
Assist in reviewing mechanical artwork for final design approval prior to release
Qualifications
Minimum of 1 - 3 years of prior experience in 2D design, Illustration and graphic/product design
Strong sense of design, typography and color; expertise in 2D label or graphic design preferred
Strong level of creativity, conceptualization, execution, organization and design skills professional experience, etc.
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Design or equivalent experience
Core Competencies
Drives Results
Action Oriented
Collaborates
Decision Making
Nimble Learning
Benefits
Feeling good starts with you. We invest in benefits that support your well-being, growth and future, helping you thrive as a creator of feel good — every day. Benefits for eligible associates include:
Robust medical, dental, vision and pharmacy coverage. Plus, access to our onsite wellness center and pharmacy located at the Columbus, OH home office.
No-cost mental health and well-being support through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
401k with company match and Associate Stock Purchase program with discount.
Opportunity for paid time off, paid parental leave and access to family building benefits.
Home, auto and pet insurance and a company-provided Care.com subscription.
Tuition reimbursement and scholarship opportunities for post-secondary education.
Enjoy complimentary products and a 40% merchandise discount so you can experience and share the brand you love.
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The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.
We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with arrest records, conviction records, or other criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of any applicable state and local laws. Please see links: Los Angeles Fair Chance In Hiring Ordinance, Philadelphia Fair Chance Law, San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not make employment decisions based on an individual’s race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status, and we comply with all laws concerning nondiscriminatory employment practices. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for associates and job applicants with disabilities. Our management team is dedicated to ensuring fulfillment of this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, associate activities and general treatment during employment. We only hire individuals authorized for employment in the United States.
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