Sr. Graphic Apparel Designer - Hco Mens Job at Abercrombie & Fitch Co. in Columb

Overview

A&F Apparel Graphic Designers bring our brands to life through layout, typography, color, and overall great graphic design. They develop seasonal graphic concepts for a range of apparel categories and cutting edge print and technique graphics in each brand’s handwriting. Collaborating with merchants and apparel designers, Apparel Graphic Designers bring our apparel to life through trend-right graphics. This job is located at our Global Home Office in Columbus, Ohio.

What Will You Be Doing?

• Developing seasonal graphic concepts for a range of apparel categories while managing multiple product seasons
• Taking a deep dive into the global customer mindset through market, field & relevant social research
• Developing cutting edge print and technique graphics in each brand’s handwriting
• Exploring and researching emerging trends in the global market to deliver product aligned with the customer and market landscape
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams with an action-oriented, positive and proactive mindset
• Presenting artwork and communicating vision to senior leadership as relevant to customer needs and market trends
• Managing design workflow and deadlines within a fast-paced and collaborative environment

What Do You Need To Bring?

• Bachelor’s Degree in Graphic Design or Illustration, or related experience
• 5+ years’ experience in graphic design, preferably for a global retailer
• A portfolio is required with application showcasing strong design skills in color theory, composition, concept development, and typography
• Proficiency in Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign
• Passion for the A&F brands, the role, and an interest in specialty retail
• Solid technical skills with an impeccable taste level and eye for color
• Ability to identify and interpret relevant fashion trends into the brand handwriting
• A strong curiosity and confidence to push boundaries and bring new ideas to the table
• Ability to be highly organized and detail-oriented with the agility to work on multiple projects at a time in a fast-paced, structured environment
• A strong work ethic with the ability to multitask and thrive under accelerated deadlines and shifting deliverables
• A team-player mentality with openness to receive and execute feedback
• A positive and collaborative approach to working with cross-functional partners to achieve the vision of the brand
• Strong presentation skills and the ability to communicate confidently and professionally
• Desire to learn and hunger for more

Company

Abercrombie & Fitch Co. is a global, digitally led omnichannel specialty retailer of apparel and accessories catering to kids through millennials with assortments curated for their specific lifestyle needs. The company operates a family of brands including Abercrombie & Fitch, YPB, abercrombie kids, Hollister and Gilly Hicks, with over 750 stores across North America, Europe, Asia and the Middle East, plus e-commerce sites abercrombie.com, abercrombiekids.com, and hollisterco.com. We lead with purpose and offer equitable compensation and benefits, including flexibility and competitive Paid Time Off, as well as education and engagement events and volunteer opportunities.

Benefits & Perks

As an Abercrombie & Fitch Co. associate, you’ll be eligible for a variety of benefit programs designed to fit you and your lifestyle. Benefits include:

• Incentive bonus program
• 401(K) with company match
• Annual companywide review process
• Flexible spending accounts
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life and disability insurance
• Associate assistance program
• Paid parental and adoption leave
• Access to fertility and adoption benefits
• Headspace mental health and wellness app
• Paid Caregiver Leave
• Mobile stipend
• Paid time off and one paid volunteer day per year
• Work from anywhere (Mondays and Fridays for most roles) and six work-from-anywhere weeks per year
• Wellness days and onsite fitness center
• Merchandise discount across brands
• Opportunities for career advancement
• Access to Associate Resource Groups
• Global team culture focused on individuality

Additional Information

ABERCROMBIE & FITCH CO. IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Design

Industries

Retail and Apparel & Fashion

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