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Ross Stores

Associate Art Director

Ross Stores, New York, New York, us, 10261

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Our values start with our people, join a team that values you!

Bring your talents to Ross, our leading off‑price retail chain with over 2,200 stores, and a strong track record of success and growth. Our focus has always been bringing our customers a constant stream of high‑quality brands and on‑trend merchandise at extraordinary savings. All while providing a fun and exciting treasure hunt experience.

As part of our team, you will experience:

Success.

Our winning team pursues excellence while learning and evolving

Career growth.

We develop industry leading talent because Ross grows when our people grow

Teamwork.

We work together to solve the hard problems and find the right solution

Our commitment to Diversity, Equality & Inclusion, and our community.

We celebrate the backgrounds, identities, and ideas of those who work and shop with us because our differences make us stronger. We strive to be a positive force in our community.

Our corporate headquarters are in Dublin, CA, we have 3 buying offices in key markets in New York City, Los Angeles, and Boston, and 8 distribution centers nationwide. With 2023 revenues of $20.4 billion, we are a Fortune 500 company who is committed to providing an inclusive work environment with continuous learning opportunities and development for our teams.

About this opportunity We're looking for a strategic, hands‑on creative leader to join our team as an Associate Art Director. In this role, you’ll concept, develop, and execute packaging and design projects for Ross and dd's across multiple product lines. You’ll collaborate closely with the Art Director, cross‑functional partners, and external talent to deliver work that aligns with our customer strategy while pushing creative boundaries. You’ll lead one to two direct reports and manage designers on projects ranging from seasonal and private‑label packaging to graphic development and special initiatives.

The base salary range for this role is $120,000 – $140,000. The base salary range is dependent on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, qualifications, relevant education, certifications, seniority, and location. The range listed is just one component of the total compensation package for employees. Other rewards vary by position and location.

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Collaborate with Art Director to develop seasonal and private label packaging concepts, balancing hands‑on design and high‑level art direction

Deliver creative solutions across product categories (e.g. Pet, Textiles, Stationery, Frame Art)

Lead creative briefings and ensure alignment on deliverables

Integrate sustainable design practices into packaging development, including material choice and production methods, aligned with Ross's sustainability goals

Oversee projects from concept to completion, including mood boards, presentations and final asset production

Ensure adherence to established processes, identifying areas for improvement

Review print proofs and samples as needed to ensure design integrity

Build and maintain a diverse network of freelancers/agencies to support evolving needs

Mentor and guide team members, fostering collaboration and creativity

Partner with Project Management and Merchants to align on milestones and ensure timely execution \_face Build and maintain strong cross‑functional relationships across the internal team and stakeholders; partner with Packaging Director on seasonal and private label launchescallbacks to ensure consistent, cohesive execution

Bachelor's degree in related field

10+ years of design experience, including 3+ years managing packagingited. , to soluções? ( Strong portfolio showcasing a range ofkrivational packaging and private label work

Proven leadership and managerial skills

Expertise in print production, materials, die lines, and finlient.

Passion for sustainability and forward‑thinking packaging solutions

Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite; familiarity with 3D rendering software (PacDora, Solidworks) a plus

Perks and Benefits of joining our team … \н A broad range of affordable health insurance options & personal medical plan concierge

401(k) with employer match and Life insurance

Ample PTO including accrued vacation, paid holidays, diversity day, summer Fridays and the ability to purchase additional vacation.

Employee stock purchase plan

Access to health and wellness benefits such as BetterHelp and Headspace

Charitable donations matched by Ross Stores Foundation

And more… \_rewards

*Benefits vary by level and position and are subject to change.

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