Art Director, Studio & Editorial

Art Director, Studio & EditorialThe Art Director, Studio & Editorial owns the visual standard of everything True Religion photographs. This role drives the day-to-day creative execution of all PDP photography while leading art direction for editorial campaigns, capsule collections, and special projects from concept through delivery. It demands a sharp commercial eye, strong editorial instincts, and the on-set presence to keep a high-volume studio producing imagery that earns its place on every brand channel. This is where creative vision and production reality meet - and this role makes both work.Lead art direction of all PDP photography across Women's, Men's, Curve, Accessories, Footwear, and Denim - directing posing, composition, framing, lighting, and image quality on set every dayDevelop and continuously evolve visual standards and creative guidelines for product photography, identifying opportunities to raise the bar for the customer shopping experiencePartner with the Creative Director to develop seasonal campaigns and editorial concepts, including mood boards, shoot treatments, casting direction, and creative presentationsServe as the primary Art Director for capsule collections, collaborations, social content, and select editorial productions - from initial brief through final asset deliveryCreate and maintain Capture One sessions, manage file and folder structure, and support digital capture workflows to keep daily studio operations running efficientlyReview image selects and provide creative feedback throughout the retouching process, ensuring final assets meet brand standards for color, consistency, and qualityResearch fashion, photography, and cultural trends to bring fresh perspective and innovative direction to the brand's visual identityCollaborate closely with Photography, Styling, Production, Merchandising, Marketing, and Retouching across every productionA visually driven Art Director with a commercial instinct and genuine editorial range. You are fluent in the language of fashion photography and know how to get the best out of a photographer, stylist, and on-set crew. You can move between directing a high-volume PDP day and developing a seasonal editorial concept without losing your creative perspective - and you bring the organizational discipline to make sure every production is as efficient as it is excellent.5-8 years of art direction experience in fashion, apparel, or lifestyle brandsProven track record leading high-volume e-commerce photography productionsExpert understanding of photography, lighting, composition, styling, posing, and image selectionExperience providing on-set creative direction to photographers, stylists, hair and makeup artists, and modelsWorking knowledge of Capture One, including session setup, file organization, and basic digital capture workflowsStrong organizational and project management skills in a fast-paced studio environmentExcellent communication, presentation, and cross-functional collaboration skillsExperience developing seasonal editorial campaigns and brand storytellingBackground in capsule collections, collaborations, or multi-platform content productionPassion for fashion, streetwear culture, and visual innovationThe anticipated base salary range for this role is $115,000 – $140,000. This is a full-time, exempt
on-exempt position. This range represents the low and high ends of the expected base salary range for this role based on the applicable location. True Religion reasonably expects to pay within this range in compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. Actual compensation will be determined based on factors including relevant experience, skills, knowledge, and internal equity.We offer a mix of benefits and perks to support our employees at work and beyond, including health benefits, a 401(k) with employer match, merchandise discounts, commuter benefits, wellness & employee assistance programs, and more.This role is based in El Segundo, CA, and follows a hybrid work model, with an expectation of in-office presence on designated days to support collaboration and business needs.Employment with True Religion is contingent upon meeting applicable employment eligibility requirements.Founded in 2002, True Religion, an urban casual lifestyle apparel and accessories brand for women, men and kids, quickly became a global icon by redefining fashion with its bold Super T stitching and innovative construction. Worn by artists, athletes and style pioneers, the brand is rooted in self-expression and individuality. Today, True Religion continues to evolve while staying true to its heritage, blending timeless craftsmanship with modern influences. Offering denim, sportswear, accessories and more for men, women and kids, True Religion remains a go-to for those who live boldly and authentically. True Religion is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. Applicable law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process. Please let us know if you require accommodation, and we will make appropriate arrangements. You can contact us at TR.Recruiting@TrueReligion.com with these requests.Stage 1: AppliedStage 2: Recruiter Phone InterviewStage 3: Hiring Manager InterviewStage 4: Second Round InterviewsStage 5: Final InterviewsStage 6: HiredFind out moreNot quite right? Register your interest to be notified of any roles that come along that meet your criteria.Register Your Interest