Graphic Designer, Creative Marketing Abercrombie National Football League Collaboration (Remote)
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Are you aesthetic-obsessed? Passionate about typography, logo marks, and the perfect color palette? Ready to channel your creativity into shaping the future of a global fashion retailer? At [REDACTED], we're doing just that — and our Creative Department is seeking a Designer with an exceptional eye to join our cause. In this role, the Designer works within the Brand Design team on concepting and designing NFL brand campaigns, events, activations, and seasonal content for marketing initiatives. This opportunity is focused on creating and connecting the [REDACTED] brand across marketing touchpoints involving our partnership with the National Football League, informed by key trends in fashion and the direction provided by creative leads. You'll collaborate closely with Creative Directors, Strategists, Merchants, and Brand Marketing teams to create innovative and on-brand creative for the global [REDACTED] & Fitch and [REDACTED] kids brands. The best candidates recognize the value of a connected brand experience—seamlessly weaving our digital channels, stores, and events into one cohesive on-trend narrative—and bring a passion for solving problems, influencing across teams, and delivering exceptional, style-driven design. At [REDACTED], you'll be part of a diverse and collaborative team of creative, strategic, and curious individuals who are constantly looking for new ways to learn about our customers and push the envelope in our efforts to inspire them. Candidates should have a true passion for brand storytelling through a fashion lens, an amazing eye for aesthetic and layout, and strong communication and organizational skills. As a member of our creative team, you'll be encouraged to push boundaries and stay curious in leading [REDACTED] & Fitch forward. This position has the choice of being remote or in person, and will report directly to our Senior Art Director. What Will You Be Doing?
- Working closely within the Seasonal Design team to concept and implement a cohesive visual language that captures the brand's evolving fashion and lifestyle story each season.
- Partnering with creative leads, strategists and merchants to visualize and execute design solutions across all brand touchpoints including our stores and digital channels
- Team up with external partners including the National Football League (NFL), NFL teams, and production agencies to craft complex multi-channel projects
- Collaborating with photo art directors and copywriters to craft elevated visual storytelling that brings fashion trends and lifestyle moments to life within product campaigns.
- Developing and maintaining consistent on-brand creative standards
- Managing design workflow and deadlines within a fast-paced and collaborative environment
- Contributing to seasonal and campaign kick-off presentations with department and company leadership
- Maintaining an intimate understanding of the brand DNA, the [REDACTED] customer and staying up-to-date on the National Football League, fashion, industry trends and other retail brands as they pertain to A&F's competitive landscape
- Utilizing a strong sense of team-orientated, positive, proactive and project driving skills on a daily basis
What Do You Need to Bring?
- Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Marketing, or related field required
- 5+ years of experience within a high-paced, cross-functional creative environment, preferably within Marketing/Fashion Retail
- Experience working in an iconic, branded environment for an international organization
- An interest in the NFL and general knowledge of the teams
- A strong portfolio of relevant design work showcasing abilities across multiple platforms from print to digital
- Strong design and conceptual skills with a good understanding of typography and layout for digital/mobile media
- Experience communicating and collaborating within a creative marketing team
- Proficiency in a variety of rapid prototyping and design tools including Figma and Adobe Creative Suite
- Experience with motion graphics and Adobe After Effects a plus
- Must be organized, self-motivated, and passionate about branding and the e-commerce landscape
Our Company [REDACTED] Co. (A&F Co.) is a global retailer of five iconic, omnichannel lifestyle brands catering to the kid through millennial customer: [REDACTED] & Fitch, [REDACTED] kids, YPB, Hollister and Gilly Hicks. At A&F Co., we're here for our associates, customers and communities on the journey to being and becoming who they are – and because no journey is the same, we strive to create an inclusive culture, where everyone is free to share ideas. Our Values We lead with purpose and always put our people first, which is evidenced by our Great Place to Work™ Certification, as well as being a 2021 recipient of Fortune's Best Workplaces in Retail, and named a Best Place to Work for LGBTQ+ Equality by the Human Rights Campaign for 16 consecutive years. We're proud to offer equitable compensation and benefits, including flexibility and competitive Paid Time Off, as well as education and engagement events, including various Associate Resource Groups, volunteer opportunities and additional time off to give back to our global communities. What You'll Get As an [REDACTED] & Fitch Co. (A&F Co.) associate, you'll be eligible to participate in a variety of benefit programs designed to fit you and your lifestyle. A&F is committed to providing simple, competitive, and comprehensive benefits that align with our Company's culture and values, but most importantly – with you! We also provide competitive incentives to reward the commitment our associates have for moving our global business forward:
- Incentive bonus program
- 401(K) savings plan 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 through [REDACTED]
- Access to mental health and wellness app, [REDACTED]
- Paid Caregiver Leave
- Mobile Stipend
- Paid time off & one paid volunteer day per year, allowing you to give back to your community
- Work from anywhere (Mondays and Fridays are "work from anywhere" days for most roles & six work from anywhere weeks per year)
- Seven associate wellness half days per year
- Onsite fitness center
- Merchandise discount on all of our brands
- Opportunities for career advancement, we believe in promoting from within
- Access to multiple Associate Resource Groups
- Global team of people who will celebrate you for being YOU!
Additional Information [REDACTED] IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER This role allows for remote work across the U.S.. Therefore, in states and cities that require the hourly or salary compensation or pay range to be included in a job posting, the recruiting pay range for this position is $80,000 - $95,000. Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary may include your specific skills, your years of experience, your work location, comparison to other employees in similar or related roles, or market demands. The range may be modified in the future. Roles & Responsibilities
- Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Marketing, or related field
- 5+ years of experience in a fast-paced, cross-functional creative environment, preferably within marketing or fashion retail
- Strong portfolio of design work across multiple platforms (print to digital) and branded environments
- Proficiency in Figma and Adobe Creative Suite, with experience in motion graphics (After Effects a plus)
Requirements
- Concept and implement a cohesive seasonal visual language that captures the brand's evolving fashion and lifestyle story across stores and digital channels
- Partner with creative leads, strategists, and merchants to visualize and execute design solutions across all brand touchpoints, including stores and digital channels
- Collaborate with NFL, NFL teams, production agencies, photo art directors, and copywriters to craft elevated visual storytelling for product campaigns
- Develop and maintain on-brand creative standards; manage design workflow and deadlines in a fast-paced environment; contribute to seasonal and campaign kick-off presentations; stay up-to-date on NFL, fashion trends, and [REDACTED] & Fitch's competitive landscape
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