Job Description

Our Story

We make modern classics with character. We believe in true timelessness, the integrity of well-made clothes, and since our inception, great quality at a great price. That’s in our DNA.

But, we know it’s not only about the clothes—it’s about the feeling it gives the people who wear them , whether they’re confidently giving a presentation in a well-tailored suit; basking in long salty beach days in vibrant, colorful sun-soaked swimsuits, or joyfully re-discovering their favorite Rollneck sweater in their closet again and again, season after season.

And ultimately, it’s about helping our customers be the best, most authentic versions of themselves.

And that’s what we’re after, to inspire people’s lives and style.

Our dedication to Diversity, Equity, Belonging & Sustainability has been celebrated with industry recognition, reflecting our commitment to fostering an inclusive and sustainable workplace.

We welcome you to apply, even if you don't check all the boxes. Our passion is scouting life-long learners who are driven by curiosity, and who feel connected to our brands and share our desire to make an impact. We’re always seeking bright new talent who leverage their unique experiences to discover, grow and evolve with our teams

We are looking for a Men's Art Director possessing strong concept and design skills with a great aesthetic. Candidates will be responsible for creating concepts and designs and layouts for emails and all social media assets (instagram, blog, facebook…) in an engaging, relevant and inspiring style. Applicants must have a solid understanding of design principles and of the brand aesthetic, tools and typography with excellent organizational, collaborative and interpersonal skills to excel in this role. A strong knowledge of fashion (both runway looks and editorial), of photographers and seasonal trends is also required.

• Develop concepts for emails, blog posts and instagram stories. Map out seasonal concepts, shoot and design until final output.
• Collaborate with the VP of Brand Creative on all projects, including conceptual development, typography, layout, image retouching and photographing still imagery as well as social shoot.
• Contribute to the design team’s library of inspiration references.
• Collaborate with studio and location photographers and stylists to shoot emails and blog posts.
• Collaborate with copywriters & merchandisers to ensure correct content for each catalog.
• Collaborate with the retouching team to carry out cosmetic alterations and color accuracy for both on-figure and still imagery.
• Administer all aspects of the design process to manage the workflow from initial design through production & pre-press stages.

Qualifications:

• BS/BA degree or equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform essential functions of the job.
• 7+ years of experience
• Experience in Retail in an in-house capacity
• High-level of taste and visual aesthetics.
• Visually literacy and a passionate interest in fashion, seasonal trends and fashion editorials.
• Excellent production skills and craftsmanship.
• Detail-oriented, team player with creative problem solving and excellent communication skills.
• Flexibility & Time Management: ability to multi-task, prioritize workload and take responsibilities for deadlines.
• Ability to communicate ideas effectively
• Strong command of typography, layout, form and color
• Proficiency with Adobe CC, HTML, CSS, Responsive web design
• Firm understanding of web standards, cross-browser compatibility, and image optimization techniques

Benefits + Perks

• Health & Well-being - Eligible associates and family members receive medical, dental, prescription and vision insurance, family planning (fertility, adoption & surrogacy support), fitness discounts, medical travel and more.
• Associate Discount - We love our products just as much as you do! That’s why we offer a great associate discount across all of our brands (J.Crew, J.Crew Factory, and Madewell).
• Flex Fridays - In addition to our hybrid work model, we also close our office at 1:00 PM every Friday year-round.
• Community Impact - We support the communities where we live and work through our philanthropic efforts and the J.Crew Cares Program.
• Winter Break - In addition to our PTO package, J.Crew Group offers a winter break at the end of December to eligible full-time associates at the Home Office to provide time to refresh and recharge.

Job Tags

Similar Jobs