OUR COMPANY

Abercrombie & Fitch Co. is a portfolio of five global renowned lifestyle brands: Abercrombie & Fitch abercrombie kids Hollister Gilly Hicks and Social Tourist. We reach customers across 120+ countries and strive to create inclusive welcoming omni-channel experiences for our global customers.

OUR VALUES

How do we do it? Every day our associates show up and empower one another to stay curious and think big. As a team of relentless innovators we aren’t afraid to dream boldly. We are accountable and aim to the highest caliber to understand push boundaries and embrace change. We coach mentor care and bring our best selves every day because we are in this together. Whether you lead yourself a team or the company everyone is a leader at A&F.

OUR BRAND

At A&F we’re on a mission to inspire our customers to be confident feel comfortable and face their fierce. Our goal is to create relevant products and brand experiences that allow our customers to define the narrative of their own stories. We approach the work week with a long weekend mindset: free from stress and with time well spent we can realize our full potential.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Are you aesthetic-obsessed? Passionate about typography logo marks and the perfect color palette? Would you jump at the chance to be part of one of the world’s most recognizable brands? At Abercrombie we’re doing just that - and our Creative Department is seeking an Associate Designer with an exceptional eye to join our cause. In this role the Associate Designer works within the Marketing and Product Creative team on concepting and designing brand campaigns product design within the fragrance space for Fierce and collateral based on A&F seasonal marketing initiatives. This opportunity isfocused oncreating visual executions across all marketing channels based on established style guides and art direction provided by creative leads. You’ll collaborate closely with Creative Directors Digital Strategists Merchants and Brand Marketing teams to create innovative and on-brand creative for the global Abercrombie brand. The best candidates recognize the value of a connected brand experience from desktop to mobile to stores and have a passion for solving problems influencing in a cross-functional context and delivering exceptional design. At Abercrombie 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 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 Abercrombie forward. This position will report directly to our Abercrombie Senior Art Director.

WHAT WILL YOU BE DOING?

• Working closely within the Marketing Creative team to concept and implement a cohesive visual style for seasonal brand marketing campaigns and key product developments including the Fierce fragrance collection.
• Partnering with design leads digital strategists and merchants to visualize and execute design solutions across all brand touchpoints
• Collaborating with imagery and copy teammates to elevate the visual storytelling around trend and lifestyle stories for product campaigns
• Maintaining consistent on-brand creative standards using a brand style guide
• 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 our customer and staying up-to-date on fashion e-commerce 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 WILL YOU NEED TO BRING?

• Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design or related experience prefferred
• Minimum 4 years of Digital Design experience within a high-paced cross-functional creative environment preferably within Marketing Retail and Product Design & Development
• Experience working in an iconic branded environment for an international organization
• A strong portfolio of relevant design work showcasing abilities across multiple platforms
• Strong design and conceptual skills with a good understanding of typography and layout for multiple marketing channels
• Experience communicating and collaborating within a creative marketing team
• Proficiency in a variety of rapid prototyping and design tools - Adobe Creative Suite
• Experience with motion graphics Adobe After Effects and/or SketchUp a plus
• Must be organized self-motivated and passionate about branding through an ever-changing multi-channel landscape

ABERCROMBIE & FITCH CO. IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

This position is not open to applicants residing in or otherwise based in the State of Colorado. The work location is flexible if approved by the Company except that the position may not be performed remotely from within the State of Colorado.

Abercrombie & Fitch Co. is a portfolio of global lifestyle brands (Abercrombie & Fitch Co., abercrombie kids, Hollister, and Gilly Hicks) that share a commitment to offering products of enduring quality and exceptional comfort – allowing consumers around the world to express their own individuality and style. The company operates approximately 850 stores under these brands across North America, Europe, Asia and the Middle East, as well as the e-commerce sites www.abercrombie.com and www.hollisterco.com.