POSITION TITLE : Graphic Designer – International Creative Services
REPORTS TO : Senior Art Director

POSITION SUMMARY :

As part of the International Creative Services team, you will be responsible for designing style guides and art for both print and digital assets that outlines overall design aesthetic, typographical studies, color palettes, design assets and conceptual channel-specific layouts for international marketing initiatives such as regional specific holidays & global milestones. Collaborate with our cross functional partners in Marketing, Product Design, & Visual Merchandising on all assets, ensure brief requests and deadlines are met and fulfilled fully. These guides and assets will include, but not be limited to, Emails, Social Media Content, Websets, Windows, & In Store Signage. This position will cover both the American Eagle and Aerie brands for our international markets. You should have an understanding of international holidays, cultures and markets, as well as the ability to do some basic research when needed.

RESPONSIBILITIES :

• First priority is to continue to elevate brand visuals and develop tools to foster implementation of creative brand strategies.
• Develop all creative concepts & art files in close partnership with copy and marketing.
• You will partner with the Associate Manager – Graphic Design and the Associate Art Director - Digital to create:
  • High-level style guide (Lock-ups, color palettes, typography studies, initial channel concepts)
    • You will be responsible for working files, release ready files & templates
  • Window concepts & art
  • Upper Designs
  • Interior Signage layouts
  • OOH, seasonal activation concepts
  • Websets
  • Emails
  • Social Media Assets
• Research current design and graphic trends in art and design, fashion, retail and marketing. Share inspiration with the team.
• Create and maintain a positive environment for a full cross-functional team; key focus on collaboration between all team members.
• Assemble Store Production and Installation guides for all seasonal store rollouts which include windows and/or store propping elements
• Assist with basic video editing

SOFT SKILLS :

• Active listening & solution-oriented thinking
• Clear, concise and purposeful visual & verbal communication style
• A passion for the vision and ability to present effectively to any level of leadership
• A self-starter with creative thought leadership and ability to inspire; drive to collaborate
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, time-management and planning skills; AKA comfortable working in a fast-paced, detail- and deadline-oriented environment with the ability to drive productive and positive conversations
• Knowledge of global fashion and pop culture lexicons.

QUALIFICATIONS :

• Bachelor’s Degree in Graphic Design or related field
• 3-6 years experience working in a retail or agency environment (or equivalent experience and abilities)
• Expert level of knowledge in Adobe creative suite (Photoshop, Illustrator & Indesign)
• Expert level knowledge of Figma
• Basic video editing skills

PAY/BENEFITS INFORMATION:

• Actual starting pay is determined by various factors, including but not limited to relevant experience and location
• Subject to eligibility requirements, associates may receive health care benefits (including medical, vision, and dental); wellness benefits; 401(k) retirement benefits; life and disability insurance; employee stock purchase program; paid time off; paid sick leave; and parental leave and benefits
• Paid Time Off, paid sick leave, and holiday pay vary by job level and type, job location, employment classification (part-time or full-time / exempt or non-exempt), and years of service. For additional information, please click here
• AEO may also provide discretionary bonuses and other incentives at its discretion