Abercrombie & Fitch Looking for ART DIRECTOR – abercrombie kids at Columbus, Ohio Full Time

Job Description

The abercrombie kids Art Director will work with the Creative Director to develop and refine the creative vision for the kids brand. They will own the vision for our creative marketing content and guide the team responsible for its execution.  This individual would be accountable for collaborating to create original branded content and ideas, along with fostering the organization and cross-functional partnership required to execute against the overall brand strategy. 

What will you be doing?

• Work closely with the Creative Director on the conceptual development and execution of seasonal content
• Evolve the brand handwriting for a new generation of consumers, building off existing brand foundation
• Collaborate with broader creative team to ensure visuals and content are synergized, telling focused brand stories and fulfilling deliverables across all channels
• Understand current trends in social media, fashion, and culture – testing new ideas to further develop and advance the creative voice of the kids brand
• Communicate and collaborate effectively within the A&F Co. organization, clearly and effectively presenting ideas and projects to cross functional partners and all levels of leadership
• Help to implement a creative organization that supports a content-led marketing strategy
• Other projects and responsibilities as assigned

What will you need to bring?

• Bachelor’s degree in Design, Photography, Advertising or relevant experience required
• Minimum of 5+ years of art direction experience in fashion retail or related industry
• Experience working in an iconic, branded environment for an international organization
• Experience working with layout for print and digital media with and directing, training and guiding other layout artists and copywriters
• A strong eye for quality and trend as it relates to the Abercrombie & Fitch brands
• Experience managing and collaborating with large cross-functional teams

Our Company

Abercrombie & Fitch Co. (A&F Co.) is a global retailer of five iconic, omnichannel lifestyle brands catering to the kid through millennial customer: Abercrombie & Fitch, abercrombie kids, Hollister, Gilly Hicks and Social Tourist. 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. 

Additional Information

ABERCROMBIE & FITCH CO. IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER