Fashion Senior Art Director
Where
- New York, NY
What you'll be doing
- The Fashion Senior Art Director will develop photo, design and typography concepts that are brand-right and cut through the clutter. Candidate will also help implement said concepts through both direction and hands-on execution. Other responsibilities of this position such as fashion shoot art direction with high taste level. Keen eye for editing and cropping. Conceptualize, design, present and produce brand positioned print catalogues from inception to completion with collaboration of Associate Creative Director. Introduce new freelance talent (photographer/hair/makeup/models) that elevate company imagery. Create imaginative layouts with a keen sense of typography, layout, color and photography. Maintain design standards throughout all collateral. Research and maintain creative reference library, design, typography, fashion and culture and current trends. Interface with internal client, Creative, Photographer and Pre Production team in color management and retouching, working through logistics internally and externally. Function as liaison between Merchants, Associate Creative Directors, Copywriters and Pre-press Production teams in resolving issues and driving creative process. Advise and collaborate with Art Directors and graphic designers to inspire design and establish seasonal campaigns and advertising. Work collaboratively with Art Directors in selection of photos, cropping and design. Responsibilities would also include creation of logos, creation of formats/layouts and creation of mood boards and manipulation of references for presentation purposes, release and shipping of files. Projects may also include print ads, new media and various promotional materials.
What your background should be
- Required minimum of 5 years experience in advertising/graphic design, 5-7 years experience in print collateral, corporate identity, brand development and packaging. Motivated, proactive, highly organized and able to adapt to changing priorities. Strong organizational and communication skills. Strong attention to detail. Fluent in In-Design, Photoshop and Illustrator. Fashion and luxury brand knowledge is a must. Team player and problem solver in a demanding deadline driven environment.
Required Schooling / Training
- BFA in Graphic Design
Who is the client company
- This is an upscale chain of department store selling a variety of garments such as skirts, corsets, gent furnishings and European fashions.
- If you are interested in this position, send your resume to apply@kochdavis.com
