Art Director

Founded in 1878, Caleres, originally known as Brown Shoe Company, is a global footwear company comprised of some of the world’s most loved brands including Famous Footwear, Sam Edelman, Naturalizer, Dr. Scholl's, and Allen Edmonds and many more. Caleres' legacy includes 145+ years of craftsmanship, a passion for fit with a mission to inspire people to feel great…feet first.Join our dynamic and thriving footwear company as an Art Director in St. Louis, MO where you'll have the opportunity to make an impact and shape the future of our renowned brands. If you have a passion for fashion, eager to learn and have an eye for detail, this is the perfect role for you! As a member of our team, you'll be part of a company that values results, caring and learning. What will you be doing? Lead Creative Production: Oversee creative execution from pre-production through post-production (in-house and external partners) Drive 360° Campaign Excellence: Partner closely with the Associate Creative Director and Brand Marketing Manager to execute integrated campaigns Create Performance-Minded Work: Lead concepting for paid media deliverables with a strong understanding of engagement and conversion best practices Lead & Execute: Step in to execute hands‑on design work as needed while maintaining high quality and attention to detail Stay Ahead of Trends: Continuously research competitive brands and evolving digital trends Perks you will enjoy! Our Shoe Discounts: No matter your style, we’ve got your perfect fit covered with a 30% Associate Discount across Famous Footwear and Caleres brands Benefits that Start Day One: To learn more details about our total rewards including 401k, health benefits and PTO, visit yourcaleres.com Get Paid When You Want: Access your money as you earn it and request your earnings before payday Mental Wellness: Your mental health is important to us, and we offer free, 24/7 confidential support and resources through CompPsych EAP for eligible associates Relaxed Dress Code: At Caleres, we believe that the right shoes can take you anywhere, and your authentic self is always in style. Feel free to leave your professional attire in the back of your closet! Site Perks: Full access to our onsite gym, Starbucks, Grab and Go Market, and free parking located in the convenient area of downtown Clayton, MO Qualifications that make you the perfect fit! BA in Commercial Art, Graphic Design, or related field 3–6 years experience in an advertising agency, in-house creative team, or digitally focused brand environment Advanced proficiency in the Adobe Creative Suite programs Experience on set/in-studio environment Experience with Microsoft Office, Figma/Sketch, and project management tools Strong understanding of typography, color, composition, and digital design (Print experience preferred) Caleres is an Equal Opportunity Employer by choice. We believe our company should be as diverse as the consumers we serve. We seek and engage talented individuals from all backgrounds, ethnicities, genders, lifestyles, and belief systems. Caleres is invested in our Associates. We regularly review our pay matrices and update appropriately based on need. Starting pay is determined by several factors, including relevant skills, qualifications, and experience. The actual pay will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location. Please visit yourcaleres.com to review all associated benefits. Fraudulent Recruiting Disclaimer: Please beware of fraudulent recruiting. Legitimate Caleres, contacts will use @caleres.com email address. We do not request money, checks, equipment orders, or sensitive personal data during the recruitment process. If you have been asked for any of the above, or believe you have been contacted by someone posing as a Caleres employee, please refer to our fraudulent recruiting statement found here: #J-18808-Ljbffr Caleres, Inc.