Graphic Designer - Print & Concept

Job Description

Job Description

POSITION TITLE: Freelance Graphic Designer POSITION SUMMARY: In partnership with the Art Director – Concept , you will be responsible for creation and maintenance of brand style guides, image libraries, and internal presentations and documents. You will also support the Art Director & Graphic Designer of Concept with seasonal concept builds, including seasonal mood boards, logo development, typography studies, etc. You will support all three of our design functions as needed: concept & print. RESPONSIBILITIES:

• First priority is to elevate the brand projection by focusing on consistency, aesthetic and technical excellence in the creation and release of all assigned projects.
• Create and maintain internal and external style guides, brand asset libraries, image libraries, presentations and documents through cross-functional collaboration.
• Concept
  • Support seasonal concept development / sign-off processes by helping print, cut and set window room presentations
  • Support initial prototype releases, development and sign-off
  • Support internal milestone presentations and installations (Concept, Pre-Assortment, Coordination)
  • Support seasonal sizzle/marketing recap presentations
  • Logo and branding projects as assigned
• Print
  • Support print team during floorset build / sign-off which may include designing, printing, cutting and setting signage
  • Support the physical build and placement of signage as needed during floorset sign-off.
• Track schedule of all assigned projects to ensure deadlines are met for review meetings and release dates. Work through scheduling concerns and roadblocks with manager.
• Special projects, DM, OOH/Ads, coupons, handouts as assigned.
• Spec and release assigned projects.
  • Proof and review all routing packets to ensure flawless release.
• Research current design and graphic trends in art and design, fashion, retail and marketing.
• Create and maintain a positive environment for full cross-functional team; key focus on collaboration between all team members.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.
• Able to work in a hybrid environment, which will require working in person/in-office for a portion or all of a week based on the needs of the business