Art Director Print

Job Number: 2053

Position Title: Art Director-Print

External Description:

BASIC PURPOSE:

 

The Print Art Director is responsible for executing print creative (mainly catalogs, mailers, and inserts) from concepting and layout design, through the file release and post-production stages. This position works closely with senior creatives and partnering teams to develop and maintain a high visual standard for the overall look of all printed materials, and ensures that design responsibilities are completed on time.

 

 

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:

 

• Design layouts that bridge the creative concepts, merchandising and marketing strategies, resulting in a visually impactful and engaging brand shopping experience — fashion editorial-quality layouts with sophisticated type design and composition.

 

• Develop new layout and storytelling ideas — establish an overall look & feel with appropriate swipe, layout design and copy treatments. Bring fresh ideas and newness to each project, while always staying on-brand and mindful of the Talbots customer.

 

• Collaborate with Photo & Visual Merchandising teams prior to photo shoot, to ensure a unified creative vision of product presentation in layouts. Prior to photo shoot, create initial layouts based on the shot sheet.

 

• Place dailies from photo shoot into layouts. Design and place editorial/promotional copy in layouts. Refine and prepare layouts for Executive review process: make revisions as needed, working closely with Senior Creatives on layout re-designs and new photo edits for follow-up reviews.

 

• Work with Copy & Graphic Production teams to tighten up and finalize layouts for release. Review bluelines to ensure that layouts are clean and design specs/standards are met. Provide clear
  and detailed retouching direction on all catalog photography via PDF mark-ups. Review color proofs in conjunction with Photo & Print Production teams to ensure that all retouching work has met our high-quality standards.

 

• Execute related design projects in addition to catalog creative, such as marketing/PR pieces and promotional inserts. Provide concepting support on seasonal campaigns and brand initiatives.

 

• Communicate project status to manager and partnering teams. Proactively navigate the creative process, schedules and deadlines.

 

 

KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE:

 

• College degree and 5+ years of related experience.
• Retail/fashion brand experience desired.
• Expert in Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Acrobat and Bridge.
• Knowledge of printing techniques and production.
• Able to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with tight schedules and deadlines.
• Must be highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong understanding of ongoing trends in fashion, retail and design industries.

 

 

INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL RELATIONSHIPS:

 

INTERNAL

Senior VP of Marketing

Senior Creative VP

Creative Director

Creative Director of Photography, Photo Art Directors

Visual Merchandising

Copywriters

Graphic Production

Project Managers

Print Production

Marketing

Merchandising

 

EXTERNAL

Print/Retouching Vendors

 

 

 

 

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Community / Marketing Title: Art Director Print

Company Profile:

Talbots is a leading omni-channel specialty retailer of women's clothing, shoes and accessories. Established in 1947, the company is known for modern classic style that's both timeless and timely, fine quality craftsmanship and gracious service. At Talbots relationships are the key to our business, we hire individuals who bring new ideas to the table, understand smart risk taking and  can enhance an already thriving culture.  With a commitment to offer modern classic style for every body type, through a  full range of sizes, inclusive to every woman in your life.

EEO Employer Verbiage:

Talbots is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. Hiring decisions are based upon a candidate's qualifications as they relate to the requirements of the position under consideration and are made without regard to race, sex, national origin, color, age, disability, veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, religion, or any other category protected by applicable law. Talbots is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for job applicants with disabilities. If you require an accommodation to perform the essential duties of the position you are seeking or to participate in the application process please contact recruiting@talbots.com. Talbots will make reasonable accommodations for otherwise qualified applicants or employees, unless such accommodations would impose an undue hardship on the operations of the Company’s business.

PositionType_Description: Full Time

Location_formattedLocationLong: Hingham, Massachusetts US