Ascena Retail Group

About us

KnitWell Group, a specialty retail operating company, comprises some of the most iconic brands in America – Ann Taylor, LOFT, Lane Bryant, and Talbots. Individually, our brands are unique and strong. Together, we are powerful.

Our common thread is our commitment to create exceptional products, provide memorable experiences, and achieve superior results. Our associates are innovators who thrive through collaboration and are dedicated to excellence. At the heart of it all are the customers we serve. We are dedicated to creating fashion that not only looks good but also makes our customers feel good.

About the role

This is a channel agnostic role, with responsibility around creating Ann Taylor brand campaign imagery from concept to execution every season. The Sr. Art Director will work closely with the Creative Director to concept and present seasonal campaigns in partnership with the Editorial Director with a true understanding of visual storytelling. This position ensures that the integrity of the brand imagery is present in advertising and editorial campaigns, collateral for direct mail, branded platforms, e-commerce and social media photography.

The impact you can have

• Bring high-level ideas to life through thoughtful research, strong visual storytelling, art direction and comprehension of the seasonal campaign story
• Support the Creative Director with creative concept development through visual research and mockups
• Support the Creative Director with on-set art direction of photo and video shoots by collaborating with photographers, stylists, and other members of the creative team
• Oversee post-production processes like retouching, video editing
• Uphold the brand’s creative direction while working closely with cross-functional business partners, delivering on core business needs while also ensuring the uniformity of brand projection and imagery
• Manage and mentor art director to help their career path
• Articulate and present creative work to the marketing team and senior leaders

You’ll bring to the role 

• 10-12 years of experience at similar brand in fashion/retail space
• Previous experience working in-house for similar brand
• In depth knowledge of the industry – photographers, stylists, models
• Ability to clearly articulate and present creative ideas
• Ability to reprioritize projects and work flow based on business needs
• Proven ability to manage relationships and drive process in a team environment
• Bachelors degree in Graphic Design or related field
• Expert knowledge of Mac OS and Adobe Creative Suite

Benefits at KnitWell Group 

• Merchandise discount at our brands: 50% off regular-priced merchandise at Ann Taylor, LOFT, & Lane Bryant (in store and online) 
• Support for your individual development plus career mobility within our family of brands 
• A culture of giving back – local volunteer opportunities, annual donation and volunteer match to eligible nonprofit organizations, and philanthropic activities to support our communities* 
• Medical, dental, vision insurance & 401(K) retirement* 
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 
• Time off – paid time off & holidays* 
• The target salary range for this role is: $140,000 - $150,000* 
• Any job offer will consider factors such your qualifications, relevant experience, and skills. Eligibility of certain benefits and associate programs are subject to employment type and role. 

This position works in a hybrid model, with three days per week worked in the Times Square Tower location and two days per week worked remotely. 

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Location:

Times Square Tower-ANN-New York, NY 10036

Position Type:

Regular/Full time

Equal Employment Opportunity

The Company is committed to hiring and developing the most qualified people at all levels. It is our policy in all personnel actions to ensure that all associates and potential associates are evaluated on the basis of qualifications and ability without regard to sex (including pregnancy), race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability that can reasonably be accommodated without undue hardship, genetic information, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected classification under federal, state, or local law. We do not discriminate in any of our employment policies and practices. All associates are expected to follow these principles in all relationships with other associates, applicants, or others with whom we do business.