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POSITION TITLE: Graphics and Print Designer - Offline CAD & Graphics
REPORTS TO: Associate Design Director
SUPERVISES: Assistant Designer
POSITION SUMMARY:
Work within the CAD/Graphics team to implement Offline pattern/graphics direction in all aspects of the design process- from initial concept stage and presentation, to development and execution of the final product.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Work with Design/ Concept teams to establish pattern/color/trend direction and interpret into artwork appropriate for brand
- Oversee all aspects of presentation from boards to articulation of ideas and seasonal direction
- Make frequent presentations to design/merch and production teams
- Manage and oversee Brand DNA of all prints/graphics
- Push innovation in print and graphics while maintaining Offline brand DNA
- Research and create new trends in graphic design and production techniques
- Work with Director to provide brand right print and graphic trends and direction to Assistant Designer
- Create graphic design concepts and board presentations for each season
- Organize all graphics by season and category and keep up to date linesheets
- Participate in collaborative meetings, suggesting appropriate prints and graphics when needed
- Manage and provide art direction for direct reports with graphic scale, concept and placement
- Oversee graphic strike off execution/work with Production and Design teams to review all samples
- Protect brand handwriting and DNA across all pattern and graphics
- Create and color patterns, knits, seamless layouts, and textures
- Create technical breakdown of all pattern, fabric and graphic layouts for design as communication tool for development
- Provide production ready artwork, in both print and electronic format, for internal and external partners
- Collaborate with Design to approve strike offs and fabric developments
- Collaborate with Design on the visualization, presentation, and communication of pattern concepts through CAD artwork
- Delivering newness and Innovation is key; elevate the brand aesthetic by delivering on trend fashion graphics
- Organize and own seasonal assortment of graphics for chain/web/international needs
- Manage and balance workload. Ability to prioritize and manage multiple seasons at once
- In person/in-office collaboration is required, three to five days of the week, dictated by business needs. Such collaboration includes work centralized around product development, milestone meetings, fittings, and approvals
QUALIFICATIONS: - Bachelor's Degree in Design or Textile Design (or equivalent experience in CAD Design)
- At least 5 years of related print or graphic experience- bonus for background in activewear/intimates textile development
- Knowledge of graphic development and execution/production
- Experience with CAD systems (Kaledo)
- Knowledge of Adobe Illustrator & PhotoShop required
- Knowledge of repeat patterns, textile printing, yarn dye reproduction
- Strong sense of color for the creation of color ways and the ability to match colors accurately
- Ability to act as liaison between many departments: excellent communication and analytic skills
PAY/BENEFITS INFORMATION: - Actual starting pay is determined by various factors, including but not limited to relevant experience and location.
- Subject to eligibility requirements, associates may receive health care benefits (including medical, vision, and dental); wellness benefits; 401(k) retirement benefits; life and disability insurance; employee stock purchase program; paid time off; paid sick leave; and parental leave and benefits.
- Paid Time Off, paid sick leave, and holiday pay vary by job level and type, job location, employment classification (part-time or full-time / exempt or non-exempt), and years of service. For additional information, please click here.
- AEO may also provide discretionary bonuses and other incentives at its discretion.
About UsAmerican Eagle Outfitters (NYSE: AEO) is a portfolio of unique, loved and enduring brands with merchandise assortments that consist of high-quality, on-trend apparel, intimates, activewear, accessories, and personal care products.
AEO operates stores in the United States, Canada, Mexico, and Hong Kong, and ships to approximately 80 countries worldwide through its websites. American Eagle and Aerie merchandise also is available at more than 300 international locations operated by licensees in approximately 30 countries.
AEO is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to complying with all federal, state and local equal employment opportunity ("EEO") laws. AEO prohibits discrimination against associates and applicants for employment because of the individual's race or color, religion or creed, alienage or citizenship status, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, gender identity or expression, marital or partnership status, domestic violence or stalking victim status, genetic information or predisposing genetic characteristics, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. This applies to all AEO activities, including, but not limited to, recruitment, hiring, compensation, assignment, training, promotion, performance evaluation, discipline and discharge. AEO also provides reasonable accommodation of religion and disability in accordance with applicable law.