Job Description 

The Art Director will work with the Creative Director to develop and refine the creative vision for the A&F lifestyle brand. They will own the vision for our A&F e-commerce marketing content and guide the team responsible for its execution.  This individual would be accountable for collaborating to create original branded content and ideas, along with fostering the organization and cross-functional partnership required to execute against the overall brand strategy. 

This job is located at our Global Home Office in Columbus, Ohio.  

What Will You Be Doing? 

• Work closely with the Creative Director on the conceptual development and execution of seasonal editorial and e-commerce photography for the A&F brand, ensuring that all creative content aligns with the brand's guidelines and is consistent with the overall brand aesthetic – this includes casting, lighting design, set and prop direction, editing, color and post-production guidelines.
  • Build and present seasonal editorial direction and style guides for Abercrombie & Fitch and YPB brands, collaborating with broader creative team to ensure visuals and content are synergized, telling focused brand stories and fulfilling deliverables across all channels.  
  • Manage all studio e-commerce photography, including shoot planning, on set management, casting, and final deliverable selects, partnering closely with studio photographers, stylists, and production teams. 
  • Art direct e-commerce and review daily edits from e-commerce teams prior to upload.
  • Collaboratively concept, direct and execute assigned in-house marketing and chase fashion shoots with styling and editorial ADs/ Creative Director.
• Partner closely with studio director and production teams to calendarize, schedule and staff studio e-commerce shoots and special projects, on time and within budget.
• Lead and empower studio team through roadblocks and unexpected problems, challenging the team to seek creative design solutions that advance our brand and speak to the customer.
• Understand current trends in social media, fashion, and culture – testing new ideas to further develop and advance the creative voice of the A&F brand.
• Communicate and collaborate effectively within the A&F organization, clearly and effectively presenting ideas and projects to cross functional partners and all levels of leadership.
• Evolve the brand handwriting for a new generation of consumers, building off existing brand foundation.
• Help to implement a creative organization that supports a content-led marketing strategy.
• Other projects and responsibilities as assigned.

What Do You Need To Bring? 

• Bachelor’s degree in Design, Photography, Advertising or related field required
• Minimum of 7+ years of art direction experience in fashion retail or related industry
• Experience working in an iconic, branded environment for an international organization
• Experience working with layout for print and digital media with and directing, training and guiding other layout artists and copywriters
• A strong eye for quality and trend as it relates to the Abercrombie & Fitch brands
• Experience managing and collaborating with large cross-functional teams

Our Company 

Abercrombie & Fitch Co. (A&F Co.) is a global, digitally-led, omnichannel specialty retailer of apparel and accessories catering to kids through millennials with assortments curated for their specific lifestyle needs.    

Our Values 

Our corporate purpose of being here for you on the journey to being and becoming who you are, fuels our customer-led brands and our global associates. We lead with this purpose and always put our people first, which is evidenced by our Great Place to Work™ Certification, as well as being named a Best Place to Work for LGBTQ+ Equality by the Human Rights Campaign. In addition to equitable compensation and benefit offerings, including flexibility and competitive Paid Time Off, we offer a range of educational and engagement opportunities, including various Associate Resource Groups, volunteer opportunities and additional time off to give back to our global communities.     

What You'll Get

As an Abercrombie & Fitch Co. (A&F Co.) associate, you’ll be eligible to participate in a variety of benefit programs designed to fit you and your lifestyle. A&F is committed to providing simple, competitive, and comprehensive benefits that align with our Company’s culture and values, but most importantly – with you! We also provide competitive incentives to reward the commitment our associates have for moving our global business forward:  

• Incentive bonus program
• 401(K) savings plan with company match
• Annual companywide review process
• Flexible spending accounts
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life and disability insurance
• Associate assistance program
• Paid parental and adoption leave
• Access to fertility and adoption benefits through Carrot
• Access to mental health and wellness app, Headspace
• Paid Caregiver Leave
• Mobile Stipend
• Paid time off & one paid volunteer day per year, allowing you to give back to your community
• Seven associate wellness half days per year
• Onsite fitness center
• Merchandise discount on all of our brands
• Opportunities for career advancement, we believe in promoting from within
• Access to multiple Associate Resource Groups
• Global team of people who will celebrate you for being YOU!

ABERCROMBIE & FITCH CO. IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER