COS is a fashion brand for women and men who want timeless, modern, functional and considered design. Offering reinvented classics and wardrobe essentials, we create pieces that are made to last beyond the season. Since launching in 2007 we have opened stores in over 40 countries worldwide, all in carefully considered locations, applying a design concept that preserves the buildings’ original features whilst creating a modern, contemporary space. 

Are you passionate about visual brand identity? Are you a conceptual and creative thinker? Are you able to convey your ideas in an inspiring way?

If so, this could be the role for you. We are now looking for an Art Director to join our Brand & Communications-Creative Studio team. This role will report into the Head of Art Direction and is offered on a full time, permanent contract.

As the Art Director - Menswear, deliver the COS visual language and aesthetics for all brand imagery and 360 campaigns with a particular focus on menswear. In this role, you align creative direction with business objectives and contribute with creative solutions to inspire the COS customer and community.

What you will do

• Be responsible for the art direction and visual identity of COS to drive brand awareness, perception, traffic and revenue online and in-store
• Optimise studio imager online to enhance brand experience and drive conversation and brand experience
• Create and execute end-to-end 360 image campaigns, from creative concept to postproduction, overseeing every step of the process
• Research and present trends, photographers, styles and other external creative partners
• Support to increase brand engagement and develop the visual direction of COS Man
• Together with the Head of Art Direction, delivery the brand’s visual expression and ID
• Partner with the Styling Team regarding the overall style and fashion direction captured across all image shoots
• Oversee art direction and edits of studio imagery created at COS, working with Studio Production to meet deadlines
• Collaborate with the Content Team to optimise shoots by considering unique/additional content for each digital channel
• Develop and grow key relations with external creative partners inline with COS brand values
• Provide input on image and brand direction to the Global and Creative Teams within the business.
• Ensure assets are delivered to meet deadlines set by the Content Team.
• Give input on Global/Regional/Digital/Physical channel-specific content and imagery, whether it is for community, brand building or driving selling

• Proven working experience as Art Director within Mens fashion and retail
• Expert-level proficiency user of Adobe InDesign Photoshop & Bridge
• Experience in creating visuals for digital and social implementations, 360 campaigns, special projects, for organic and paid media channels
• Proficiency in design, retouching, video and motion is a plus
• Ability to drive and own development of ideas based on consumer insights, and deliver meaningful business results
• Genuine interest in and understanding of the COS brand and business, both visually and commercially
• Strong communicator with outstanding presentation skills

Please submit a copy of your portfolio to be considered for this position.

Why choose COS?  

When you first join COS we will give you a full training plan in store and access to our E-Learning tool. 

In addition to this you will also receive some fantastic benefits including;  

• 25% staff discount on all H&M Group brands. 
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays. 
• Employee Assistance Program 
• A range of long service benefits. 

Our Culture  
Over the last 10 years we have carefully built a culture where our people are supported, inspired and encouraged to be the best they can. Our brand is creative, forward thinking and modern; choosing longevity over passing trends.  

We set the bar high at COS; we are committed to recruiting great people, offering an environment where talent is recognised and valued. We believe that a diverse workforce plays an important role in the success of COS. We celebrate individual differences and appreciate the contribution that all our colleagues make.