Anthropologie West Coast Art Director

The West Coast Art Director with the Anthro Creative Director to develop creative first concepts and to direct the look and feel across fashion and home. Projects include developing social first content for seasonal campaigns, product drops, and influencer content.

The ideal candidate will have an in-depth understanding of styling, photography, creative, social media and how to balance performance and innovation. This candidate requires a forward-thinking mindset, creativity & consumer insights to create content across the business. This cross-functional role is responsible for leveraging Anthropologie’s creativity and campaigns to build global moments that elevate the brand. Photography experience is a must!

• Concept Development: The Art Director will work with the creative director to concept stills and video content across all social channels. The Art Director will lead bi-weekly brainstorms  and work closely with the marketing team. This includes developing briefs for the Creative Director and Executive Creative Director's approval prior to shooting.
• Concept Pre Production: This candidate will be responsible for managing production logistics, from coordinating a photo shoot, or locations for content to be captured.

The West Coast Art Director should have expertise in the following areas

• This candidate will need a background in concepting and executing assets across stills and low-fi video (iphone). Photography experience is a must.

• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite 

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment

• 2+ years experience with social media content creation and strategy in house for a brand

• Experience managing and running shoots on-set

• Knowledge of current trends in fashion, lifestyle, and digital marketing
• This role is based in Los Angeles, CA or the surrounding areas

URBN offers comprehensive Perks & Benefits to employees. Availability and eligibility to specific benefits may be subject to your location and employment status. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, PTO, generous employee discounts, retirement savings and much more! For additional information visit www.urbn.com/work-with-us/benefits

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