Sr. Graphic Designer - Aerie Social Media
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POSITION TITLE: Senior Graphic Designer
REPORTS TO: Art Director
POSITION SUMMARY:
Design, develop and execute digital paid media and organic social media assets for Aerie and OFFLINE brands. Candidates should be self-motivated with very strong attention to detail and organizational skills, and have the ability to multi-task, manage their time efficiently and work well within a large team and with external media agencies.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Partner with copywriters, project managers, content producers, video editors and designers to create digital paid media and organic social assets. This includes sponsored ads, performance marketing ads, affiliate assets, organic IG/FB stories and REELS, organic FB/IG in-feed posts and video graphics
- Partner with and provide art direction to external media agencies on special paid media projects, such as TikTok challenges, Snapchat Lens, and more
- Manage, mentor and provide direction to direct report
- Serve as hands-on designer in the creative process; ensuring that creative execution supports the creative brief, brand and business strategy
- Adapt quickly and maintain accuracy through updates and changes
- Partner with the photo studio to request image assets
- Stay up to date with current digital advertising and social media design trends in fashion and marketing, along with relevant culture including music, cinema and literature
- Utilize color theory, page composition and grid structures, illustration and typography
- Other projects and responsibilities as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Graphic Design
- Portfolio of representative work will be required
- 3+ years experience in retail, design studio, agency or freelance ideal (Creative Agency, Retail experience a plus)
- Extremely Proficient in Mac and Adobe CS applications: Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects, InDesign
- Strong prioritizing, interpersonal, problem-solving, presentation, project management & planning skills
- A portfolio demonstrating a passion for digital and social media design and a mastery of online visual communication
- Collaborative skills and ability to work well within a team
- Ability to work in a fast-paced and deadline-oriented environment
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Self-motivated with critical attention to detail, deadlines and reporting
- Passion for retail and knowledge of the AEO Inc. family of brands
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