Vans: Associate Creative Director, AMER

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Vans is the original brand rooted in the authentic lifestyle of skateboarding. We are driven by our mission to inspire and empower everyone to live “Off The Wall” – embracing the youthful spirit of freedom, non-conformity, and relentless progression. Yesterday’s “Off The Wall” moment is today’s new normal, and at Vans, we believe in constantly outdoing ourselves. Together with our communities across the globe, our vision is to push culture forward because we believe that the pursuit of progression never ends. We are constantly inspired by the future generation of positive catalysts within our community.

So, before we get to the job details, take a minute to learn a little more about us – our values and our culture. If you can see yourself working side-by-side with a team of people who think and live “Off the Wall,” Vans just may be the place for you.

To learn more about our values and our culture, visit Vans Careers or www.vans.com.

What will you do?

A day in the life of a [Associate Creative Director] at Vans looks a little like this.

As the Associate Creative Director, Vans Americas you will be responsible for overseeing a number of simultaneous projects and teams, within which they will be developing the design direction, ensuring efficient internal and external communication, making stylistic decisions, and reviewing and providing feedback as well as getting your hands dirty throughout the project. You will work alongside the creative director across multiple projects in marketing, artistic direction, concept development and creation.

Let’s break down that day-in-the-life a bit more.

• Oversee multiple categories and develop an ongoing, multi season campaign, informed by consumer and market insights that pushes the boundaries of what it means to be off the wall

• Works with Integrated team to develop creative concepts and executions of category creative for multiple channel and consumer touchpoints, and experiences inclusive of digital, retail, and events, while partnering cross functionally in reviewing and developing creative to ensure the work is on brief.

• Oversees photo and video shoots, both on location and in studio, including prep, styling, and editing, as well as graphic development of the campaign creative.

• Provides support in presentation of campaign concept and execution and helping to drive stakeholder alignment.

• Mentors and guides creative staff to ensure the work is on brand and creatively progressive.

• Remains current on industry trends, technology, and best practices.

What do you need to succeed?

We all have unique skills that we bring to work and celebrate every day. For this role, there are foundation skills you’ll need to succeed and excel. Additionally, while formal education in a related field is great to have, we are most interested in your 6+ years of experience and professional achievements.

The foundation skills you will need in this position are:

• A design, art, background, and 6+ years of design experience in an agency setting or design department is required. 3-4 years of supervisory experience is strongly preferred.

• Exceptional working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite, experience with product photography and art direction, and a deep knowledge of graphic design and typography, and current design trends.

• Excellent communication and presentation skills, and ability to manage and direct a diverse team of creatives

• Strong people leadership skills and collaborative mindset showcasing a high aptitude for agility and positive change. Your diverse experiences and positivity enable you to provide a unique perspective to fuel our global growth and lead with purpose and empathy. You are inclusive and value differing points of view. You hire, develop and support a team that reflects our global consumer base.

• Experience working for or being in-house at a major brand.

• Location requirement: The ideal candidate will reside within the greater Los Angeles region.

What do we offer you?

At Vans, we know you expect as much from us as we do from you. That is why we make a commitment to support and grow our people. We offer extensive development and growth opportunities for your current and future positions, a competitive compensation package, and a strong benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).

Our commitment extends beyond this and into your daily work life. We strive to foster a diverse and inclusive culture based on respect, connection, and authenticity. Our focus on DEI is at the foundation of who we are and what we do.

To learn more about Vans’ benefits package, follow this MyVFBenefits.com and click “Looking to Join VF”.

To learn more about Vans‘ Diversity and Inclusion efforts, go to www.vans.com.

Now WE have a question for YOU.

Are you in?

Hiring Range:

Incentive Potential: This position is eligible for additional compensation awards that may include an annual incentive plan, sales incentive, or commission potential. Specific details of the additional compensation eligibility for this position will be provided during the recruiting and interview process.

Benefits at VF Corporation: You can review a general overview of each benefit program offered, including this year's medical plan rates on www.MyVFbenefits.com and by clicking Looking to Join VF? Detailed information on your benefits will be provided during the hiring process.

Please note, our hiring ranges are determined and built from market pay data. In determining the specific compensation for this position, we comply with all local, state, and federal laws.

At VF, we value a diverse, inclusive workforce and we provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. All qualified applicants for employment will be considered without regard to an individual’s race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, family care status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws. If you are unable to submit your application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at peopleservices@vfc.com. VF will reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities to the extent required by applicable law.

Pursuant to all applicable local Fair Chance Ordinance requirements, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, VF will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.