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Zalando

Jan 21

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Expert Level
  • Design
    Creative Arts & Fashion
  • Berlin

Requirements

  • Experience 10+ years of experience as a Senior Designer within a creative design team. Prior experience in fashion, lifestyle, or consumer-facing brands is a plus. At least 5+ years as a lead designer (ACD) driving creative concepts and managing design teams.
  • Design Expertise A contemporary visual design background with extensive experience across brand, and digital product design. Expertise in design systems, brand architecture, platform design, and key channels such as print, SoMe (Social Media), Display, and CRM.
  • Motion and Interactive Media Knowledge of moving pictures, interactive media, and motion design e.g., storyboarding is highly valued.
  • Collaborative and Process-Driven Highly organized, process-oriented, and a team player, with a keen eye for quality and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
  • Communication Skills Fluent in English, with strong verbal, visual, written, and presentation communication skills.
  • Technical Skills Proficient in Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and Figma. Knowledge of storyboarding for video, special design, and motion graphics is a plus.

Responsibilities

  • Support the creation and evolution of Zalando’s visual architecture, ensuring it remains consistent across all touchpoints.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including identity agencies, internal designers, and creative stakeholders, to develop visual systems and toolkits.
  • Act as a key advisor and consultant on brand mechanics across multiple formats—static, print, spatial, motion, and digital.
  • Support the design and implementation of brand strategies for commercial moments, helping teams ensure visual coherence across the on- and off-product consumer journey.
  • Innovate and evolve the brand experience by leading design sprints, pushing creative boundaries while staying true to brand values.
  • Provide creative direction and consultation (when needed) to external agencies, ensuring all outputs align with Zalando’s brand standards and strategic goals.

FAQs

What is the primary responsibility of the Creative Director at Zalando?

The primary responsibility of the Creative Director is to lead the Identity Team in shaping the Zalando brand by defining visual identities and creating distinct design systems that maintain brand consistency across various consumer touchpoints.

How many years of experience are required for this position?

The position requires a minimum of 10+ years of experience as a Senior Designer within a creative design team, with at least 5+ years in a lead designer role driving creative concepts and managing design teams.

What are the main skills required for the Creative Director role?

Key skills include expertise in contemporary visual design, brand architecture, and design systems, as well as knowledge of motion and interactive media, strong communication skills, and proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud and Figma.

Who will the Creative Director report to?

The Creative Director will report directly to the Head of Brand Design (Executive Creative Director), who will provide overall strategic direction, performance goals, and day-to-day guidance.

What kind of projects will the Creative Director work on?

The Creative Director will work on defining design systems for commercial moments, consulting on brand mechanics across various formats, and innovating the brand experience through design sprints.

Is experience in the fashion or lifestyle industry preferred for this role?

Yes, prior experience in fashion, lifestyle, or consumer-facing brands is considered a plus for this role.

Are there any specific tools or software that the Creative Director should be proficient in?

The Creative Director should be proficient in Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and Figma; knowledge of storyboarding for video, spatial design, and motion graphics is also a plus.

What type of team structure will the Creative Director be collaborating with?

The Creative Director will collaborate with internal teams, identity agencies, in-house brand and product designers, Art Directors, Copywriters, and Visual Merchandisers.

What diversity and inclusion initiatives does Zalando have?

Zalando is committed to being inclusive by design, celebrating diversity in hiring, and providing accommodations throughout the hiring process to support all candidates.

What benefits are offered to employees at Zalando?

Zalando offers various benefits including an employee shares program, discounts on fashion and beauty products, paid volunteering days, a hybrid working model, and health and wellbeing options, among others.

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Zalando

Europe’s leading online platform for fashion and lifestyle.

Retail & Consumer Goods
Industry
10,001+
Employees
2008
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Zalando is a leading European online platform for fashion and lifestyle, offering a wide range of clothing, footwear, accessories, and beauty products from various brands. Their ultimate mission is to provide customers with a seamless and inspiring shopping experience, blending fashion with technology to create innovative solutions. The purpose of Zalando is to revolutionise the fashion industry by offering a diverse and inclusive shopping environment where customers can discover and purchase the latest trends and styles conveniently online. They aim to empower people to express their individuality through fashion while fostering sustainability and ethical practices within the industry.

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