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E-Commerce and Packaging Art Director

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John Lewis & Partners

1mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • Design
    Creative Arts & Fashion
  • London

AI generated summary

  • You should have Art Director experience in fashion/home, a strong portfolio, retouching skills, Adobe proficiency, e-com imagery knowledge, and excellent communication skills.
  • You will lead E-com imagery and packaging direction, manage teams, ensure brand consistency, oversee shoots, collaborate on retouching, and research industry trends while maintaining guidelines.

Requirements

  • Experience as an Art Director within fashion or home (ideally both) within a fast paced e-com studio environment
  • Have a strong portfolio of Art Direction ideally across fashion and home
  • Extremely knowledgeable in retouch processes, grade and colour work
  • Adobe Creative Suite - Photoshop, InDesign, Acrobat, Bridge
  • Google Slides, Sheets, Docs or equivalent
  • Understanding of e-com imagery ratios and spec requirements
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Responsibilities

  • Working with the Art Direction Lead to set the direction for E-com imagery and packaging
  • Lead and inspire a wide team of stylists, photographers, and set designers to maintain a high level of imagery that fulfills the brands guidelines
  • Responsible for maintaining and updating all E-com and Packaging guidelines
  • Cover all categories of the business across fashion and home
  • Working with the Art Direction Manager to ensure seasonal E-com updates are on track and external talent is booked in where necessary
  • Create an upbeat and positive work environment while maintaining pace of shoots
  • Weekly review of contact sheets across stills and fashion sharing feedback with the wider team
  • Manage multiple projects and live photography sets at the same time
  • Accountable for maintaining a consistent brand image across all touch points, building a cohesive premium customer journey
  • Flagging imagery on site that falls outside of brand guidelines to the relevant people
  • Research, conceptualise and execute assigned brand initiatives
  • Supporting on other campaigns or digital projects when required
  • Develop and maintain relationships with creative talent and research new talent
  • Work with the production team on castings and finding new talent
  • Arrange and oversee testing shoots for new e-com and packaging direction when needed
  • Keep up to date on trends within the e-com imagery industry and regularly do competitor research across e-com imagery and packaging
  • Oversees and approves all retouching for both packaging and e-commerce imagery, collaborating with the internal retouch team to ensure high-quality output.

FAQs

What is the salary range for the E-Commerce and Packaging Art Director position?

The expected salary for this position is between £45,000 and £65,000, depending on experience.

What type of contract is being offered for this role?

This position is a permanent contract.

What is the working pattern for this role?

The role adopts a hybrid working approach, with approximately four days a week in the office and the ability to work from home as needed.

Where is the office located?

This role is based at our Creative Studios in London (NW1) and our Head Office campus in Pimlico.

Are there any travel allowances for this position?

No, any costs incurred for travel to the office are the responsibility of the successful candidate, and there is no travel allowance for this role.

What are the key responsibilities of the E-Commerce and Packaging Art Director?

Key responsibilities include leading and inspiring the creative team, maintaining e-commerce and packaging guidelines, managing multiple projects and live photography sets, and overseeing retouching processes, among others.

What essential skills and experience are required for this role?

Candidates should have experience as an Art Director in fashion or home within a fast-paced e-com studio environment, a strong portfolio, knowledge of retouch processes, and proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite.

Are there any desirable skills or experience for this role?

Desirable experience includes managing an e-com studio and styling, whether on model or still life.

Will I be required to mentor other creatives in this position?

Yes, while there are no direct line reports, you will be responsible for mentoring and leading a large team of external talent.

What kind of work environment can I expect?

You can expect an upbeat and positive work environment while maintaining a fast pace during shoots.

Is there an emphasis on brand consistency in this role?

Yes, maintaining a consistent brand image across all touchpoints and building a cohesive premium customer journey is a key responsibility.

How do I apply for this position?

Interested candidates should apply as soon as possible, as vacancies can close early if a high number of applicants are received.

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