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Ref #
W173352
State/Region
New York
Department
Creative Services (Kreativdienste)
Location
United States
City
New York
Pay Range: The pay range for this job is $99000 - $211750 annually; actual pay is dependent on experience and geographic location.
Benefits: Base pay is only one part of our employee value proposition, which includes a robust benefits package, above-market time off, hybrid working arrangements, incentive compensation, where applicable, and varied learning opportunities.

COMPANY DESCRIPTION

Ralph Lauren Corporation (NYSE:RL) is a global leader in the design, marketing and distribution of premium lifestyle products in five categories: apparel, accessories, home, fragrances, and hospitality. For more than 50 years, Ralph Lauren's reputation and distinctive image have been consistently developed across an expanding number of products, brands and international markets. The Company's brand names, which include Ralph Lauren, Ralph Lauren Collection, Ralph Lauren Purple Label, Polo Ralph Lauren, Double RL, Lauren Ralph Lauren, Polo Ralph Lauren Children, Chaps, among others, constitute one of the world's most widely recognized families of consumer brands.

At Ralph Lauren, we unite and inspire the communities within our company as well as those in which we serve by amplifying voices and perspectives to create a culture of belonging, ensuring inclusion, and fairness for all. We foster a culture of inclusion through: Talent, Education & Communication, Employee Groups and Celebration.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Art Director role is based around the inception, production and execution of marketing and advertising communications that live across multiple platforms and channels globally. This role partners with the Agency Creative Director and Head of Brand Creative in the delivery of compelling 360° campaigns for Ralph Lauren at the in-house advertising agency.

This Art Director collaborates cross-functionally across teams –Marketing, Design, Photo Production, Copy, etc. to develop concepts and assets that are true to the Ralph Lauren brand while being of the moment.

The position reports to the Senior Art Director and will touch all communication channels including digital & print advertising, cross platform video and social media.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Collaborate with Brand Creative Leads, Project Managers, and other cross-functional departments to create a range of brand content and campaign deliverables
  • Confidently lead the development and delivery of 360 content campaigns across multiple touch points
  • Work with Creative Leadership to refine concept presentation documents, including but not limited to photo and video direction, graphic design, and third-party creative collaboration.
  • Confidently lead a high volume of photo and video productions, interacting with internal and external partners with clarity and professionalism
  • Lead on set production
  • Follow through with content post-production across dynamic deliverables
  • Manage retouching to a high standard and taste level
  • Ensure that all projects are within deadlines and budget constraints


EXPERIENCE, SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE

  • Professional experience, preferably with a fashion company or creative agency
  • Experience commissioning and working with photography – from initial concept references to final execution
  • Competence working with video – from developing treatments to working with DPs, directors, editors and motion designers
  • Strong Photoshop, InDesign and keynote skills; working knowledge of other current design applications
  • Some experience with Ai (Illustrator) and Premiere and After Effects
  • Excellent written and verbal presentation skills
  • Excellent understanding of typography
  • Significant experience working with retouching
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Strong time management and ability to multitask
  • Knowledge and focus on fashion and photography preferred
  • Ability to work flexible hours, including outside of local time zone as needed
  • Ability to travel as needed
  • Ralph Lauren maintains a balanced approach to work arrangements, emphasizing both flexibility through hybrid options and the importance of in-person collaboration. North America corporate employees (excluding remote and regional roles) work from the office 2-3 days weekly. Some roles require a more frequent office presence. This policy aims to foster learning, strengthen company culture, and promote effective collaboration through face-to-face interactions.


Ralph Lauren will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in a manner consistent with the requirements of the law, including any applicable fair chance laws. Please note background checks will be evaluated individually.
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