Anthropologie is seeking an experienced and creative senior concept designer who exhibits a natural curiosity and strong ability to innovate. This position will focus on the research and development of seasonal print and pattern trends and concepts for the Anthropologie apparel brands.
Role ResponsibilitiesSkills
- Self-motivated, possessing the ability to envision a concept and drive it forward.
- Passionate and knowledgable of emerging trends from runway, apparel brands, street style, art, design, influencers.
- Resilience to adapt in the face of obstacles or setbacks, seeing them as opportunities for growth.
- Strong problem-solving skills, including the ability to analyze issues, generate solutions, and evaluate outcomes.
- Effectively manage time, prioritizing tasks to meet deadlines in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, conveying ideas, and feedback with clarity.
- Collaborate effectively, fostering positive relationships with managers, team members, and cross-functional partners.
Partnerships
- Take initiative to understand expectations, proactively seek clarification of goals and deliverables as needed.
- Effectively communicates creative ideas to executive leadership, cross-functional partners, and team.
- Exceptional ability to foster strong partnerships with cross functional partners to create cohesive concept presentations
- Strong ability to work collaboratively within a dynamic concept team.
Creative
- Leads in creating original, trend-forward, brand appropriate print concepts & seasonal trend packs.
- Strong digital presentation skills, utilizing Indesign to create impactful & inspiring trend packs.
- Demonstrate creative ability to autonomously research & self direct to present print trends seasonally & in weekly meetings.
- Strong connection and knowledge of past & emerging print and pattern trends found within art, design, and fashion.
- Utilize AI to create emotive imagery that is trend forward & supports concept Directives.
Process
- Proactively prepare for weekly concept meetings, updating & developing print trends in reaction to feedback.
- Lead seasonal trend & concept workload to meet all deadlines.
- Exhibit a comprehensive understanding of the department’s calendar, including key events, milestones, and deadlines.
- Maintain a current knowledge of the Anthro Apparel business as it relates to LY and Plan.
- Awareness of successes & opportunities found in weekly business, seasonal hindsight, and quarterly Print Attributes.
Role Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in fine art, textile design, graphic design, or related experience necessary.
- 8-10 years of experience in print or textile industry.
- Experienced in trend forecasting, print design, and apparel design.
- Advanced creative and technical skills in Adobe photoshop & Indesign.
- Strong computer skills in Microsoft Office and Power Point.
- Experience in creative image creation using AI platforms.#LI-AE1
URBN offers comprehensive Perks & Benefits to employees. Availability and eligibility to specific benefits may be subject to your location and employment status. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, PTO, generous employee discounts, retirement savings and much more! For additional information visit www.urbn.com/work-with-us/benefits
EEO StatementURBN celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We are proud to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity or expression), religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, citizenship, service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic as established by law. We believe strongly in fostering a safe, fair and respectful work environment. To ensure compliance with our non-discrimination and anti-harassment policies, we offer anti-harassment training to managers and employees.
Skills Required
- Bachelor’s degree in fine art, textile design, graphic design, or related experience
- 8-10 years of experience in the print or textile industry
- Experience in trend forecasting, print design, and apparel design
- Advanced creative and technical skills in Adobe Photoshop and Adobe InDesign
- Strong computer skills in Microsoft Office and PowerPoint
- Experience creating creative imagery using AI platforms
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Urban Outfitters, Inc. (URBN) is a global consumer-brand portfolio comprising Urban Outfitters, Anthropologie, Free People, FP Movement, Anthropologie Weddings, Terrain, Menus & Venues, and Nuuly. The company creates unique retail experiences with a focus on creativity and pleasing customers. Its brands cultivate communities and provide inclusive platforms where customers, coworkers, partners, and followers can express themselves through creative expression and community.
