Associate Designer - Aerie Concept

POSITION TITLE:

Associate Designer - Concept

REPORTS TO:

Designer, Senior Designer, Associate Design Director, Director, Senior Director, or Vice President

POSITION SUMMARY:

Conduct market research and coordinate with the Design Team to seasonally analyze and strategize key trends and concepts to further evolve the aerie brand.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

* Work closely with supervisor to compile seasonal conceptual design books for design, merchandising and marketing teams; covering print, color, outfitting, key items and innovations to move product on

* Research and help to create on trend seasonal color palettes, manage the color process from start to finish

* Research and identify key social media influencers in order to recognize consumer trends and support the brand vision

* Conduct photo research at target customer venues (malls, campuses, concert events) and present all findings to design and merchant teams

* Travel and shop the market identifying new trends for Aerie

* Research and compile runway, trade show, and trend reports

* Research and create inspirational marketing ideas that will support concept presentation

* Support and participate in seasonal conceptual design books for design, merchandising and marketing teams

* Attend milestone meetings, line reviews, pre-season floorsets and financial overviews, providing perspective and insight to creative leadership on product assortments

* Work closely with designers on translating concept

* Develop strong cross-functional partnerships throughout the organization

* Perform other duties as required

* Able to work in a hybrid environment, meaning that some work may be performed remotely but certain essential functions must be performed in-person/in-office based on the needs of the business

* In person/in-office collaboration is required, the frequency of such in-person/in-office collaboration (e.g., portion of week, entire week) is dictated by business needs. Such collaboration includes work centralized around product development, milestone meetings, fittings, and approvals

QUALIFICATIONS:

* Bachelor's Degree in Fashion or Art (or equivalent experience and education)

* 2-3 years related experience

* Ability to act as liaison between many departments; excellent communication and analytic skills

* Must be detail oriented, computer literate and to handle multiple tasks at once

* Keen eye for color, trend, detail and construction

* Excellent written and verbal communication skills

PAY/BENEFITS INFORMATION:

* Actual starting pay is determined by various factors, including but not limited to relevant experience and location.

* Subject to eligibility requirements, associates may receive health care benefits (including medical, vision, and dental); wellness benefits; 401(k) retirement benefits; life and disability insurance; employee stock purchase program; paid time off; paid sick leave; and parental leave and benefits.

* Paid Time Off, paid sick leave, and holiday pay vary by job level and type, job location, employment classification (part-time or full-time / exempt or non-exempt), and years of service. For additional information, please .

* AEO may also provide discretionary bonuses and other incentives at its discretion.