Associate Art Director, Baby/Toddler/Kids; Remote
Columbus, Franklin County, Ohio, 43224, USA
Listed on 2026-01-02
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Creative Arts/Media
Creative Design / Digital Art, Graphic Designer
Job Description
The Associate Art Director supports the Senior Art Directors/Creative Director in concepting and executing seasonal editorial imagery campaigns that push the Baby & Toddler and Abercrombie Kids brand forward. They will collaborate with photography, styling, design, product, and strategy teams to develop and share the creative vision each season for the Baby & Toddler brand. This individual will be accountable for ideating and supporting the creation of original branded content, along with fostering the organization and cross‑functional partnerships required to execute against the overall brand strategy.
WhatWill You Be Doing?
- Working closely with the Sr. Art Directors / Creative Director on the conceptual development and execution of Baby & Toddler seasonal editorial campaigns.
- Leading the concepting, planning and execution of Baby & Toddler seasonal photoshoots – developing all necessary creative briefs including mood boards, casting, locations, social storyboards, H&MU, shot lists and on‑set direction in partnership with the Sr. AD/Creative Director.
- Managing photography edits and post‑production with retouching and design partners, organizing within A&F platforms and guiding the team on final colour and image usage across all channels.
- Collaborating with the broader creative team, including A&F AD’s, Studio AD, Social AD’s, Styling and Video teams to ensure seasonal visuals and content are synergised, telling focused brand stories and fulfilling deliverables across all channels for the Baby & Toddler brand.
- Building the Baby & Toddler brand handwriting for a new generation of consumers, building off existing brand foundations.
- Understanding current trends in fashion, photography, social media, and culture – testing new ideas to further develop and advance the creative voice of the Baby & Toddler and A&F brands.
- Communicating and collaborating effectively within the A&F organization, clearly and effectively presenting ideas and projects to cross‑functional partners and all levels of leadership.
- Helping to implement a creative organisation that supports a content‑led marketing strategy.
- Other projects and responsibilities as assigned – including supporting aberrcrombie kids & A&F brand AD as necessary.
- Bachelor’s degree in Design, Photography, Advertising or related experience.
- 4 years of art direction experience in fashion retail or a related industry.
- On‑set photoshoot experience – including directing and managing location sets.
- Experience working in an iconic, branded environment for an international organisation.
- Experience in Adobe Creative Suite, Capture One, Keynote and Mural programmes.
- Experience working with layout for print and digital media with and directing, training and guiding other layout artists and copywriters.
- A strong eye for quality and trend as it relates to the Abercrombie & Fitch brands.
- Experience managing and collaborating with large cross‑functional teams.
Abercrombie & Fitch Co. is a global, digitally led omnichannel specialty retailer of apparel and accessories catering to kids through millennia ls with assortments curated for their specific lifestyle needs. The company operates a family of brands, including Abercrombie & Fitch, YPB, Abercrombie Kids, Hollister and Gilly Hicks, each sharing a commitment to offer products of enduring quality and exceptional comfort that support global customers on their journey to being and becoming who they are.
Abercrombie & Fitch Co. operates over 750 stores under these brands across North America, Europe, Asia and the Middle East, as well as the e‑commerce sites , and At Abercrombie & Fitch Co., we lead with purpose and always put our people first. We’re proud to offer equitable compensation and benefits, including flexibility and competitive Paid Time Off, as well as education and engagement events, including various Associate Resource Groups, volunteer opportunities and additional time off to give back to our global communities.
& Perks
As an Abercrombie & Fitch Co. (A&F Co.) associate, you’ll be eligible to participate in a variety of benefit programs designed to fit you and…
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