Manager, Graphic Design

Manager, Graphic Design

About the role:

CHANEL is seeking a highly collaborative Graphic Designer to join our Artistic Direction team in New York City. This individual is responsible for playing a leading role to contribute to the growth of the U.S. business through cohesive and meaningful design. Reporting to the Senior Group Director Graphic Design, you will lead and execute projects for both global adaptation campaigns and U.S. initiatives. This role is responsible for end-to-end execution of campaigns, ensuring precise artwork creation and delivery of assets across multiple divisions of the House.

This role interfaces with U.S. Artistic Direction, Marketing, PR, Development and Procurement, and global Artistic Direction teams. This individual is a key partner for the continued success of CHANEL’s legacy in all categories. Our ideal candidate will have 5+ years of luxury experience and a passion for design with a meticulous eye for detail, storytelling, typography, branding and imagery as it relates to multiple mediums and visual concepts.

What impact you can create at CHANEL:

Adapting and executing graphic design collaterals for global campaigns while balancing and considering the unique POV and goals of the U.S. marketCreate final artwork mechanicals, facilitate specs to production partners and follow the process to completion, including approving color proofs and attending press runs and site visits as neededAdapt global designs and create local print collateral, including brochures, sampling kits, scented materials, invitations, out-of-home media and transparenciesContribute to the brand purpose by ideating and collaborating creative concepts for Arts & Culture initiatives for the U.S. marketProvide creative solutions and support with an understanding of key business and strategic objectives for PR eventing and marketing initiativesBuild strong working relationships and instill trust within the Artistic Direction team, cross-divisionally and globally, along with external vendors and agenciesChampion creative excellence that inspires daily actionable tasks and decisions as it pertains to graphic design and visual direction of the HouseDesign and construct high quality hand comped samples for proof of concept and validation using various materials

You are energized by:

Engaging in and fostering a collaborative, high-performing environmentConnecting strategic global vision with day-to-day, regional execution of art productionHighly collaborative and energized by new ways of working within large and small groupsShowing fearless curiosity in learning new skills, technology, knowledge of the House history and being informed of the trajectory of the luxury industryHaving an awareness and appreciation of art and beauty which influences individual and team contributionsDisplaying sincere humility and a sense of being grounded in self-awarenessCultivating a growth mindset that contributes to the creative process, the mission of the Artistic Direction and the vision of CHANELFostering creativity and innovation by taking new risks, testing, learning and growingDemonstrating a keen eye for detail details and a proactive approach to identifying and resolving challenges.

What you will bring to the team:

Expert in Photoshop, InDesign and Illustrator. Understanding of Figma, After Effects and SketchUp is a plus.An appreciation and passion for design with a meticulous eye for detail, storytelling, typography, branding and imagery as it relates to multiple mediums and visual conceptsSelf-motivated and able to stay organized with changing workloads and assignments with an ability to prioritize work and resources across projects, from small creative tasks to larger deliverablesExcellent written and verbal communication skills to present creative and strategic ideas effectively to the Artistic Direction team and cross-divisionallyNaturally collaborative attitude with an enthusiastic approach and interest in learningAbility to execute on creative direction from leadership while bringing new ideas to the teamMulti-format adaptation: ability to adapt visuals for point-of-sale, print media and out-of-home mediaSkill and creativity to create high-qualitative graphic design assets for local initiativesExceptionally skilled in hand comping using various materials

Position Logistics:

Role based in New York City requiring a minimum of 3 days in-person office presence in our Midtown Manhattan office. Additional in-person or onsite days may be required.Bachelor’s degree with a focus in Graphic Design or similar field of studyA minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in within an in-house creative team or creative agencyMinimum travel required for press runs or onsite visits for production

*Chanel, Inc. reserves the right to edit, change, or make exceptions on designations where circumstances where deemed appropriate.

What skills you will learn? What experiences might you have?

How to enrich the brands emotional resonance through our values and heritageBest in class creative contributions with collaboration from various métiers within Artistic DirectionInnovation skill building around sustainability practices in the luxury industryDeepen relationships through the lens of creativity and savoir faireContinued nourishment and evolution of the creative processProficiency with internal creative tools and technologyMastery of brand guidelines with adherence to global guidelines for typography, logos, visuals and color schemes

Compensation:

The anticipated base salary range for this position is $89,000 through $110,000. Base salary is one component of the total compensation for this position. Other forms of variable pay [may/will] be offered for this position. Other components [may/will] include bonus potential, benefits, and/or perks.

Benefits and Perks:

Wellbeing resources include dedicated paid time off for wellbeing 2-week August Office Closure and a Wellbeing fundFamily and care giving benefits (inclusive of parental leave, fertility support, MilkStork, and Care.com Membership)Generous paid time off policies to include vacation, holiday, sick and volunteer days401K and other incentivesRobust healthcare offerings; medical, dental, vision, MDLIVE (virtual care), One Medical, Flexible Spending Accounts (Health Care & Dependent Care), Health Savings Account and Employee Assistance ProgramLife insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Health Advocate, International Business Travel Accident & Medical, and Commuter Transit & Parking

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