Associate Designer, Women & Youth

Job Title: Associate Designer, Graphics (Women & Youth)

The North Face, a VF Company

At The North Face we dare to lead the world forward through Exploration. We were born to Explore. We were born to Disrupt. We were born to Lead.

The North Face is the premier exploration company in the world.  Founded in the counterculture of Berkeley, CA in 1966 we have a long and storied legacy of enabling exploration, loving and protecting wild places, and creating iconic and technically advanced product.

We believe that exploration is a mindset – both on the mountain and off the mountain – and it infuses everything we do. As a community of explorers, we stay curious about new ideas, places and people.

Our values:

Love wild places

Spark curiosity

Dare to disrupt

Create community

Lead with integrity

By joining The North Face, you will help provide the best gear for our athletes and the modern-day explorer. You will also have the opportunity, tools and environment to more deeply explore the world around you and make meaningful, lasting connections. 

What You Will Do

 

As the Associate Designer, Graphics, you will participate in the organization and creation of production ready art files for the Logowear and Graphics product categories. You will work alongside a team of designers, balancing workloads to ensure exceptional creative execution and on-time delivery across multiple product calendars.

Key Responsibilities

Support the organization and production of graphics across the Logowear and Graphics categories. Assist in the creation of tech packs, mock-ups, mood boards, sketches, and graphics. Hone skills as a spoken narrator with the goal of effectively presenting your work to cross-functional teams and leadership. Foster professional growth and development through continued learning, skill workshopping, brand/trend research, and regular briefing from Design Manager and Global Design leadership. Perform other duties as assigned.

How you will make a difference

You will be a contributing member of a high-performing team that brings our brand to life through compelling graphic storytelling. Your attention to detail and organization will help efficiently carry graphics through the production phase smoothly.

Success in this role requires a creative thinker who can balance file management, skill development, trend research, and concept ideation. You will also assist in creating cohesive graphics that speak to our customers and maintain our brand values.

What You Bring

• Years of Related Professional Experience: 1-3+ years
• Educational/Position Requirements:
• Bachelor's Degree in Design (apparel), or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience in flat sketching
• Experience working with CADs
• Experience in creating tech packs/production ready files
• Experience in research and analysis of design and fashion trends
• Ability to accept and utilize constructive art direction
• Ability to lend a unique perspective and express a creative voice
• Skills:
  • Ability to work within the framework of a team
  • Shows initiative
  • Working knowledge of utilizing color palettes.
  • Clear communication and a desire to develop a presenter’s mentality
  • Knowledge of graphic production process
  • Understanding of designing for market, trend, and end uses
  • Strong sense of aesthetic and the ability to design for different consumers

Now WE have a question for YOU.

Are you in?

Hiring Range:

$60,480.00 USD - $75,600.00 USD annually

Incentive Potential: This position is eligible for additional compensation awards that may include an annual incentive plan, sales incentive, or commission potential. Specific details of the additional compensation eligibility for this position will be provided during the recruiting and interview process.

Benefits at VF Corporation: You can review a general overview of each benefit program offered, including this year's medical plan rates on www.MyVFbenefits.com  and by clicking Looking to Join VF? Detailed information on your benefits will be provided during the hiring process.

Please note, our hiring ranges are determined and built from market pay data. In determining the specific compensation for this position, we comply with all local, state, and federal laws.

At VF, we value a diverse, inclusive workforce and we provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. All qualified applicants for employment will be considered without regard to an individual’s race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, family care status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws. If you require accommodations during the application process, please contact us at [email protected]. VF will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals to the extent required by applicable law.

Pursuant to all applicable local Fair Chance Ordinance requirements, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, VF will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.