Brand Creative Associate, RRL

Ralph Lauren Corporation (NYSE:RL) is a global leader in the design, marketing and distribution of premium lifestyle products in five categories: apparel, accessories, home, fragrances, and hospitality. For more than 50 years, Ralph Lauren's reputation and distinctive image have been consistently developed across an expanding number of products, brands and international markets. The Company's brand names, which include Ralph Lauren, Ralph Lauren Collection, Ralph Lauren Purple Label, Polo Ralph Lauren, Double RL, Lauren Ralph Lauren, Polo Ralph Lauren Children, Chaps, among others, constitute one of the world's most widely recognized families of consumer brands.

At Ralph Lauren, we unite and inspire the communities within our company as well as those in which we serve by amplifying voices and perspectives to create a culture of belonging, ensuring inclusion, and fairness for all. We foster a culture of inclusion through: Talent, Education & Communication, Employee Groups and Celebration.

The associate designer will be responsible for supporting the brand creative team and product design team with a wide range of seasonal creative projects.

• Color-up seasonal Illustrator 2D sketches to capture desired color/pattern/print as directed by the product design team or creative director.
• Create conceptual stat layouts each season.
• Assist with photo research to support concept rig development and seasonal inspiration.
• Support creative brand team in creating graphics for t-shirt designs, embroideries, prints, appliques, patches, and branded trims for apparel/accessories based on seasonal themes.
• Assist creative brand team with developing graphics for brand packaging, hangtags, labels, etc.
• Finish seasonal artwork files so they are production ready and can be handed off to product design for development.
• Set up files in Sketch/Figma for web design.
• Collaborate with product design team on sizing, colorways and placement of logos and prints.
• Support brand creative team with creating/developing imagery for showroom presentations.
• Responsible for asset organization so brand history is maintained, and files can be easily referenced.
• Keep awareness of current design trends and techniques in the marketplace.
• Prepare physical / digital presentations as requested.
• Assist in special projects as needed.
  
  

Salary range: $62,000 - $90,000 annually

Experience, Skills & Knowledge

• Highly proficient in Adobe Creative suite. Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, XD extremely important.
• Proficient in 3D software (Rhino/SolidWorks) a plus.
• Proficient in painting and drawing skills.
• Fashion illustration a plus.
• Strong understanding of allover print development and establishing repeats.
• Understanding of Typography
• Up to 3 years of apparel graphic design experience preferred
• Awareness of production techniques for t-shirts/logos, trim etc.
• Strong creative skills and the ability to work with vintage/heritage themes.
• Awareness of RRL heritage and aesthetic a plus.
• Strong communication skills, ability to multi-task and manage to deadlines.
• Self-motivated team player.