THE ROLE: Short Term Graphic Designer

We’re looking for…

The Boutiques Graphic Designer is responsible for designing and developing digital and print assets to support the Rue La La & Gilt teams.

**This is a 3 month contract to start**

What You’ll Do…

• With the guidance of the Creative Lead, design a variety of assets for Boutiques, Marketing, and Acquisitions, including Boutique Main doors, advertising assets, and internal creative needs, from conceptualization through final approval  
• Work collaboratively and constructively on each project with other members on the team including Copywriters, Marketing Managers, Art Directors, Designers, and Brand Operations
• Execute on-brand design demonstrating considered layout, image composition, typography, and a sophisticated use of color palette.
• Create designs that reflect the current creative direction, as established by the Executive Creative Director
• Develop designs in a fast-paced environment without compromising quality
• Shift priorities to meet deadlines based on changing calendars
• Contribute regularly to swipe libraries

There’s More…

• Gain exposure to a variety of beautiful imagery
• Be an integral, contributing part of a tight-knit Creative team
• Work directly with business partners
• Opportunity to directly affect the business

About You: 

At Rue Gilt Groupe, diversity enriches our passion, collaboration, kindness and innovation. We’re committed to fostering an inclusive environment where every Associate is empowered to learn, grow and bring their full self to work. Even if you don't check off every qualification in the job description, that's okay. We encourage you to apply to any role that excites you and sparks delight! We can't wait to learn more about you.

• The foundational training to create refined designs with a focus on layout, image composition, and typography
• Exceptional skills with imaging applications such as Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator and Adobe InDesign
• Strong time management skills with the ability to balance multiple small projects and deadlines
• Experience creating and optimizing graphics for the web
• Strong self-motivation and drive to succeed
• Excellent attention to detail
• Great, positive attitude – we are a highly collaborative and collegial team.
• 1-3 years of relevant work experience as a junior designer or as a designer in an agency or in-house creative group.
• Desire to learn new things and keep abreast of the world of fashion, style, design, retailing and ecommerce.
• A strong portfolio showing training and potential
• BA in Graphic Design with educational training in typography or related field

Bonus points for…

• Skills and experience with video applications such as Adobe Premiere Pro and Adobe After Effects are a plus
• Any photography Art Direction experience

 ABOUT THE CREATIVE TEAM:

A brand is not a brand without its identity. That’s where this department – with its consistent design and voice – comes in. Whether it’s the line of copy that made you laugh out loud or the thoughtful pairing of design and photography, it’s just the beginning with this group.

Expected Hourly Rate Range: $30.00 - $33.00

Rue Gilt Groupe is committed to providing Associates with equal pay for equal work and carefully considers a wide range of compensation factors, including but not limited to, prior experience, education, certification(s), license(s), skills and expertise, location,  internal equity, and other factors that are job related and consistent with business need. Our goal is to support, reward and compensate the entire individual. Depending on role eligibility, your offer may also include bonus/commission, stock options, 401(k) participation, paid time off, medical, dental, vision and basic life insurance. Therefore, final offer amounts may vary from the amount stated.

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