Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Converse
Job overview
The Lead Brand Creative Design Professional at Converse leads creative direction and design for North America brand marketing, elevating the brand through impactful storytelling and creative execution.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves concepting and delivering seasonal campaigns, managing creative assets across physical, digital, and experiential platforms, collaborating with project managers and strategists, and presenting work to internal teams and leadership.
Experience and skills
Requires a bachelor's degree in graphic design or related field, 6+ years in art direction/design in retail or agency, proficiency in Figma, Frame.io, Adobe Creative Suite, strong communication skills, and a passion for streetwear culture and design.
Work environment and culture
The team values creativity, collaboration, flexibility, and a fast-paced, detail-oriented work environment focused on brand mission and culture.
Company information
Converse is a brand focused on creativity, sport, and culture, delivering authentic storytelling and brand marketing in North America.
Team overview
The candidate will join the Internal Brand Creative team including Creative Director, Leads, Designers, Production, and Operations, working cross-functionally with marketing and brand teams.
Application process
Candidates can request accommodations for the interview process due to disabilities, with specific support like screen readers and interpreters available.
Unique job features
The role offers leadership in creative direction with a focus on streetwear footwear/apparel, blending design, photo/motion direction, and experiential marketing across multiple platforms.
Company overview
Converse is an American shoe company that designs, distributes, and licenses sneakers, skating shoes, lifestyle brand footwear, apparel, and accessories. Founded in 1908, it gained prominence with the release of the Chuck Taylor All-Star basketball shoe in 1917, which remains iconic. Converse generates revenue through direct-to-consumer sales, wholesale distribution, and licensing agreements. Acquired by Nike, Inc. in 2003, Converse continues to innovate while maintaining its classic appeal, blending heritage with modern trends to attract a diverse customer base.
How to land this job
Position your resume to highlight your advanced art direction and design skills, emphasizing experience in streetwear footwear/apparel and retail or agency environments, as these are key to the Lead Brand Creative Design role at Converse.
Focus on showcasing your proficiency with Figma, Frame.io, Adobe Creative Suite, and project tracking tools like Asana, along with your ability to manage multiple competing priorities in a fast-paced setting.
Apply through multiple channels including Converse's official corporate careers site and LinkedIn to maximize your chances of being noticed by recruiters and hiring managers.
Connect with current Converse Internal Brand Creative team members and Creative Leads on LinkedIn; start conversations by complimenting recent campaigns they led or asking about how the team integrates digital and experiential design.
Optimize your resume for ATS by including keywords such as 'art direction,' 'streetwear culture,' 'creative leadership,' 'Figma,' 'Adobe Creative Suite,' and 'project management' to ensure your application passes automated screenings.
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