About usAnn Taylor embodies and celebrates the spirit, heritage, and confidence of American women leading the lives they love. Since its beginnings, Ann Taylor has been committed to providing women with everything they need to feel inspired and motivated as they navigate their multifaceted lives. Our effortlessly polished styles are thoughtfully designed to go anywhere-from the office to special occasions (and everywhere in between).
Discover a culture centered on empowering employees, with access to industry leaders and tools you need to expand your skills and stretch your abilities. We'll meet you at every milestone with opportunities and benefits to make life better in and outside of work (not to mention your closet). Ready to join us?
About the roleThe Jr. Production Designer will play a critical role in ensuring the seamless transition of digital and print projects from concept to production. Will be responsible for the creation, quality and deliverables of digital projects and various printer ready files, ensuring quality standards for outgoing files across digital and print.
The impact you can haveWork closely with the Production, Brand and Creative Development Team to understand project requirements and specificationsPrepare digital files across multi-channel streams, ensuring the best quality of email, social, and site deliverables.Evaluate client assets to make sure provided logos, illustrations and artwork is high-quality, and communicate to Development and Creative partners when updated assets are neededDisplay high level of accuracy and attention to details in artwork deliveryReview design files for accuracy, consistency, and adherence to brand guidelinesConduct pre-press checks to identify and rectify any issues related to color accuracy, image resolution, and fontsManage version control and file organization to ensure efficient production workflowsOptimize all creative files, ensuring they meet industry standards.Duties might include minor retouching, color correction or artwork cleanup
You'll bring to the roleBachelor's Degree in Digital/Graphic Design, or related field1-3 years' experience in digital productionAdobe Creative Cloud - InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Figma, After Effects experience necessaryWorking knowledge of SharePoint, CMS, Wrike, Teams, Ai Tools, and print ready understanding for pre-press and CMYK/color approvals.Must have experience working with large scale digital file releases, optimization and handling multiple project deadlines while ensuring file quality.Must be flexible, open-minded, and respond to constructive criticism with revisions to designs and projects as necessary.Demonstrate excellent oral and written communication, listening and decision-making skills.
Benefits at KnitWell GroupYou will be eligible to receive a merchandise discount at select KnitWell Group brands, subject to each brand's discount policies.Support for your individual development plus career mobility within our family of brandsA culture of giving back - local volunteer opportunities, annual donation and volunteer match to eligible nonprofit organizations, and philanthropic activities to support our communities*Medical, dental, vision insurance & 401(K) retirement*Employee Assistance Program (EAP)Time off - paid time off & holidays*The target salary range for this role is: $66,300-$67,000
*Any job offer will consider factors such your qualifications, relevant experience, and skills. Eligibility of certain benefits and associate programs are subject to employment type and role.
Applicants to this position must be authorized to work for any employer in the US without sponsorship. We are not providing sponsorship for this position.
This position works in a hybrid model, with three days per week worked in the Times Square Tower location and two days per week worked remotely.
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Location:Times Square Tower-ANN-New York, NY 10036
Position Type:Regular/Full time
Equal Employment OpportunityThe Company is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. Hiring decisions are based upon a candidate's qualifications as they relate to the requirements of the position under consideration and are made without regard to sex (including pregnancy), race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other category protected by applicable law. The Company is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for job applicants with disabilities. If you require an accommodation to perform the essential duties of the position you are seeking or to participate in the application process, please contact myHRSupport@knitwellgroup.com. The Company will make reasonable accommodations for otherwise qualified applicants or employees, unless such accommodations would impose an undue hardship on the operations of the Company's business. The Company will not revoke or alter a job offer based on an applicant's request for reasonable accommodation.
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