About the Role

We are seeking a talented Associate Art Director to play a key role in leading our eCommerce team. You will guide our in-house photo team of photographers and stylists, plus freelance talent to execute all imagery for gap.com. This is a hands-on role that will cover Womens, Mens and Kids commerce photography, as well as overseeing laydown direction. With a passion for excellence and attention to detail, this is a crucial role in maintaining and evolving Gaps iconic aesthetic online.

What You'll Do

• Reporting to the Creative Director, lead and direct the in-house eCommerce team including the photographer, stylists, and all freelance support.
• Partner with the Creative Director to oversee art direction, image selection and support the process across multiple sets.
• Work closely with the Creative Director and Production on model casting and freelance talent.
• On set Art Direction required as well as being the lead AD across all sets.
• Elevate and evolve Gaps aesthetic while supporting the overall brand direction.
• Collaborate closely with the styling team to ensure brand guidelines are being met.
• Be the overall lead on final image selection and share with Creative Director and Director of Styling as regular intervals during the season.
• Create and maintain hair and make-up direction for all models.
• Create and maintain seasonal art direction decks for all divisions.

Who You Are

• A minimum of 5 years experience as an Art Director in fashion high volume eCommerce experience is extremely important.
• BA in design, photography, visual arts, digital media or related field.
• Ability to work in Capture One a must.
• An elevated, fashion-oriented eye for photography, casting, styling, lighting, retouching and artistic vision.
• Displays a very strong understanding of the Gap brand our products and consumer behavior.
• Strong communication skills and time management skills.
• Strategic thinker willing to push the envelope and bring fresh, innovative ideas to life.
• Collaborative, inclusive and flexible team member.
• Highly organized with extreme attention to detail.
• Proactive problem-solving skills; ability to anticipate obstacles and also quickly generate alternate solutions/ideas and change course as needed.
• Can-do positive attitude and a roll-up-your-sleeves approach; personable and flexible with demands and changes in business.
• Collaborative and positive attitude.

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