Advanced Artist - Men's
Summary
Creates high-volume, seasonal print and graphic designs for men’s apparel using Adobe Illustrator and CAD, collaborating with cross-functional teams to align with retail trends and vendor capabilities.
Role Specific Information
Job Description
This role is based at our Corporate Office in Menomonee Falls, WI. You’ll work onsite from Monday through Thursday, with the option to work remotely on Fridays.
About the Role
As an Advanced Artist, you will create high-volume, quality original prints and graphics for areas across the organization.
What You’ll Do
Merchandise color and print and present seasonal art direction to cross-functional partners
Generate new ideas and concepts that expand beyond current assortments
Research current artwork trends to influence conceptual direction for multiple categories and brands
Analyze competitors and benchmarks to inform brand positioning and design strategies and initiatives
Understand vendor capability for print technique and fabric base limitations
Influence product direction and drive adoption through effective communication
Generate post-production art and colorway revisions
Additional tasks may be assigned
What Skills You Have
Required
College degree in Graphic Design, Textile Design or a related field
Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator
CAD and/or Textile experience
Ability to travel
Preferred
5+ years of experience in print design and graphic design, preferably in retail
Previous retail experience
Experience with Photoshop and Nedgraphics
Essential Functions
The requirements listed below are representative of functions you will be required to perform, however you may be required to perform additional functions. Kohl’s may revise this job description from time to time. To perform this job successfully, you must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions, absent undue hardship.
Ability to perform the accountabilities listed in the “What You’ll Do” Section
Ability to comply with dress code requirements
Basic math and reading skills, legible handwriting, and basic computer operation
Ability to maintain prompt and regular attendance and meet scheduling requirements as set by the company
Ability to learn and comply with all company policies, procedures, standards and guidelines
Ability to give direction and to receive, understand and proactively respond to direction from leadership and other company personnel
Ability to work as part of a team and interact effectively and appropriately with others
Ability to maintain composure and work in a fast paced environment while accomplishing multiple tasks within established timeframes
Ability to satisfactorily complete company training programs
Ability to use a personal computer for tasks such as communicating, preparing reports, etc.
Ability to plan, prioritize and monitor activities across business units
Ability to complete or oversee the completion of assigned projects in a timely manner
Perform work in accordance with the Physical/Cognitive Requirements section
Physical/Cognitive Requirements
Ability to discern color