Vans, a Division of VF Corporation, is THE leading action sports lifestyle company. While some companies just jumped on the skate bandwagon, we're the original skate shoe manufacturer since 1966. We stay connected to those who love Vans through action sports including skate, snowboarding, surfing, moto and BMX and through major events like the Vans Warped Tour and the Vans Triple Crown of Surfing.
Vans operates more than 160 retail stores in the U.S. and Europe with many more on the horizon! We design, market, and distribute footwear, clothing and accessories as well as performance snowboard boots and outerwear. Vans also offers the PRO-TEC line of protective helmets and pads through its PRO-TEC label. The Vans distribution channel includes Core and Independent Skate/Surf Shops, Lifestyle Chains, and Vans Retail Stores!
Southern California lifestyle has always been at the heart of Vans. Our corporate office, centrally located in Cypress, is just minutes from the shores of Huntington Beach and a couple of hours from the snow topped peaks of Big Bear and Mountain High.
Our corporate office is home to many of our company's major functions including: Merchandising, Marketing, Promotions and Events, Store Operations, Real Estate and Construction, Sourcing & Logistics, Business Planning, Buying, Design, Product Development and National Sales.
What's in it for you? - Competitive Salaries & Benefits such as Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K w/company match - Generous Employee Product Discount - Holiday Pay - Alternative Work Schedule - Energetic, Passionate Teams - Onsite Employee Gym
Overview
Responsible for the creative direction, design and production for Vans core skate advertising and collateral.
Summary
* Be a creative lead for Vans skate advertising/marketing
* Conceptualize, design, and produce final art for the Vans skate category which includes print advertising, catalogs, sales collateral, packaging, POP, and promo materials.
* Work closely with skate marketing, product, and sales teams to organize a strategic creative plan and engage in discussions on ideas and solutions for Vans skate creative/marketing
* Work within art department rules and regulations in order to meet design demands and critical deadlines.
* Art direct and manage work flow for a production artist/graphic designer.
Requirements
* 5 plus years prior professional print experience required.
* Strong background in skate industry / action sports experience
* Strong passion for skateboarding.
* Advanced working knowledge of Illustrator / Photoshop / In Design.
* Strong creative / visual skills with a passion for design.
* Strong production experience.
* Strong print portfolio.
* Ability to prioritize, manage multiple jobs and meet responsibilities.
* Must be highly organized and dedicated.
* Must be team player and be able to communicate your ideas clearly.
Special Physical and/or Mental Requirements
* Long hours sitting/staring at a computer monitor
* Ability to be flexible in working late evenings/early mornings, when needed to meet project deadlines
* Some travel necessary to core sports events for creative inspiration and market research (maximum travel required 20%)
* Bend, lift, open and move product and related office items varying in weight from 1 to 25lbs, depending on need
This position is located in Cypress, CA. Vans is an equal opportunity employer and will make selection decisions without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability or veteran status. For government record keeping purposes, you may choose to identify your race, ethnicity, and/or gender. If you would like to provide this voluntary information, it may be sent in writing to the Vans Corporate Office, Attention Affirmative Action Coordinator, 6550 Katella Avenue, Cypress, CA 90630.
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