Anthropologie Mid-Weight Graphic Designer

Anthropologie Europe; Greater London; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Bring your dog to work

Employee assistance program

Gym on site

URBN brand discount

Volunteer day

Cycle to work

Wellness room

Private medical insurance

Job summary

Anthropologie Europe is seeking a Mid-Weight Graphic Designer to support digital and print brand work. You will execute and refine visual identity under guidance from the Design Manager, collaborating with the wider Creative team on campaigns and assets across regions.

The role requires hands-on experience, a strong portfolio in digital design, and proficiency in Adobe CC plus Figma. You will help with translations, emails, social content, and seasonal site assets.

Qualifications

• Strong portfolio showing digital design capability.
• Proven ability to design for digital and print across campaigns.
• Excellent typographic skills and adaptability to styles.
• Strong written, verbal and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to generate multiple concepts and receive feedback.
• Experience presenting work in a professional manner.

Responsibilities

• Assist in development of the brand's visual identity for digital and print.
• Work with the Design Manager and Creative team on campaigns.
• Create multiple design solutions and present to teams.
• Manage deadlines and priorities across projects.
• Support PR and Marketing with campaign files.
• Collaborate with CRM and US/global teams for assets.
• Prepare files for print and liaise with printers.

Skills

Portfolio demonstrating digital design

Digital design for digital channels

Typography skills

Time management

Communication skills

Concept development

Independent work

Team collaboration

Tools

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe InDesign

Figma

After Effects

Job description

Founded in 1992, Pennsylvania, USA, by current URBN chairman and president Dick Hayne, Anthropologie was named after his college major (with a decidedly French twist) Anthropologie, which now operates over 200 stores worldwide, has evolved into a leading one-of-a-kind destination for those seeking a curated mix of clothing, accessories, gifts and home décor to reflect their personal style. In 2009 the brand launched its first store in London and now has over 18 stores in the UK and Europe.

Role Summary

The Mid-Weight Graphic Designer is responsible for assisting in the creation and execution of the visual identity for the Anthropologie brand, focusing on digital & print. This includes carrying out direction from the Design Manager, along with the rest of the Creative team, for design and production of all facets of the brand.

This position requires a hands-on approach to support the multiple creative projects that occur within the Design Team. This position offers opportunities for growth and creative development.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Be a key member of the design team and assist in the development of Junior members.
• Be able to work independently on multiple projects.
• Work with the wider creative and studio team to understand and collaborate on upcoming campaigns.
• Create multiple solutions to a brief.
• Present ideas and work with the wider teams to show your understanding and response to briefs.
• Manage deadlines across projects. Respond to tight deadlines and manage priorities.
• Participate in weekly meetings and critiques of work.
• Support PR and Marketing teams with files for campaigns and events.
• Create a strong line of communication with brief managers.
• Keep up to date with Anthropologie US trends and interpret design direction accordingly.
• Liaise with the US office and Global Creative team when necessary to gather information and or assets.
• Design brand marketing emails and collaborate with the CRM team.
• Re-work emails with translations for all Anthropologie territories. Build and test emails.
• Design organic and paid social content for multiple platforms.
• Design digital site assets to support seasonal campaigns.
• Support the Design Manager and Creative team with ad hoc projects including last minute requests.
• Understand print design including setting up files for print to support the store team’s POS requests.
• Liaise with printers.

What You’ll Need

• Strong experience working in a design firm or in-house design department
• A portfolio that shows a strong ability to design for digital
• Advanced knowledge of Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign, experience of Figma and After Effects is a plus
• Knowledge of print design and production
• Excellent typographic skills and the ability to work in many different styles
• Brand appropriate illustration skills is a plus
• Strong written, verbal and interpersonal skills
• Ability to generate multiple and distinct design concepts and receive constructive feedback
• Ability to present your work in a well-articulated, professional manner
• Strong organizational and time management skills

The Perks

Work-life balance:

• Flexible start and finish times
• Bring your dog to work
• Employees Assistance program to support with mental, physical and financial health
• Fully equipped free gym and on-site wellness room in Brick Lane and 50% discount of external gym memberships
• Private Medical Insurance

Employee Discount:

• Up to 40% off at all URBN Brands

Community:

• One paid day to either volunteer or fundraise for a charity of your choice

Travel:

• Cycle to work scheme, season ticket loan
• We offer structured support within the business alongside continued learning and development

Equal Opportunity Statement

URBN is an Equal Opportunities Employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We provide equal employment opportunities regardless of age, sexual orientation, sex, gender reassignment, pregnancy, marital status, religion, race, or disability. We base all our employment decisions on merit, job requirements and business needs.