Art Director, E‑commerce Brand Creative Lead

Ann Taylor; New York (NY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Merchandise discount

Career development

Volunteer opportunities

Medical, dental, vision insurance & 4

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Time off – paid time off & holidays

Job summary

KnitWell Group, owner of Ann Taylor, is seeking an Art Director in New York to concept and execute compelling e-commerce imagery that brings the brand to life. You will work with the Creative Director and cross‑functional teams to maintain brand integrity across PDP and campaigns.

The role demands mentorship of the design team, collaboration with stylists, photographers and production, and the ability to deliver high‑impact visuals under tight deadlines.

Qualifications

• BA in Marketing or similar discipline.
• 5+ years’ experience in retail or brand.
• Experience with art direction and PDP.
• Strong collaboration, mentoring and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage concept, design and execution of brand creative for PDP and e-commerce images.
• Oversee the design team to ensure concepts and brand vision are consistently compelling.
• Partner with Lead Stylist on all e-commerce photoshoots.
• Supervise online photo team including photographers, stylists, hair and makeup for product shoots.
• Art direct photo shoots.
• Cast models and choose photographers for shoots.
• Supervise all pre- and post-production work for imagery, meeting deadlines.

Skills

Art direction

PDP imagery

Brand design

Team leadership

Retail experience

Education

BA in Marketing

Job description

KnitWell Group, owner of Ann Taylor, is seeking an Art Director in New York to concept and execute compelling e-commerce imagery that brings the brand to life. You will work with the Creative Director and cross‑functional teams to maintain brand integrity across PDP and campaigns.

The role demands mentorship of the design team, collaboration with stylists, photographers and production, and the ability to deliver high‑impact visuals under tight deadlines.