Associate Creative Director, Global Brand Full Time

Vans is the original brand rooted in the authentic lifestyle of skateboarding. We are driven by our mission to inspire beautiful rebellion – embracing the youthful spirit of freedom, non-conformity, and relentless progression. We are constantly inspired by the next generation of creative catalysts within our community.

So, before we get to the job details, take a minute to learn a little more about us – our values and our culture. If you can see yourself working side-by-side with a team of people who think and live “OFF THE WALL” Vans just might be the ideal place for you.

To learn more about our values and our culture, visit Vans Careers or www.vans.com.

What will you do?

You are an expert in crafting compelling brand and product narratives through visual storytelling. Your outstanding creative communication skills span digital and physical consumer journeys. You will help build and maintain our creative lifestyle expression of the brand through music, design, art, and style, forging meaningful connections with the next generation of consumers. You are passionate about shaping stories and creative concepts that stand out from the crowd and deliver brand distinction.

A day in the life of an ACD, Brand Lifestyle at Vans looks a little like this:

As a trusted member of the Global Brand Creative team reporting to the Sr. Creative Director, Global Brand Creative, you will work closely with Product teams, Category Marketing leads, and Functional Marketing leads globally and regionally.

• Your primary role is to develop seasonal creative concepts that increase both brand and product awareness, contributing significantly to driving brand heat.
• You will work together with talented teammates to deliver best-in-class storytelling across all levels of the marketing funnel.
• Most importantly, you will help Vans deliver powerful, culturally relevant, and meaningful stories to new, youthful consumers.

What do you need to succeed?

We all have unique skills that we bring to work and celebrate every day. For this role, there are foundation skills you’ll need to succeed and excel. Additionally, while formal education in a related field is great to have, we are most interested in your 7-10 years of experience and professional achievements. The foundation skills you will need in this position are:

• Passion for creativity and visual storytelling
• Incredible taste for what is right and what is next
• Proficiency in graphic design applications (print and digital)
• Ability to visualize concepts for internal and external stakeholders
• Strong connection to youth culture
• Intuitive understanding of cultural trends and shifts
• Dependable, accountable and proactive
• Ability to work under tight deadlines
• Creative leadership and mentorship abilities
• Curiosity and eagerness to learn, experiment, and take risks
• Fluency in storytelling platforms and modern consumer touchpoints
• Ability to lead through ambiguity and change
• Experience with cross-functional teams and partners

There are also a few skills that are not required but preferred:

• Authentic connection to street culture and fashion lifestyle brands
• In-house Creative and/or Marketing experience at a major global brand
• Familiarity with other creative disciplines such as Fashion/Footwear Design, Experiential/Environmental Design, Motion/Video Design, Digital Design, AI tools, etc.

What do we offer you?

At Vans, we know you expect as much from us as we do from you. That is why we make a commitment to support and grow our people. We offer extensive development and growth opportunities for your current and future positions, a competitive compensation package, and a strong benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).

Our commitment extends beyond this and into your daily work life. We strive to foster a diverse and inclusive culture based on respect, connection, and authenticity. Our focus on DEI is at the foundation of who we are and what we do.

To learn more about benefits package at Vans, follow this MyVFBenefits.com and click “Looking to Join VF”.

To learn more about our Diversity and Inclusion efforts, go to www.vans.com.

Now WE have a question for YOU.

Are you in?

Hiring Range:

$124,848.00 USD – $156,060.00 USD annually

Incentive Potential: This position is eligible for additional compensation awards that may include an annual incentive plan, sales incentive, or commission potential. Specific details of the additional compensation eligibility for this position will be provided during the recruiting and interview process.

Benefits at VF Corporation: You can review a general overview of each benefit program offered, including this year’s medical plan rates on www.MyVFbenefits.com  and by clicking Looking to Join VF? Detailed information on your benefits will be provided during the hiring process.

Please note, our hiring ranges are determined and built from market pay data. In determining the specific compensation for this position, we comply with all local, state, and federal laws.

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