Senior Designer Concept

About AthletaFor the past 25 years, we’ve committed ourselves and our brand to a single aim: to empower all women and girls. Inspiration. Collaboration. Connection. Inclusivity. It’s what we do best, and we’re on the hunt for people who share our passion for leading an active lifestyle, growing personally as well as professionally, and creating game-changing products and experiences.We use business as a force for good by putting people and the planet right up there with profit, which is why Athleta is a certified B Corp. Ready to make a move? Join us. Because we know that alone we’re strong, but together we’re unstoppable.About the RoleThe Senior Designer, Concept plays a key role in shaping, developing, and implementing the creative direction of Athleta’s world class beautiful, technical and sustainable performance apparel. This position helps set the creative tone seasonally, through elevated physical and digital presentations, that drive trend and concept through the unique brand voice of Athleta. This position works closely with the Design, Color and Surface teams and will report directly into the Senior Director of Concept, Color & Surface.What You'll Do

Research, edit and build inspirational and on-brand design concepts.

Closely collaborate with Color, Surface, Fabric and Design to ensure a holistic seasonal expression.

Organize and drive the digital and physical build-out of any concept presentation.

Create trend reports as needed.

Ensure product is consistent with market trends as well as business strategy; providing recommendations based on market demands and brand filters.

Work to improve processes and offers creative solutions to complex calendar of deliverables.

Who You Are

7-10 years of experience in Concept Design.

Highly creative with the ability to distill trends into commercial concepts through the brand lens.

Possess a high taste-level with a passion for research, culture and trends and a thorough knowledge of fabric, silhouettes and fit.

Displays poise and strong ability to communicate and obtain executive buy-in.

Able to work in a fast paced, dynamic, and highly collaborative environment.

Strong strategic thinking and communication skills –the ability to synthesize, develop and present clear and concise recommendations.

Experience in analytical and/or strategic brand positioning work, including design filters and customer profiling.

Experience with Adobe Photoshop, InDesign, and video editing a plus.

Benefits at Athleta

Merchandise discount for our brands: 50% off regular-priced merchandise at Old Navy, Gap, Banana Republic and Athleta, and 30% off at Outlet for all employees.

One of the most competitive Paid Time Off plans in the industry.

Employees can take up to five “on the clock” hours each month to volunteer at a charity of their choice.

Extensive 401(k) plan with company matching for contributions up to four percent of an employee’s base pay.

Employee stock purchase plan.

Medical, dental, vision and life insurance.

See more (https://corporate.gapinc.com/en-us/careers/gap-inc-careers/gap-inc-benefits) of the benefits we offer.

For eligible employeesGap Inc. is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from harassment and discrimination. We are committed to recruiting, hiring, training and promoting qualified people of all backgrounds, and make all employment decisions without regard to any protected status. We have received numerous awards for our long-held commitment to equality and will continue to foster a diverse and inclusive environment of belonging. In 2022, we were recognized by Forbes as one of the World's Best Employers and one of the Best Employers for Diversity.Salary Range: $104,100 - $137,900 USDEmployee pay will vary based on factors such as qualifications, experience, skill level, competencies and work location. We will meet minimum wage or minimum of the pay range (whichever is higher) based on city, county and state requirements.US CandidatesPlease note that effective, June 30, 2022, Gap Inc. will no longer require any of its employees to wear face masks or require proof of COVID vaccination, unless required by local or state/provincial mandates or as part of Gap Inc’s quarantine guidelines after being exposed to or testing positive for COVID. Therefore, please disregard any language in any job posting that refers to Gap Inc.’s face mask and proof of vaccination policy as said policy is no longer effective.