Ecomm Art Director

About Matalan

From humble beginnings to disruptive innovations in the retail industry, find out about how Matalan is ever-evolving here.

We know as a team, we are stronger together – we champion equality for all and make lasting connections that go beyond work. We thrive off our inclusive culture, encouraging our colleagues to bring their true selves to work and contributing to collective creativity, open-mindedness and growth.

We want give every candidate the opportunity to perform at their best throughout the application and interview process and then ultimately in their role. If you require any adjustments during our recruitment process, please don’t hesitate to let us know.

In the event that a high volume of suitable applications are received, the post may close prior to the specified closing date. Please apply as soon as possible if interested.

About You

• 3+ years as a proven Art director or similar creative role preferably with fashion retail experience with a focus on Ecomm and Still life.
• Enthusiastic and energetic with the ability to deliver creative solutions.
• A proven track record of working with production companies delivering projects on time and in budget within a challenging retail environment.
• Practical knowledge and understanding of the design and layouts process, competent in using adobe creative suite especially Indesign and Photoshop. Previous knowledge of Capture One would be beneficial.
• Previous experience of working with and developing ecomm photography brand guidelines.
• Previous experience working and presenting to key stake holders in the buying teams forming good working relationships.
• Excellent work management and organisational skills.
• Previous experience of working with styling team to advise the styling of each item to ensure the best representation of the product.
• Knowledge of the post production process able to mark up effectively for the best final output.
  

Benefits

In addition to competitive salaries, we also offer the below core benefits:

• 20% staff discount, which increases with length of service
• Thrive Recognition Scheme
• Wellbeing support provided by the Retail Trust
• Life Assurance
• Retail Rewards platform offering discounts for other retailers
• Pension Scheme
• Access to a wide range of career development
• Additional benefits may apply depending on your role and area of the business

About the role

Based in studio our Ecomm Art Director will support the management of all Ecomm photography, across fashion & homeware.
Attending and art directing photoshoots at the external Manchester based ecommerce studio.

Key Responsibilities -

• On daily shoot you will be responsible for edit and crops of all imagery produced, ensuring final edit is on brand and consistent with ecomm guidelines.
• You will work closely with internal and external production to deliver high quality photography on time and within budget.
• Assist with ecomm image approval and post production processes/asset management.
• Regularly reviews competitor’s activities, keeping up to date with the latest trends & fashions across and photography.
• Report to the Art director and supporting them with other areas when necessary including still life and home.
• Deliver high impact creative ecomm imagery; that meets guidelines and connects with our customers across across multiple channels. Including; in-store, marketing, PR, digital and internal communications
• Working closely with the Ecomm team to continuously develop the photography to maximise sales.
• Working closely with the creative marketing team to help manage shoot requirements calendars and schedules . Need excellent work management and organisational skills.