Vans: Associate Designer, SMU Lifestyle Apparel

As the Associate Graphic Designer (SMU), you will embark on creative journey into creating global on-trend graphics for our Direct to Consumer Department. In this role, you will particapte in creating graphics that visually capture  consumers, story tell and are brand driven that align with our vision and values.

Join the Vans Family

Vans® is the original action sports footwear company, rooted in authenticity and creativity. Founded in 1966, we have thrived on a legacy of impacting our greater community through four pillars: action sports, music, art and street culture. We are constantly inspired by the creative voyagers within our company and community.  For them, creativity is about the journey, not just the output.  Our mission is to empower everyone to use creativity to discover themselves. Our vision is to create a world where anyone can be their unique self.

At Vans, our culture sets us apart and influences everything we do. We are driven by our five values: We have HEART – also referred to as the “Van Doren Spirit”.  We are relentlessly CURIOUS about our consumers and the world around us. We are UNAPOLOGETICALLY AUTHENTIC and whole heartedly believe the most “Off the Wall” thing you can do is be yourself.  We are driven by a spirit of INGENUITY.  And we are passionate about local COMMUNITIES.  And most of all, we are a family that has fun together.

At Vans we empower creative exploration and inspire youth culture through a commitment to inclusivity. We welcome anyone and everyone into our global family and proudly celebrate and environment where individuality is embraced, equal opportunities thrive, and everyone is empowered to reach their greatest potential. 

By joining our family, you will be immersed in an environment of incredibly supportive and collaborative people. We work hard across a multitude of initiatives to bring the Van Doren Spirit to life. We live for what we do.

How You Will Make a Difference

What you will do:

• You will work with your direct manager to gain consumer knowledge to help guide your designs for all printable apparel categories.
• Responsible for maintain techpack design templates and product cad detail pages.
• Help cureate a working document of design assets for SMU design team.
• Collaborate with product development to expand your knowledge in print execution.

How you will do it:

• Collaborate and ideate through rough sketches and concepts.
• Study graphic trends and print applications.
• Particapate in market research and analysis of our competitors to better understand trends.
• Demonstrate strong teamwork skills through collaboration with cross-functional team members.
• Establish a creative relationship within the design department to share ideas and learn all aspects.
• Ablility to multi-task in a fast-paced environment around tight timelines.
• Adhere to all calendar dates and deadlines.

What success looks like:

• Function with a highly collaborative mindset, and ability to work closely with cross-functional partners to create best in class product.

Free To Be, Inclusion & Diversity

As a mission-led, performance driven company, we strive to foster a culture of belonging based on respect, connection, openness and authenticity. We are committed to building and maintaining a workplace that celebrates the diversity of our associates, allowing them to bring their authentic selves to work every day.

Skills for Success

Years of Related Professional Experience: 4+ years

Educational Position Requirements:

A formal education and subsequent undergraduate/graduate degrees are nice to have, but we are most interested in your total experience and professional achievements.

What we expect you already know: 

• Proficient in computer design programs, (e.g., Illustrator, Photoshop,Procreate)
• Knowledge print / manufacturing techniques and creating techpacks.
• Ability to work within a team dynamic, maintaining organization of work priorities across multiple projects.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with other design departments

VF Guiding Principles: Live with Integrity, Act Courageously, Be Curious, Act with Empathy, and Perservere.

What’s in it For You

We’re in the business of unleashing human potential, driven by the ideas, energy and commitment of our people. That’s why we offer comprehensive benefits that encourage mental, physical and financial well-being for all VF associates. When it comes to benefits, we’re the total package. Go to MyVFBenefits.com and click on “Looking to Join VF?” to learn more.

Our Parent Company, VF Corporation

VF is one of the world’s largest apparel,