This senior graphic design leadership role directs the full cycle of visual creation for Chanel’s global campaigns and U.S. initiatives from New York City, collaborating closely with the Artistic Direction team and cross-divisional partners to deliver cohesive, high-caliber visuals.
Responsibilities
- Oversee the complete campaign lifecycle, ensuring precise artwork and timely asset delivery across multiple House divisions.
- Translate global design concepts for the U.S. market while honoring its distinct objectives and perspectives.
- Produce final artwork mechanicals, communicate production specifications to partners, and manage color proofs, press runs, and site visits as needed.
- Adapt global designs into local print collateral such as brochures, sampling kits, scented materials, invitations, out-of-home media, and transparencies.
- Contribute to brand purpose by ideating and collaborating on Arts & Culture concepts for the U.S. market.
- Provide creative solutions aligned with key business and strategic objectives for PR events and marketing initiatives.
- Foster strong working relationships within the Artistic Direction team, across divisions and with external vendors and agencies.
- Champion creative excellence that informs daily tasks and decisions related to graphic design and the House’s visual direction.
- Design and construct high-quality hand-composed samples for concept validation using diverse materials.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design or a related field.
- Based in New York City with a minimum of three in-person days in the Midtown Manhattan office; additional on-site days may be required.
- At least five years of relevant experience within an in-house creative team or a creative agency.
- Some travel is required for press runs or on-site production visits.
- Expert proficiency in Photoshop, InDesign and Illustrator.
- Understanding of Figma, After Effects and SketchUp is a plus.
- Experience in the luxury sector for five or more years.
Technologies
- Photoshop
- InDesign
- Illustrator
- Figma
- After Effects
- SketchUp
Benefits
- Wellbeing resources include dedicated paid time off for wellbeing, a two-week August office closure, and a Wellbeing fund.
- Family and caregiving benefits such as parental leave, fertility support, MilkStork, and Care.com Membership.
- Generous paid time off policies covering vacation, holidays, sick and volunteer days.
- 401K and additional incentives.
- Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage, plus virtual care options, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Account, and Employee Assistance Program.
- Life insurance, Accidental Death and Dismemberment, Short and Long Term Disability, Health Advocate, international travel medical coverage, and commuter transit and parking support.
Impact you can create at Chanel
- Adapt and execute graphic collateral for global campaigns while balancing the unique needs of the U.S. market.
- Create final artwork mechanicals, relay production specs to partners, and oversee color proofs and on-site activities as required.
- Localize global designs into print collateral including brochures, sampling kits, scented materials, invitations, out-of-home media, and transparencies.
- Contribute to brand purpose by ideating and collaborating on Arts & Culture concepts for the U.S. market.
- Provide creative solutions aligned with business and marketing objectives for PR events and initiatives.
- Build and sustain strong relationships within the Artistic Direction team, cross-divisional teams, and with external vendors and agencies.
- Champion creative excellence that informs daily tasks and decisions in graphic design and visual direction.
- Design and assemble high-quality hand-composed samples for concept validation using diverse materials.
- Oversee end-to-end campaign execution across divisions to deliver cohesive visuals.
You are energized by
- Engaging in a collaborative, high-performing environment.
- Connecting global strategy with regional art production and execution.
- Working with others in new ways, large and small groups.
- Curiosity about new skills, knowledge of Chanel’s history, and trends in the luxury industry.
- Appreciation for art and beauty that informs individual and team contributions.
- Humility and self-awareness, with a growth mindset that supports the creative process and Chanel's mission.
- Fostering creativity and innovation by taking risks, testing, learning, and evolving.
- A keen eye for detail and a proactive approach to problem solving.
What you will bring to the team
- Expert level proficiency in Photoshop, InDesign and Illustrator; familiarity with Figma, After Effects or SketchUp is a plus.
- A passion for design with a meticulous eye for detail, storytelling, typography, branding and imagery across multiple media.
- Self-motivated and organized, able to manage shifting workloads and prioritize across projects.
- Excellent written and verbal communication to present creative ideas to the Artistic Direction team and cross-divisional groups.
- A collaborative mindset and eagerness to learn.
- Ability to execute on creative direction while contributing fresh ideas.
- Multi-format adaptability for point-of-sale, print, and out-of-home applications.
- Capability to produce high-quality graphic assets for local initiatives.
- Strong hand-comping skills using a variety of materials.
Position logistics
- Role based in New York City with a minimum of three in-person days at the Midtown Manhattan office; additional in-person days may be required.
- Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design or a related field.
- Minimum five years of relevant experience within an in-house creative team or creative agency.
- Travel required for press runs or onsite production visits.
Compensation
The base salary range for this position is $89,000 to $110,000 per year. Base pay is one component of total compensation, with potential for additional variable pay, bonuses, benefits, and other perks.
What skills you will learn
- Enrich the brand’s emotional resonance through Chanel’s values and heritage.
- Deliver best-in-class creative contributions through collaboration with the Artistic Direction and other métiers.
- Develop innovation skills around sustainability practices in the luxury sector.
- Deepen relationships through creativity and savoir faire within the team and across divisions.
- Continued growth of the creative process and practice within the House.
- Proficiency with internal creative tools and technology.
- Mastery of brand guidelines for typography, logos, visuals and color across media.
What experiences might you have
- Involvement with global campaigns while aligning with U.S. market initiatives.
- Collaboration with a range of teams within the Artistic Direction and with external partners.
- Participation in Chanel's leadership and career development programs and related training offerings.
- Exposure to sustainability-forward practices in luxury design.
- Experience applying brand guidelines across multiple formats and channels.
Additional information
Diversity and Inclusion
Chanel promotes diversity and inclusion, fostering respect, empathy and dignity for all. The U.S. offers Employee Resource Groups that are voluntary, employee-led communities designed to support a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace aligned with Chanel values.
CHANEL Community
The CHANEL Community enables employees to channel their passions and talents through volunteering, with Chanel matching employee donations to selected charitable organizations.
Sustainability
Chanel Mission 1.5° drives climate action in line with the Paris Agreement, aiming to limit global warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius. US sustainability initiatives are supported through taskforces and divisional programs.
Arts and Culture
Chanel supports cultural engagement through initiatives such as the CHANEL Culture Fund and the CHANEL Next Prize, with US programs including sponsorships tied to MoMA, Tribeca, Through Her Lens, and related cultural partnerships.
Fondation CHANEL
Fondation CHANEL advances opportunities for women and girls, funding multi-year partnerships to improve safety and autonomy, with impact reaching over a million individuals in its first decade.
Career and Leadership Development
Chanel offers in-house programs to support onboarding and leadership development, including initiatives like Imagine Chanel People and Heart of Leadership, complemented by blended online and live coursework via the Bloom platform and coaching from skilled trainers.
