THE ROLE & THE TEAM
As a Senior Art Director at Lounge e-commerce studio, you will lead creative projects from concept to execution, enhancing the visual narrative of Lounge by Zalando. This role blends hands-on creative execution with creative oversight.
You will work closely with the Creative Direction Team Lead and guide the other Art Directors to bring bold and innovative ideas to life through photo, AI, CGI and video content, ensuring consistency with Lounge’s brand values and objectives. This role requires a highly skilled and motivated individual with a proven track record in the fashion or advertising industry.
ABOUT LOUNGE BY ZALANDO
Lounge by Zalando is an online outlet for fashion and lifestyle products in 21 European countries. We offer our members daily, time-limited sale campaigns with discounts of up to 75% off the recommended retail price. However, Lounge by Zalando is so much more than discounts. Our strength lies in our focus on fashion and lifestyle brands: from sought-after labels to niche brands, from famous international names to trendy luxury brands, we make sure to meet the fashion taste of all our customers, who are always on the hunt for the best products at the best prices. Working with our brand partners, we're pioneering innovative supply-chain and production processes and offer them an impactful and smart solution, creating a new way to shop for fashion - and a new way to sell it.
INCLUSIVE BY DESIGN
If you think you have what it takes, we encourage you to apply even if you don't meet every single requirement. You may just be the right candidate for this or other roles!
At Zalando, our vision is to be the leading pan-European ecosystem for fashion and lifestyle e-commerce – one that thrives on diversity and is truly inclusive by design. We believe that diverse teams fuel innovation and creativity, and we actively seek out talent from all backgrounds.
We actively seek to reduce bias in our hiring and employment processes, focusing on your qualifications, skills, and contributions. To support this, we kindly ask that you refrain from including personal details such as your photo, age, or marital status in your CV, ensuring a fair and equitable evaluation based solely on your abilities and potential.
We are committed to providing an exceptional and accessible candidate experience for everyone. If you require any accommodations to support you throughout the hiring process, please let us know – we are here to assist you.
Discover more about our commitment to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace: https://jobs.zalando.com/en/our-culture/diversity-and-inclusion
WHAT WE’D LOVE YOU TO DO (AND LOVE DOING)
Drive visual quality across all daily e-commerce content to ensure the final output consistently raises the bar and maximizes brand impact and conversion.
Supervise a team of Art Directors to refine and implement image, AI, CGI and video guidelines for our brand.
Work closely with the Brand & Creative, Marketing and Retail teams to ensure our visuals align with business objectives and drive performance.
You stay ahead of trends, ensuring Lounge’s creative output remains innovative and culturally relevant.
Confidently manage multiple large-scale projects at a time, overseeing them from start to finish. You work collaboratively with core team members to ensure your concept is realized at the highest level.
Demonstrate strong expertise in executing campaigns within the fashion industry that are within budget and push boundaries of creativity while adhering to key KPIs.
WE'D LOVE TO MEET YOU IF
You have a minimum of 6 years of experience in art direction/creative direction from an advertising agency, fashion brand, fashion magazine or a relevant creative field and a strong portfolio.
You leverage GenAI tools in your creative processes, alongside traditional industry programs (Gemini,Firefly, MidJourney, Comfy UI, Adobe Creative Suite, CaptureOne, Digital Photography).
You have a strong understanding of e-commerce trends and an exceptional eye for identifying what resonates within the fashion industry.
You can translate business objectives and brand requirements into compelling creative strategies.
You are a sharp, clear communicator with a strong ability to present creative ideas.
You are a proactive, reliable and collaborative team player who remains professional and solution-oriented under pressure.
You are highly organized, able to juggle multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Exceptional attention to detail and a keen eye for quality and execution.
If you have what it takes, we encourage you to apply even if you don't meet every requirement. You may just be the right candidate for this or other roles!
OUR OFFER
Zalando provides a range of benefits, here’s an overview of what you can expect. Ask your Talent Acquisition Partner to learn more about what we offer.
27 days of holiday a year to start for full-time employees
2 paid volunteering days a year
Hybrid working model with up to 60% remote per week, actual practice is up to each team to best support their collaboration
Work from abroad for up to 30 working days a year
Employee shares program
40% off fashion and beauty products sold and shipped by Zalando, 30% off Lounge by Zalando, discounts from external partners
Relocation assistance available (subject to prior agreement)
Family services, including counseling and support
Health and wellbeing options (including Wellhub, formerly Gympass)
Mental health support and coaching available
Drive your development through our training platform and biannual peer-to-peer review
This position is offered as a 12-month fixed-term contract.
