Senior Art Director EMEA (Timberland)

Timberland is looking for an exceptional Senior Art Director EMEA to join our Marketing team based in Stabio, Switzerland.

Founded in 1973, Timberland® is a global outdoor lifestyle brand. Best known for its original yellow boot designed for the harsh elements of New England, Timberland today offers a full range of footwear, apparel and accessories for people who value purposeful style and share the brand’s passion for enjoying - and protecting - nature.   

At the heart of the Timberland brand is the core belief that a greener future is a better future.  This comes to life through a decades-long commitment to make products responsibly, protect the outdoors, and strengthen communities around the world.   

Let’s Talk about the Role

Reporting to the Brand Creative Senior Director, you are in a leadership role focused on the visual strategy and execution of marketing campaigns, ensuring they are impactful and aligned with the brand's overall vision and energy. 

• Art Director:  Responsible for the overall visual direction and aesthetic of all branded content, ensuring they are visually compelling and effective   
• GTM (Go-To-Market):  Responsible for the overall strategy and execution of launching a product or service into the market, encompassing everything from pre-launch marketing to post-launch support  

What you will do:

• Develop and implement compelling and engaging visual strategy for campaigns, ensuring brand objectives and consistency
• Oversee the creation of visual assets, such as imagery, graphics, and video  
• Collaborate with other departments, such as marketing and product, to ensure alignment and consistency  
• Stay up to date on the latest trends and technologies in visual communication. 
• Manage budgets and timelines with cross-functional teams to bring campaigns to life
• Understand the target audience and market landscape to develop visuals that resonate with the intended audience   

How you will do it: 

• Collaborate with GTM teams to ensure that creative assets are aligned with overall marketing strategies and launch plans   
• Collaborate with copywriters, designers, developers, and other stakeholders to ensure cohesive and effective creative execution   
• Manage tasks to ensure efficient workflow and timely completion of projects   
• Present ideas and concepts to clients and stakeholders, incorporating feedback and revisions as needed  

What do you need to succeed?

We all have unique skills that we bring to work and celebrate every day.  For this role, there are foundational skills you’ll need to succeed and excel.  Additionally, while formal education a bachelor's degree in a relevant field like art, design, marketing, advertising, graphic design, or communications or related fields is great to have, we are most interested in your 5+ years of experience and professional achievements in creative roles (perhaps starting as a graphic designer, photographer, or other creative position) and your strong portfolio.

The foundational skills you will need in this position are:

• Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills
• Strong sense of concepts and ability to clearly articulate an idea through specific references and design compositions. 
• Excellent time management and prioritization skills to meet tight deadlines.
• Managerial skills, including delegating tasks.
• Ability to adapt to different styles and visions to fit clients’ guidelines.
• Comfort with technology related to art as well as the latest production and art techniques
• Strong knowledge of the Adobe suite and all current tools  
• Video editing ability 
• Post-production ability 
• Willingness to receive and implement feedback to improve designs
• Solid experience in image making and industry relationships
• The ability to manage and execute toolkits
• Strong understanding of market trends - including new and existing talent 
• Fashion experience a plus, we will consider a personal understanding of brands and sectors across luxury, contemporary and commercial.

VF is a global apparel company connecting people to the lifestyles they cherish through our family of iconic brands. At the heart of our journey lies our purpose: We power movements of sustainable and active lifestyles for the betterment of people and our planet. This is our purpose. It’s the reason we come to work every day. Our purpose unites us and leads us to pursue our goals, together. This is our calling. Learn more at vfc.com

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.

• A supportive feedback-based culture where respect and integrity guide us in what we do
• An inclusive international environment where people of diverse backgrounds, lifestyles and nationalities love working together
• Be part of an iconic lifestyle brand in a multi brand, multi countries organization
• On site gym offering health and well-being initiatives
• A discount card with 50% on all VF brands
• Break out areas offering complimentary hot drinks

This post is not eligible for relocation support.

Free to Be, Inclusion & Diversity 

As an equal opportunity employer, 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.

If you like what you have read and want to join our team then we would like to hear from you!