Carters Inc.
Assistant Graphic Designer, June 2024 Executive Development Program
Carters Inc., Atlanta, Georgia, United States, 30383
Serving the needs of all families with young children,
Carter’s Inc. is the largest North American apparel retailer exclusively for babies and young children, encompassing Carter’s, OshKosh B’gosh, Skip*Hop and Little Planet brands. Meaningful work, constant learning, genuine people, and a community guided by core values that promote inclusion and innovation is in everything we do. There are many reasons to build your career at Carter's.How You’ll Make An ImpactThis role typical reports into a Designer and is based in our Buckhead office in our in-office work environment (4 days/week in-office)Creative Development - 60%:Create unique and emotional art that is brand appropriate and capable of being manufactured, with direction from manager as needed.Develop gender and age specific art that displays originality in print/patternResearch trend to bring newness and fresh ideas to conceptWork with manager and team to understand feedback and edit designs appropriatelyProcess & Calendar - 20%:Work efficiently to meet deadlines and follow through on all projectsFollow and support all established procedures within Art DepartmentCross Functional Meetings & Collaboration - 15%:Attend hindsight and sample review meetings to gain insight on selling and production capabilitiesWork with Graphics, Design and Merchandising teams to develop cohesive line point of viewAccuracy in executing paperwork and art proceduresCommunicate all updates with management and follow through with teamBasic knowledge of legal process as it relates to creativeMust HaveWe’d Love to Hear from You if:Degree in Illustration, Fabric/Textile Design, or related field required.Minimum Cumulative GPA of 3.0 (3.2 GPA or higher strongly preferred) at time of graduationRequired to have graduated within 6 months of class start dateMust be able to start in the role full-time by June 2023Must have a portfolioBachelor’s degreeMinimum cumulative GPA of 3.0(3.2 GPA or higher strongly preferred)Required to have graduated within 6 months of class start dateMust be able to start in the role full time by June 2024Possess strong working knowledge of Illustrator & Photoshop, basic color and layout skills as demonstrated through a portfolio of workBasic knowledge of color and trends, with the ability to apply that to artBasic understanding of techniques and materials for fabric printingPossess strong communication skills, display a high level of professionalism with team members, and positive attitudePreferred Skills And ExperienceInternship in Apparel Graphics or CAD Design preferredDisplay organizational skills and attention to detailAbility to effectively prioritize, multi-task and remain focused in a fast-paced environment.Our Team MembersLead Courageously: Have a strong sense of personal values that align with our Company valuesCollaborates Broadly: Build cooperation, trust, and thrive in a consensus driven environmentCustomer Focus: Proactively seek opportunities to leverage data and fact-based insights to serve customers and/or internal clientsDrive Growth: Set aggressive goals and implement plans preciselyCultivates Innovation: Respectfully challenge the "we’ve always done it this way" mentality and explore new ways to achieve desired outcomesMake a Career At Carter’sCareer Development: Success starts from within, and we have several paths from which you can choose to enhance your career evolution. From Carter’s University to Toastmasters to mentorship programs and more, we encourage you to utilize these tools to elevate your professional prowess.
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Carter’s Inc. is the largest North American apparel retailer exclusively for babies and young children, encompassing Carter’s, OshKosh B’gosh, Skip*Hop and Little Planet brands. Meaningful work, constant learning, genuine people, and a community guided by core values that promote inclusion and innovation is in everything we do. There are many reasons to build your career at Carter's.How You’ll Make An ImpactThis role typical reports into a Designer and is based in our Buckhead office in our in-office work environment (4 days/week in-office)Creative Development - 60%:Create unique and emotional art that is brand appropriate and capable of being manufactured, with direction from manager as needed.Develop gender and age specific art that displays originality in print/patternResearch trend to bring newness and fresh ideas to conceptWork with manager and team to understand feedback and edit designs appropriatelyProcess & Calendar - 20%:Work efficiently to meet deadlines and follow through on all projectsFollow and support all established procedures within Art DepartmentCross Functional Meetings & Collaboration - 15%:Attend hindsight and sample review meetings to gain insight on selling and production capabilitiesWork with Graphics, Design and Merchandising teams to develop cohesive line point of viewAccuracy in executing paperwork and art proceduresCommunicate all updates with management and follow through with teamBasic knowledge of legal process as it relates to creativeMust HaveWe’d Love to Hear from You if:Degree in Illustration, Fabric/Textile Design, or related field required.Minimum Cumulative GPA of 3.0 (3.2 GPA or higher strongly preferred) at time of graduationRequired to have graduated within 6 months of class start dateMust be able to start in the role full-time by June 2023Must have a portfolioBachelor’s degreeMinimum cumulative GPA of 3.0(3.2 GPA or higher strongly preferred)Required to have graduated within 6 months of class start dateMust be able to start in the role full time by June 2024Possess strong working knowledge of Illustrator & Photoshop, basic color and layout skills as demonstrated through a portfolio of workBasic knowledge of color and trends, with the ability to apply that to artBasic understanding of techniques and materials for fabric printingPossess strong communication skills, display a high level of professionalism with team members, and positive attitudePreferred Skills And ExperienceInternship in Apparel Graphics or CAD Design preferredDisplay organizational skills and attention to detailAbility to effectively prioritize, multi-task and remain focused in a fast-paced environment.Our Team MembersLead Courageously: Have a strong sense of personal values that align with our Company valuesCollaborates Broadly: Build cooperation, trust, and thrive in a consensus driven environmentCustomer Focus: Proactively seek opportunities to leverage data and fact-based insights to serve customers and/or internal clientsDrive Growth: Set aggressive goals and implement plans preciselyCultivates Innovation: Respectfully challenge the "we’ve always done it this way" mentality and explore new ways to achieve desired outcomesMake a Career At Carter’sCareer Development: Success starts from within, and we have several paths from which you can choose to enhance your career evolution. From Carter’s University to Toastmasters to mentorship programs and more, we encourage you to utilize these tools to elevate your professional prowess.
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