Emplacement: Canada
État/Province/Ville: British Columbia
Ville: Vancouver
Unité commerciale: Store Support Centre (SSC)
Type d'heure: Full-time
Design Assistant - Arts & Graphics
Description et exigences
who we are
lululemon is an innovative performance apparel company for yoga, running, training, and other athletic pursuits. Setting the bar in technical fabrics and functional design, we create transformational products and experiences that support people in moving, growing, connecting, and being well. We owe our success to our innovative product, emphasis on stores, commitment to our people, and the incredible connections we make in every community we're in. As a company, we focus on creating positive change to build a healthier, thriving future. In particular, that includes creating an equitable, inclusive and growth-focused environment for our people.
about this team
As a world class design team, we are at the forefront of the industry in creating transformative products and experiences for our guests. We establish the Creative direction for our brand and through a deep understanding of guests needs, cultural references and science of feel solutions, we create innovative products that address our guests’ unmet needs. We drive excellence by establishing a strong connection between design, innovation and raw materials. We create products distinguished by their silhouettes, fit, function and style. We are responsible for designing the global product assortment, creating the global colour palette, seasonal prints and graphics. We are dedicated to cultivating a culture of continuous learning and growth, where Designers are empowered to push boundaries and unleash their full potential.
core responsibilities
- Research and stay informed of relevant global cultural and aesthetic trends, and global guest preferences. Analyze how graphic design trends, finishes and colours emerge and can influence the Graphic Design team. With the support of your Manager, refine and edit research through the lens of our brand strategy.
- Under the direction and mentorship of the Design Manager and the Graphic Design team, maintain graphic design techpacks, overviews and templates. Modify sketches and use relevant programs as required. Prepare graphic techpacks, overviews and samples as needed ahead of major GTM gates.
- Under the direction and mentorship of the Design Manager and the Graphic Design team, select elevated techniques, finishes and trims from the Graphic Design and Trims library.
- Apply colour and graphics to the assortment, inclusive of new, core and carryover styles, in consideration of feasibility, known limitations and commercial viability.
- Support the Graphic Design team by taking detailed notes during fittings and updating styles accordingly, and develop a thorough understanding of all Graphics styles across Mainline and Special Projects.
- Maintain the coloured assortment as required, based on feedback and change requests from Design leadership and cross functional partners.
- Systematically manage files, documents, and accurate records and notes, to support the Graphic Design team.
- Work in collaboration with Apparel Design and Product Development partners to understand the full context of Graphic styles and assortments to inform the Graphic Design team as needed.
- Maintain and organize the Graphic Design space, sample library and keep track of inspirational samples.
qualifications
- 0 – 2 years minimum industry experience is required
- BA, BFA or BS in Graphic Design (or equivalent)
- Proficient in Adobe Suite (In Design, Illustrator, Photoshop)
- Design skills - To support the team in creating garments that are aesthetically pleasing, functional and commercially viable. This includes supporting the team in creating mock-ups, relevant note taking during fittings and updating styles
- Communication - clearly articulate design ideas and concepts to the team, stakeholders and cross functional partners, both verbally and visually. It also involves listening and incorporating feedback
- Innovative Thinking - Generate new ideas, processes and solutions that push the boundaries of product creation. It involves thinking outside of the box to produce fresh, innovative ideas
- Organizational skills - Systematically manage files, documents, research and inspirational samples, and keeping accurate records and notes, in order to support the design team
must haves
- Acknowledge the presence of choice in every moment and take personal responsibility for your life.
- Possess an entrepreneurial spirit and continuously innovate to achieve great results.
- Communicate with honesty and kindness and create the space for others to do the same.
- Lead with courage, knowing the possibility of greatness is bigger than the fear of failure.
- Foster connection by putting people first and building trusting relationships.
- Integrate fun and joy as a way of being and working, aka doesn’t take yourself too seriously.
additional notes
Immigration support is potentially available for this role.
compensation and benefits package
lululemon’s compensation offerings are grounded in a pay-for-performance philosophy that recognizes exceptional individual and team performance. The typical hiring range for this position is from $55,300-$72,600 CAD annually; the base pay offered is based on market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and internal equity. As part of our total rewards offering, permanent employees in this position may be eligible for our competitive annual bonus program, subject to program eligibility requirements.
At lululemon, investing in our people is a top priority. We believe that when life works, work works. We strive to be the place where inclusive leaders come to develop and enable all to be well. Recognizing our teams for their performance and dedication, other components of our total rewards offerings include support of career development, wellbeing, and personal growth:
- Extended health and dental benefits, and mental health plans
- Paid time off
- Savings and retirement plan matching
- Generous employee discount
- Fitness & yoga classes
- Parenthood top-up
- Extensive catalog of development course offerings
- People networks, mentorship programs, and leadership series (to name a few)
Note: The incentive programs, benefits, and perks have certain eligibility requirements. The Company reserves the right to alter these incentive programs, benefits, and perks in whole or in part at any time without advance notice.
workplace arrangement
In-person collaboration and connection is important to our culture. Work is performed onsite, minimum 4 days per week.
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Only those applicants under consideration will be contacted. Please accept our utmost appreciation for your interest. Lululemon is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on merit and business needs, and not on race, color, creed, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, marital status, medical condition, physical or mental disability, military service, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions or any other classification protected by federal, state or provincial and local laws and ordinances. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request. This Equal Employment Opportunity policy applies to all practices relating to recruitment and hiring, compensation, benefits, discipline, transfer, termination and all other terms and conditions of employment. While management is primarily responsible for seeing that Lululemon equal employment opportunity policies are implemented, you share in the responsibility for assuring that, by your personal actions, the policies are effective.
lululemon s’engage à fournir des accommodements raisonnables pour les candidats avec un handicap. Si vous souhaitez qu’un membre de notre équipe communique avec vous pour un soutien personnalisé, écrivez-nous à accommodations@lululemon.com. In your email, please include the position title, the location of the position and the nature of your request.