Art Director - Brand & Editorial Campaigns Team (all genders) - Zalando Fashion Studios

THE ROLE & THE TEAM

As an Art Director at Zalando Studios, you will support the development and execution of creative projects across multiple channels, helping shape the visual storytelling of the Zalando brand. We’re looking for a skilled and ambitious creative with a strong portfolio in fashion, lifestyle, or advertising. You’ll collaborate closely with senior creatives and cross‑functional partners to bring bold, cohesive ideas to life — always with an eye for quality, innovation, and cultural relevance.

WHAT WE’D LOVE YOU TO DO (AND LOVE DOING)

• Contribute to 360° creative campaigns for Zalando and our partner brands, ensuring alignment with Zalando’s Brand & Visual Guidelines.
• Develop and execute creative concepts in collaboration with strategists, copywriters, producers, designers, stylists, and other team members.
• Work independently on mid-sized creative briefs, while supporting senior team members on larger initiatives.
• Collaborate effectively with internal stakeholders and external partners to bring campaign ideas to life.
• Help source and collaborate with external talent such as photographers, directors, and stylists to deliver high‑quality outcomes.
• Maintain awareness of creative trends in fashion, culture, and media to ensure campaign relevance and originality.

WE'D LOVE TO MEET YOU IF

• You have a degree in Visual Communication, Design, Advertising, Fashion or equivalent experience.
• You have 3–5 years of experience in art direction within fashion, lifestyle, beauty, or advertising is essential. Experience working with global brands in this space is preferred.
• You have a portfolio that demonstrates strong conceptual thinking and concept execution across a range of media (print, digital, video, social).
• You have solid proficiency in industry‑standard tools such as Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator) and familiarity with photography and production workflows.
• You have a strong interest in fashion and contemporary culture — you stay up to date on trends across fashion, design, and social media.
• You have an eye for detail, visual storytelling, and craft — with a clear understanding of how to execute ideas to a high standard.
• You have good communication and presentation skills; confident in articulating ideas to team members and stakeholders.
• You are organised and reliable, with the ability to manage time and tasks across multiple projects in a fast‑paced environment.
• You are fluent in English.

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!

OUR OFFER

• Employee shares program
• 40% off fashion and beauty products sold and shipped by Zalando, 30% off Zalando Lounge, discounts from external partners
• 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
• 27 days of vacation a year to start
• Relocation assistance available (subject to prior agreement)
• Family services, including counseling and support
• Health and wellbeing options (including Gympass)
• Mental health support and coaching available
• Drive your development through our training platform and biannual peer‑to‑peer review

INCLUSIVE BY DESIGN

At Zalando, our vision is to be inclusive by design. And this vision starts with our hiring - we do not discriminate on the basis of gender identity, sexual orientation, personal expression, ethnicity, religious belief, or disability status. You are welcome to leave out your picture, age, or marital status from your application. We only assess candidates on their qualifications and merit.

We want to provide you with a great candidate experience. Feel free to inform us of any accommodations you may need, so we can best support you throughout the hiring process.

do.BETTER - our diversity & inclusion strategy: https://corporate.zalando.com/en/our-impact/dobetter-our-diversity-and-inclusion-strategy

Our employee resource groups: https://corporate.zalando.com/en/our-impact/our-employee-resource-groups