Job Description
POSITION TITLE: Associate Designer - Concept
REPORTS TO: Designer, Senior Designer, Associate Design Director, Director, Senior Director, or Vice President
Position Summary
Conduct market research and coordinate with the Design Team to seasonally analyze and strategize key trends and concepts to further evolve the aerie brand.
Responsibilities
- Work closely with supervisor to compile seasonal conceptual design books for design, merchandising and marketing teams; covering print, color, outfitting, key items and innovations to move product on
- Research and help to create on trend seasonal color palettes, manage the color process from start to finish
- Research and identify key social media influencers in order to recognize consumer trends and support the brand vision
- Conduct photo research at target customer venues (malls, campuses, concert events) and present all findings to design and merchant teams
- Travel and shop the market identifying new trends for Aerie
- Research and compile runway, trade show, and trend reports
- Research and create inspirational marketing ideas that will support concept presentation
- Support and participate in seasonal conceptual design books for design, merchandising and marketing teams
- Attend milestone meetings, line reviews, pre-season floorsets and financial overviews, providing perspective and insight to creative leadership on product assortments
- Work closely with designers on translating concept
- Develop strong cross-functional partnerships throughout the organization
- Perform other duties as required
- Able to work in a hybrid environment, meaning that some work may be performed remotely but certain essential functions must be performed in-person/in-office based on the needs of the business
- In person/in-office collaboration is required, the frequency of such in-person/in-office collaboration (e.g., portion of week, entire week) is dictated by business needs. Such collaboration includes work centralized around product development, milestone meetings, fittings, and approvals
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Fashion or Art (or equivalent experience and education)
- 2-3 years related experience
- Ability to act as liaison between many departments; excellent communication and analytic skills
- Must be detail oriented, computer literate and to handle multiple tasks at once
- Keen eye for color, trend, detail and construction
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Pay/Benefits Information
- Actual starting pay is determined by various factors, including but not limited to relevant experience and location.
- Subject to eligibility requirements, associates may receive health care benefits (including medical, vision, and dental); wellness benefits; 401(k) retirement benefits; life and disability insurance; employee stock purchase program; paid time off; paid sick leave; and parental leave and benefits.
- Paid Time Off, paid sick leave, and holiday pay vary by job level and type, job location, employment classification (part-time or full-time / exempt or non-exempt), and years of service. For additional information, please click here.
- AEO may also provide discretionary bonuses and other incentives at its discretion.
About Us
Get to Know AEO
American Eagle Outfitters, Inc. (NYSE: AEO) is a leading global specialty retailer with a portfolio of beloved apparel brands including American Eagle, Aerie, OFFL/NE by Aerie, Todd Snyder and Unsubscribed.
Rooted in optimism, inclusivity and authenticity, AEO’s brands empower every customer to celebrate their unique personal style by offering casual, comfortable, timeless outfitting and high-quality products that are made to last. In addition to a robust e-commerce business, we operate stores in the United States, Canada and Mexico, with merchandise available in more than 30 countries through a global network of license partners.
At AEO, we believe in the power of our people and our brands. Our
Better Together culture creates a mutual desire to succeed–inspiring our community to excel, while driving future growth for the business and associates. Through experience, exposure and education we empower associates to build their unique career journey.
Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Access at AEO
We remain committed to building an inclusive culture that is welcoming and fosters a sense of belonging for everyone. Please see more about our initiatives here .
AEO is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to complying with all federal, state and local equal employment opportunity ("EEO") laws. AEO prohibits discrimination against associates and applicants for employment because of the individual's race or color, religion or creed, alienage or citizenship status, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, gender identity or expression, marital or partnership status, domestic violence or stalking victim status, genetic information or predisposing genetic characteristics, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. This applies to all AEO activities, including, but not limited to, recruitment, hiring, compensation, assignment, training, promotion, performance evaluation, discipline and discharge. AEO also provides reasonable accommodation of religion and disability in accordance with applicable law.
Applications will be accepted until the Apply Before date (if applicable), but may be extended based on applicant volume.
JOB INFO
Job Identification 23556
Job Category : Product Design
Posting Date : 2026-02-23T17:08:15+00:00
Job Schedule : Full time
Locations : New York, NY, United States
