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DescriptionABOUT US
Typo exists to make life less serious.
Our community are an eclectic mix of creatives who find joy in the everyday. They are the driving force behind our brand, inspiring us to create products that are anything but ordinary.
Stationery is the cornerstone of our brand, it’s at the core of who we are and it’s where we started. We believe that stationery is more than just pens and paper; it's a form of art that allows individuals to express themselves and connect with others. We've evolved over time, broadening our range to create fun, unexpected and innovative gifts, and lifestyle products that are anything but ordinary.
ABOUT THE GIG
We are on the hunt for a ridiculously talented Art Director to join Typo’s creative crew. If you have got an eye for game changing visuals, a head full of bold ideas, and a knack for leading a team to greatness, this might just be your next gig.
As an Art Director at Typo, you will be shaping the brand’s creative output across campaigns, content, and everything in between. From concepting and shooting to rolling out campaign assets across digital, social, print, and video, you will be of an important part in driving the visual storytelling that makes Typo, well Typo.
You will lead a team of creatives, championing bold ideas, mentoring up and coming talent, and keeping everything on brand and on point. Expect to juggle multiple campaigns, lead high energy shoots, and push boundaries, all while making sure our creative vision stays razor sharp.
WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING
• Setting the brand visuals for campaign, eCommerce through brand storytelling, ensuring output is fit for purpose across multiple channels.
• Overseeing and directing photoshoots, briefing teams, assisting creative production and styling, plus collaborating with broader marketing creative teams and channel stakeholders.
• Leading a team of campaign specialists, working with external collaborators including photographers, videographers, and stylists while working alongside a talented graphics team.
• Helping shape up creative production from ideation to execution, ensuring efficiency, high standards, and consistency across all outputs.
• Defining and driving styling direction across wardrobe, props, and product, from campaign shoots to social content to eCommerce.
• Exploring and integrating generative AI and emerging technologies into creative workflows to drive innovation and efficiency.
• Rolling up your sleeves and getting hands on with concepting, art direction, and final execution across all channels.
• Providing mentorship, clear creative direction, and constructive feedback to elevate the work and upskill the team.
WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TABLE
• A natural creative leader with previous experience in Art Direction.
• A portfolio packed with creative, commercially successful work across fashion, retail, or lifestyle brands.
• Strong storytelling skills through stills, video, social content, and print.
• Proven experience in driving creative production, balancing creative ambition with practical execution.
• A strong sense of styling direction, ensuring brand consistency across wardrobe, product, and props for all creative outputs.
• A curiosity for generative AI and emerging technologies, with an eagerness to explore how they can be applied to creative production and visuals.
• The ability to balance creative vision with commercial objectives.
• A strategic thinker who understands how to connect with and inspire our audience.
• Impeccable attention to detail, problem solving skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• A collaborative, fun, and fearless attitude. You love working with teams, bouncing around ideas, and bringing energy to the creative process.
• Based in North Geelong, with the ability to travel between Melbourne and Geelong when needed. Flexible work options available, but this is a hands-on role.
WHY JOIN US
Work with a creative, high-energy team that thrives on fresh ideas and pushing boundaries. Lead exciting projects that reach audiences across the globe and be part of a brand that does not take itself too seriously but takes creativity very seriously.
We are committed to personal and professional development, which is supported by an ever growing and expanding structure. We believe our people deserve the best space to their best work and to support this we provide:
50% team member discount off all brands (excl. Ceres Life which is 30% off)
A world class office with a state-of-the-art Wellness Centre featuring spa therapists, holistic health experts and free fitness classes (think reformer Pilates classes, personal training sessions, yoga studio, spin room and run club!)
A brand-new childcare centre onsite – incredible facilities, indoor and outdoor play areas, subsidised cost, and your kids are right next door!
☕️ The Beckley, our in-house café with chef prepared healthy meals, coffee and snacks. You can also grab a nutritious take home meal, taking the stress out of dinner time.
Flexible working – enabling you to find the right working rhythm to be at your best.
Competitive salary packaging – ensuring we are constantly benchmarking to industry.
On-site concierge, let us help you get your life sorted with dry cleaning, car wash and more.
An Employee Assistance Program for you and your family.
Returning from maternity leave (or primary carer parental leave)? Work part-time and get paid full-time for 2 months, all part of supporting you during your transition back to work.
Team mingle celebrations, speaker’s series, surprise and delight moments – the magic happens when we get together.
Do you have a dog? Bring them into the office. We love them!
At Cotton On, we are focused on building a culture centred in belonging, and we are committed to creating workplaces where each individual can show up as their whole self, having an equal opportunity to succeed with us.
We are proud of our diverse global workforce of 20,000 team members from countless nationalities, and we strongly welcome and encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply with us.
We are focused on bringing more voices, experiences and backgrounds to our workforce as we drive diverse and inclusive outcomes for our team and our customers.
If you have any individual needs in order to fully participate in the recruitment process, please contact us at recruitment@cottonon.com.au so we may support you in completing the job application process.