Merchandise Designer Jobs in Ohio (NOW HIRING)

At Bath & Body Works, we believe everybody deserves to feel good. When you join us, you're part of more than an iconic fragrance and personal care brand - you become part of Gingham Nation, where people are at the center of everything we do.

We believe great associate experiences create great consumer experiences. When our associates feel supported, inspired and empowered, consumers feel it. Whether you're starting your career or building your next chapter, we invest in your growth so you can learn, lead and help create feel good moments every day.

We are expert creators.

We are storytellers at heart and design is our language. Everything we learn from our customers, our experiences and the world around us comes together in our designs. We connect global inspiration with human need to create designs that are sensorial, evocative and joyful.

We are a design and consumer‑obsessed team based in Columbus that has talent throughout the US. We continually research and are motivated by culture, aspirational brands and packaging that keep our brand informed, inspired, and thinking differently.

We are rooted in the creative world of graphics, form, color, beauty, fashion and home — we dream up concepts, packaging that create unique experiences that connect to where consumers are or the possibilities of. While we are designers, our curiosity and passion influence far beyond product. Our success is not only in tangible items our customer loves but fostering and collaborating innovative brand thinking.

Our talent is diverse in background, which all are grounded in extensive research. Ideation and collaboration across teams makes us a creative powerhouse. We share our work through multiple touchpoints, including our weekly design meetings, Product packaging reviews and Newness meetings.

Position Description:

The Assistant Designer is responsible for assisting in designing new concepts and designs for a product category within defined theme and seasons from concept through final delivery. Coordinate and deliver brand-right designs that tie back to the overall concept and business strategy, encompassing style, color/print and graphic design for new/existing product lines. Support research and interpreting fashion trends and consumer needs that uphold the integrity of the product lines/brand.

• Assist in conceptualizing and translating design trends into concepts and components of a seasonal collection
• Support researching trends and patterns for upcoming seasons; identify trends and apply them to product / label design
• Support partnership with Merchandising to ensure the integrity of the design is maintained during the product development process
• Assist in gaining approval from Legal and Regulatory on designs
• Assist in creation and execution of final designs
• Update design board layouts and printouts, including concept boards
• Create Design Turn Overs (DTO) and finalize artwork for hand-off to the Production Team Order
• Provide approved designs and design direction to mechanical art team for development of technical specifications
• Assist in reviewing mechanical artwork for final design approval prior to release

• Minimum of 1 - 3 years of prior experience in 2D design, Illustration and graphic/product design
• Strong sense of design, typography and color; expertise in 2D label or graphic design preferred
• Strong level of creativity, conceptualization, execution, organization and design skills professional experience, etc.

• Bachelor’s degree in Design or equivalent experience

Core Competencies

• Drives Results
• Action Oriented
• Collaborates
• Decision Making

• Nimble Learning

Benefits

• Feeling good starts with you. We invest in benefits that support your well-being, growth and future, helping you thrive as a creator of feel good — every day. Benefits for eligible associates include: 

• Robust medical, dental, vision and pharmacy coverage. Plus, access to our onsite wellness center and pharmacy located at the Columbus, OH home office.

• No-cost mental health and well-being support through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

• 401k with company match and Associate Stock Purchase program with discount.

• Opportunity for paid time off, paid parental leave and access to family building benefits.

• Home, auto and pet insurance and a company-provided Care.com subscription.

• Tuition reimbursement and scholarship opportunities for post-secondary education.

• Enjoy complimentary products and a 40% merchandise discount so you can experience and share the brand you love.

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The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.

We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with arrest records, conviction records, or other criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of any applicable state and local laws. Please see links: Los Angeles Fair Chance In Hiring Ordinance, Philadelphia Fair Chance Law, San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not make employment decisions based on an individual’s race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status, and we comply with all laws concerning nondiscriminatory employment practices. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for associates and job applicants with disabilities. Our management team is dedicated to ensuring fulfillment of this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, associate activities and general treatment during employment. We only hire individuals authorized for employment in the United States.

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