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About the Team

You will be part of the Catalog Creative team at Pottery Barn, working in our brand headquarters in San Francisco, CA. Our job is to produce print catalogs from concept through to final print ready files, working together with Design, Editorial, Merchants and other cross-functional partners. 

About the Role

The Asset Production Assistant is responsible for supporting the Asset Production Coordinator and Catalog Creative team by processing incoming photography, building catalog layouts, and finalizing product and editorial copy through several rounds of proofs. The goal is to create seasonal catalogs that are beautiful, easily shoppable and on-brand. The role requires a can-do attitude, flexibility, and ongoing communication with multiple internal and external partners to produce seasonal catalogs and assist with season launches.

Essential Functions

• Build layouts in InDesign using pre-existing brand templates for image and copy intensive catalog spreads.

• Work with editorial and product information teams to gather product and editorial copy for assigned catalog spreads utilizing the brand's established paragraph/character styles; drawing from multiple sources to collect information. 

• Download incoming notes and photography, tracking these seasonal assets in Airtable boards.

• Crop and organize images for pass off to Ecom team.

• Help action comments and create edits throughout multiple proofing cycles; working closely with cross-functional partners-merchants, editorial and color team-to help ensure accurate information is reflected in the catalog before it goes to print.

• Update seasonal Perpetual Proof in Figma to ensure accurate changes and layouts are tracked and monitored throughout catalog development. 

• Assist in the creation of seasonal brand asset presentations for executive review and cross-channel distribution.

• Other administrative tasks as assigned. 

Qualifications

• BA/BS in Graphic Design, Graphic Communications, Fine Arts with some related experience preferred. 
• High proficiency in Adobe InDesign in Mac OS X operating environment. Knowledge of Photoshop and other Adobe Creative Suite appreciated. 
• Working knowledge of Figma, Airtable and Microsoft Office programs. 
• Must be highly detail-oriented with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously; able to perform under pressure within a fast-paced work environment with tight deadlines. 
• Strong organizational, written and verbal communication skills. 
• Ability to adapt to new production software and systems.

Our Culture & Values 
We believe that taking care of our people is vital to our success, and we strive to offer equitable and transparent practices for all. We prioritize connection, growth, and wellbeing. 
People First 
Putting People First means investing in overall well-being and opportunities to grow and advance within the organization. Depending on the position and location, here are a few highlights of what benefits may be available: 
Benefits 
- A generous discount on all WSI brands 
- A 401(k) plan and other investment opportunities 
- Paid vacations, holidays, and time off to volunteer 
- Health benefits, dental and vision insurance, including same-sex domestic partner benefits 
- Tax-free commuter benefits 
- A wellness program that supports your physical, financial and emotional health 
Continued Learning 
- In-person and online learning opportunities through WSI University 
- Cross-brand and cross-function career opportunities 
- Resources for self-development 
- Advisor (Mentor) program 
- Career development workshops, learning programs, and speaker series 
WSI will not now or in the future commence an immigration case or "sponsor" an individual for this position (for example, H-1B or other employment-based immigration).

This role is not eligible for relocation assistance.

Williams-Sonoma, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Williams-Sonoma, Inc. will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, or other applicable state or local laws and ordinances.

The expected starting pay range for this position is $26-$30/hr. Applicable pay ranges may differ across markets. Actual pay will be determined based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law. In addition to competitive pay, compensation may include a variety of other components like benefits, paid time off, merit, and bonus opportunities. 

Our Company
Founded in 1956, Williams-Sonoma, Inc. is the premier specialty retailer of high-quality products for the kitchen and home in the United States. Our family of brands are Williams Sonoma, Williams Sonoma Home, Pottery Barn, Pottery Barn Kids, Pottery Barn Teen, Rejuvenation, West Elm, Mark & Graham, Outward, and GreenRow. These brands are among the best known and most respected in the industry. We offer beautifully-designed, stylish and functional products for every area of the home, including the kitchen, living room, bedroom, home office, closet, laundry room and even outdoor spaces. We've seen some big changes since our first brick-and-mortar store opened more than half of a century ago. What hasn't changed is our passion for high-quality products, functional design, outstanding customer service, and enhancing the lives of our customers and the communities where we operate. Today, we're a multi-brand, multi-channel, global enterprise supported by state-of-the-art technology and some of the most talented teams in retailing - and we're always looking for new energy and ideas.