Designer Kipling

Kipling EMEA/Global is looking for an exceptional Designer on a six-month temporary contract to join our Design team based in Antwerp, Belgium. At Kipling we are on a mission. To live a vibrant and colourful life, go to places we’ve never been before. Be curious. Dare to live the life we’ve always wanted. That’s our mission and influences everything we do.

At Kipling we empower you to go your own way. Diversity makes us stronger and at Kipling we do believe your story matters, this is why we welcome all backgrounds. We lighten your step, powering your curiosity to go your own way. #LiveLight

You as Designer will design forward thinking commercial products reflecting the brand purpose, and creative vision, through your own designs and with creative designer collaborations. As Designer you will be building the design directions each season alongside other team members. You will be responsible for designing seasonal collections for mainline and back to school collection. Working closely with European Product Development, Asia Product Sourcing and Product Management teams you will steer your projects through the GTM milestones and deadlines.

How You Will Make a Difference

• Conceptualize designs that reflect the trends, but also reflect the integrity and aesthetic of the Kipling brand.
• Sketch concept ideas to show quick results and speed up the process.
• Contribute to the organisation of seasonal collection presentations.
• Work closely with the head of design and the cross-functional design team.
• Review samples.
• Collaborate with the Product Development and Merchandising teams throughout the development process to ensure the high level of quality and integrity in the design as well as proposing quality changes necessary to achieve targeted price points and meet calendar deadlines.
• Work closely with our Asian product developers on sourcing and sample making.

You Should Be Creative and Manage Creative Relationships, with:

• An expertise in creative product design and how to build a season theme and prints.
• The ability to understand the brand’s DNA and onboard external design creatives.
• An understanding of how to meet deadlines.
• A minimum of four years’ work experience as a designer.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the Adobe Creative Suite.
• A keen interest in fashion trends and collaborating with people from a variety of areas of expertise.
• Experience with the back-to-school market and graphic design is a plus.
• A formal education and subsequent master’s degree in design or Product Design are nice to have, but we are most interested in your total experience.

What’s in it For You

• A supportive feedback-based culture where respect and integrity guide us in what we do.
• An inclusive international environment where people of diverse backgrounds, lifestyles and nationalities love working together.
• Be part of an iconic lifestyle brand in a multi brand, multi countries organization.
• On site gym offering health and well-being initiatives.
• A discount card with 50% on all VF brands.
• Break out areas offering complimentary hot drinks.
• VF is a global apparel company connecting people to the lifestyles they cherish through our family of iconic brands.

Free to Be, Inclusion & Diversity

As a purpose-led, performance driven company, we strive to foster a culture of belonging based on respect, connection, openness and authenticity. We are committed to building and maintaining a workplace that celebrates the diversity of our associates, allowing them to bring their authentic selves to work every day. As an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, VF is committed to support disadvantaged groups whilst providing equal opportunities for both VF associates and applicants alike.

VF Diversity Vision Statement

VF is committed to creating an inclusive environment that welcomes and values the differences among all of our associates, customers, suppliers and the communities in which we live and conduct business. The continued success and growth of VF is enhanced through initiatives that promote diversity throughout VF around the world. VF is an equal employment opportunity employer of minorities, females, protected veterans and the disabled. VF is committed to providing equal opportunities in employment, and treating our VF associates and VF applicants without discrimination on the basis of their race, color, gender, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status, HIV/AIDS status, or any other legally protected factor. VF is committed to meeting the diverse needs of people with disabilities in a timely manner that is consistent with the principles of independence, dignity, integrati