Recognised as one of the fastest growing Companies in the UK, it’s a really exciting time to be joining END. If you’re positive, passionate and dedicated and want to be part of our future success this could be the role for you.
COLLABORATIONS CO-ORDINATOR- FULL TIME, WASHINGTON
Over the last 15 years, END. has evolved into a technology led retailer that provides luxury and contemporary apparel and exclusive sneaker drops to a global audience. One of the most influential, forward-thinking and inspirational fashion companies in the world, we have fresh products hitting our website daily and our service never stops.
END. prides itself on delivering a first-class customer experience, which has underpinned our success. With over 2 million customers we deliver to over 80 countries around the world and our online business is complimented by our industry leading retail stores in Newcastle, Glasgow and London.
The Collaborations Coordinator will work closely with the Senior Collaborations Design Manager to lead the creation of a range of products with the wider design team, controlling and maintaining the END. voice through the creation of product, ensuring coherent stories are being processed which will resonate with our customer base in terms of product and marketing strategy.
You will be working as part of the Collaborations team, to help lead the team through ideation, design, development and marketing strategy of all collaborative product; building and maintaining strong and functional relationships with the design team as well as brand design partners. A genuine love for the world of the fashion industry, sneaker culture and streetwear trends are essential for the role and to help lead this fast-moving team forward, with a constant goal of surpassing previous projects. A strong eye for trends, colour, product and a passion for creating powerful and unique stories is essential for the role.
The team itself is highly driven with a true passion for the world we work in and the brands we work with. Making impact is a primary driving force for the department, we’re always looking for fresh ideas and a new set of eyes to take projects to the next level. Join the team and steer the path of the next END. collaboration.
What you’ll be doing:
Key responsibilities
- Management of the product design process and the product design team - developing the team to be outstanding in their field
- Creative vision to sculpt stories, product, marketing plans, creating synergy between all aspects of collaboration projects.
- Management of design document production, including product pitch, sample reviews and to market planning.
- Understanding and implementation of colour, materialisation, design principals, customer profiling and limitations.
- Control of coherent and cohesive storytelling across all aspects of collaboration projects.
- Maintaining and assisting in guiding the END. tone of voice.
- Engage the END. community with go to market plans for collaborations that bring community and purpose to the forefront of the activation via store & social, asset creation, copywriting and any other additional content.
- Maintain and improve the standard of asset production across, imagery, video and written output.
What you’ll be able to demonstrate:
Skills and experience:
- Extensive experience of managing a team of professionals - recruiting the best talent, setting performance expectations and developing team members
- Extensive knowledge of Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign.
- Experience in footwear / apparel design.
- Creative vision beyond product design is a must, with an unparalleled attention to detail.
- Great interpersonal and relationship building skills to develop contacts and industry relations, as well as working cross-functionally with internal teams.
- High level of written and spoken language.
- Confident and engaging presentation skills.
- Highly organised and process driven with the ability to work to tight deadlines.
- A genuine hunger to push boundaries, looking to constantly surpass already high standards.
- An existing affinity for END. and the brands we sell.
- Can do attitude.
What we can offer you
- Competitive salary
- Generous staff discount and staff sales
- 31 days holidays (including bank holidays and birthday)
- Access to END. Exclusives benefits platform
- Access to Employee Assistance Programme
- Company pension scheme
- Opportunities for professional development and career progression
- Cycle-to-work scheme
- Eye-test vouchers
Our core values underpin everything we do as a business. We always put our customers first, are passionate and dedicated and strive for excellence. To achieve this, we are positive and collaborative and keep it simple.
If you have what it takes to be part of our future success, we want to hear from you.
Type of employment: Permanent, full-time