Creative Coordinator/Stylist - ReqCode 2868695

Express (NYSE: EXPR) is the sixth largest specialty retailer of women's and men's apparel in the United States. The Company has 30 years of experience offering a distinct combination of fashion and quality for multiple lifestyle occasions at an attractive value. Express operates more than 560 retail outlets in high-traffic shopping malls, lifestyle centers and street locations across the United States.
The Creative Coordinator supports the Creative Manager in execution of all Visual and Marketing Creative efforts creating brand right looks for in-store projection based on the needs of the business and manager direction.

Must possess the ability to:
* Make recommendations based on trend research, store patterning and customer insight.
* Create looks for trend projections based on initial style review presentations, runway shows and current editorial issues.
* Maintain swipe file of current trend to supports recommendations.
* Own the execution of all mannequin styling and creative element installation at Floorset including: windows, hot zone, and interiors.
* Share coordination with creative design and production to ensure correct size and quantity of all elements are created and delivered.
* Provide image boards for additional windows not featured at Floorset.
* Own the communication of hand-off packets to store team at Floorset execution - both Polaris and Easton store locations.
* Lead, train and develop freelance team to execute assigned tasks quickly and efficiently meeting Brand standards and expectations.
* Provide visual merchandising with complete documentation of Floorset priorities, substitutions, trend projections and styling 'How To's' for brand guide and window documents.
* Lead the execution of brand guide windows. Preps and photos all tier options including marketing elements, individual mannequin shots, accessories and specific 'How To's. To be completed immediately following Floorset sign-off.
* Own additional looks for heightened stores by expanding on approved floorset projection for Easton store location.
Identifies and coordinates information with visual merchandising for brand guide communication.
* Participate and contribute to all creative builds.
* Supports visual merchandising on all test projects by creating compelling looks appropriate for current in-store projections.
* Install monthly window projects and imagery at Home Office.
* Support Brand meetings with trend projects and/or marketing elements.

Requirements:
* 1-3 years experience in creative visual or styling
* Ability to interpret and elevate visual presentation direction
* Elevated taste level
* Self motivator
* Excellent communication skills
* Proven ability to create brand right, relevant styles
* College degree preferred ... To view the rest of this job posting or to apply for this position please click the APPLY NOW button