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Senior Art Director roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under the USMCA's graphic designer category when the position requires a bachelor's degree in a design-related field. Canadian citizens can apply at the port of entry without a cap or lottery. Mexican citizens require a consular appointment. Sponsorship means your employer prepares a support letter that you present at your port of entry or consular appointment.
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The Art Director supports the Sr. Art Directors / Creative Director in concepting and executing seasonal editorial imagery campaigns that push the Hollister family of brands forward.
They will collaborate with photography, styling, design, product, and strategy teams to develop and share the creative vision each season for the A&F brand. This individual would be accountable for ideating and support creating original branded content, along with fostering the organization and cross-functional partnerships required to execute against the overall brand strategy.
What Will You Be Doing?
- Working closely with the Creative Director /Sr. Art Directors / Art Directors on the conceptual development and execution of Hollister seasonal editorial campaigns. Building the Hollister brand handwriting for a new generation of consumers, building off existing brand foundations
- Pre Production: Lead the concepting and planning of Hollister seasonal photoshoots by compiling imagery for mood boards, organizing and updating production details for internal presentations, model casting, communicating with third party production companies/vendors on all aspects of shoot production. As well building and updating pre-production decks for external shoot teams.
- Post Production: Leading finalizing photography edits. Organizing imagery of all mediums through to finalization. Collaborating as needed in post-production with retouching and design partners, organizing within A&F platforms.
- Team Collaboration: Collaborating clearly and effectively with the broader creative team, including Hollister AD’s, Studio AD’s, Social AD’s, Design, Copy, Styling and Video teams. Ensure all seasonal visuals and content are synergized, telling focused brand stories and fulfilling deliverables across all channels for the Hollister brand. Supporting in both preparing and leading presentations of ideas/projects to cross functional partners and all levels of leadership.
- Team Organization: Always on maintenance of casting, image, location databases for current and future planning.
- Other projects and responsibilities as assigned – including supporting Hollister family of brands and the Hollister Studio.
What Do You Need To Bring?
- Bachelor’s degree in Design, Photography, Advertising or related experience
- 4+ years of art direction experience in fashion retail or a related industry
- On set photoshoot experience both fashion editorial in studio & location
- Experience in Adobe Creative Suite, Capture One, Keynote, Figma and Mural programs
- Experience collaborating with large cross-functional teams.
- This role requires clear communication and presentation skills. The AD must be detail oriented and be able to prioritize/bring urgency to tasks as needed. They must be highly organized and adaptable to change.
- A passion for and understanding of current trends in fashion, photography, social media, and culture – testing new ideas to further develop and advance the creative voice of the Hollister brand
- Travel required to GHO in Columbus, Ohio for key meetings including travel for photoshoots.
Our Company
Abercrombie & Fitch Co. is a global, digitally led omnichannel specialty retailer of apparel and accessories catering to kids through millennials with assortments curated for their specific lifestyle needs.
The company operates a family of brands, including Abercrombie & Fitch, YPB, abercrombie kids, Hollister and Gilly Hicks, each sharing a commitment to offer products of enduring quality and exceptional comfort that support global customers on their journey to being and becoming who they are. Abercrombie & Fitch Co. operates over 750 stores under these brands across North America, Europe, Asia and the Middle East, as well as the e-commerce sites abercrombie.com, abercrombiekids.com, and hollisterco.com.
At Abercrombie & Fitch Co., we lead with purpose and always put our people first. We’re proud to offer equitable compensation and benefits, including flexibility and competitive Paid Time Off, as well as education and engagement events, including various Associate Resource Groups, volunteer opportunities and additional time off to give back to our global communities.
Benefits & Perks
As an Abercrombie & Fitch Co. (A&F Co.) associate, you’ll be eligible to participate in a variety of benefit programs designed to fit you and your lifestyle. A&F Co. is committed to providing competitive and comprehensive benefits that align with our company’s culture and values, but most importantly – with you! We also provide competitive incentives to reward the commitment our associates have for moving our global business forward:
- Incentive bonus program
- 401(K) savings plan with company match
- Annual companywide review process
- Flexible spending accounts
- Medical, dental and vision insurance
- Life and disability insurance
- Associate assistance program
- Paid parental and adoption leave
- Access to fertility and adoption benefits through Carrot
- Access to mental health and wellness app, Headspace
- Paid Caregiver Leave
- Mobile Stipend
- Paid time off and one paid volunteer day per year, allowing you to give back to your community
- Work from anywhere (Mondays and Fridays are “work from anywhere” days for most roles and six work from anywhere weeks per year)
- Seven associate wellness half days per year
- Merchandise discount on all of our brands
- Opportunities for career advancement, we believe in promoting from within
- Access to multiple Associate Resource Groups
- Global team of people who will celebrate you for being YOU!
Additional Information
ABERCROMBIE & FITCH CO. IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
This role allows for remote work across the U.S.. Therefore, in states and cities that require the hourly or salary compensation or pay range to be included in a job posting, the recruiting pay range for this position is $95,000 - $140,000. Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary may include your specific skills, your years of experience, your work location, comparison to other employees in similar or related roles, or market demands. The range may be modified in the future.
Company Description
The Art Director supports the Sr. Art Directors / Creative Director in concepting and executing seasonal editorial imagery campaigns that push the Hollister family of brands forward.
They will collaborate with photography, styling, design, product, and strategy teams to develop and share the creative vision each season for the A&F brand. This individual would be accountable for ideating and support creating original branded content, along with fostering the organization and cross-functional partnerships required to execute against the overall brand strategy.
What Will You Be Doing?
- Working closely with the Creative Director /Sr. Art Directors / Art Directors on the conceptual development and execution of Hollister seasonal editorial campaigns. Building the Hollister brand handwriting for a new generation of consumers, building off existing brand foundations
- Pre Production: Lead the concepting and planning of Hollister seasonal photoshoots by compiling imagery for mood boards, organizing and updating production details for internal presentations, model casting, communicating with third party production companies/vendors on all aspects of shoot production. As well building and updating pre-production decks for external shoot teams.
- Post Production: Leading finalizing photography edits. Organizing imagery of all mediums through to finalization. Collaborating as needed in post-production with retouching and design partners, organizing within A&F platforms.
- Team Collaboration: Collaborating clearly and effectively with the broader creative team, including Hollister AD’s, Studio AD’s, Social AD’s, Design, Copy, Styling and Video teams. Ensure all seasonal visuals and content are synergized, telling focused brand stories and fulfilling deliverables across all channels for the Hollister brand. Supporting in both preparing and leading presentations of ideas/projects to cross functional partners and all levels of leadership.
- Team Organization: Always on maintenance of casting, image, location databases for current and future planning.
- Other projects and responsibilities as assigned – including supporting Hollister family of brands and the Hollister Studio.
What Do You Need To Bring?
- Bachelor’s degree in Design, Photography, Advertising or related experience
- 4+ years of art direction experience in fashion retail or a related industry
- On set photoshoot experience both fashion editorial in studio & location
- Experience in Adobe Creative Suite, Capture One, Keynote, Figma and Mural programs
- Experience collaborating with large cross-functional teams.
- This role requires clear communication and presentation skills. The AD must be detail oriented and be able to prioritize/bring urgency to tasks as needed. They must be highly organized and adaptable to change.
- A passion for and understanding of current trends in fashion, photography, social media, and culture – testing new ideas to further develop and advance the creative voice of the Hollister brand
- Travel required to GHO in Columbus, Ohio for key meetings including travel for photoshoots.
Our Company
Abercrombie & Fitch Co. is a global, digitally led omnichannel specialty retailer of apparel and accessories catering to kids through millennials with assortments curated for their specific lifestyle needs.
The company operates a family of brands, including Abercrombie & Fitch, YPB, abercrombie kids, Hollister and Gilly Hicks, each sharing a commitment to offer products of enduring quality and exceptional comfort that support global customers on their journey to being and becoming who they are. Abercrombie & Fitch Co. operates over 750 stores under these brands across North America, Europe, Asia and the Middle East, as well as the e-commerce sites abercrombie.com, abercrombiekids.com, and hollisterco.com.
At Abercrombie & Fitch Co., we lead with purpose and always put our people first. We’re proud to offer equitable compensation and benefits, including flexibility and competitive Paid Time Off, as well as education and engagement events, including various Associate Resource Groups, volunteer opportunities and additional time off to give back to our global communities.
Benefits & Perks
As an Abercrombie & Fitch Co. (A&F Co.) associate, you’ll be eligible to participate in a variety of benefit programs designed to fit you and your lifestyle. A&F Co. is committed to providing competitive and comprehensive benefits that align with our company’s culture and values, but most importantly – with you! We also provide competitive incentives to reward the commitment our associates have for moving our global business forward:
- Incentive bonus program
- 401(K) savings plan with company match
- Annual companywide review process
- Flexible spending accounts
- Medical, dental and vision insurance
- Life and disability insurance
- Associate assistance program
- Paid parental and adoption leave
- Access to fertility and adoption benefits through Carrot
- Access to mental health and wellness app, Headspace
- Paid Caregiver Leave
- Mobile Stipend
- Paid time off and one paid volunteer day per year, allowing you to give back to your community
- Work from anywhere (Mondays and Fridays are “work from anywhere” days for most roles and six work from anywhere weeks per year)
- Seven associate wellness half days per year
- Merchandise discount on all of our brands
- Opportunities for career advancement, we believe in promoting from within
- Access to multiple Associate Resource Groups
- Global team of people who will celebrate you for being YOU!
Additional Information
ABERCROMBIE & FITCH CO. IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
This role allows for remote work across the U.S.. Therefore, in states and cities that require the hourly or salary compensation or pay range to be included in a job posting, the recruiting pay range for this position is $95,000 - $140,000. Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary may include your specific skills, your years of experience, your work location, comparison to other employees in similar or related roles, or market demands. The range may be modified in the future.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship as a Senior Art Director
Align your portfolio to specialty occupation standards
TN eligibility hinges on proving the role requires a design-specific degree, not just creative talent. Structure your portfolio to show work tied directly to your formal education in graphic design, fine arts, or a related field.
Target agencies with in-house legal or HR teams
Boutique studios often want to sponsor but lack immigration infrastructure. Mid-size to large agencies, in-house brand teams at corporations, and production companies typically have HR staff experienced with visa sponsorship and the TN process—including preparing support letters and managing work visa documentation.
Get your degree credential assessment done early
If your bachelor's degree is from a Mexican or Canadian institution, a credential evaluation confirming U.S. equivalency strengthens your TN package. CBP officers at the border can and do scrutinize degree-to-role alignment for creative positions.
Search for TN-sponsoring employers on Migrate Mate
Rather than filtering generic job boards by keyword, use Migrate Mate to find Senior Art Director roles at employers with active TN visa sponsorship history, so you're targeting companies already set up to file your paperwork.
Clarify the job title before your employer drafts the offer letter
CBP uses your offer letter title to verify TN category eligibility. If your duties are senior creative direction but your title reads 'Creative Strategist' or 'Brand Lead,' your TN can be denied at the port of entry regardless of your qualifications.
Request premium processing if your start date is firm
Mexican nationals applying at a U.S. consulate can ask their employer to provide a detailed support letter outlining the role, qualifications, and job duties. Canadian nationals entering at a land port should confirm their employer has prepared all required documentation—including a support letter and evidence of the role's eligibility—before attempting entry, since CBP adjudicates TN status on the spot.
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Find Senior Art Director JobsSenior Art Director TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Senior Art Director role actually qualify for TN visa status?
Yes, if the position requires a bachelor's degree in graphic design, fine arts, or a closely related field. CBP classifies Senior Art Directors under the graphic designer TN category. Roles that blur into general marketing, brand management, or creative strategy without a clear design-degree requirement can face scrutiny, so the offer letter framing matters significantly.
How does TN visa sponsorship compare to H-1B for Senior Art Director positions?
TN has no annual lottery and no cap for Canadian citizens, meaning you can start as soon as an employer extends an offer and you present your documentation at a U.S. port of entry. H-1B requires entering a lottery with roughly a 25% selection rate and a waiting period of up to a year. For Canadian Senior Art Directors, TN is almost always the faster and more predictable path. Mexican nationals face a TN allocation limit but still avoid the H-1B lottery entirely.
What documents does your employer need to prepare for your TN application?
Your employer writes a support letter confirming your job title, duties, degree requirement, and employment terms. You bring that letter, your degree credential, and your passport to the port of entry if you're Canadian, or to the U.S. consulate if you're Mexican. Have the support letter ready before you travel, as you'll present it during the visa process.
Where can I find Senior Art Director jobs with TN visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for this search. You can filter for Senior Art Director roles at employers with TN visa sponsorship history, so you're not cold-applying to companies that have never navigated the process. That shortlist saves significant time in a job market where many employers want to sponsor but don't know how.
Can a Senior Art Director on TN status change employers mid-year?
Yes, but you need a new TN authorization tied to the new employer before you start working for them. Your current TN is employer-specific and does not transfer. Canadian citizens can get a new TN at a port of entry without waiting, while Mexican nationals need a new consular appointment. There is no grace period for unauthorized work between roles.
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