Associate Graphic Designer at Wella Company – Calabasas, California

Position: Associate Graphic Designer

Location: Calabasas, CA (Hybrid – 3 Days Onsite)

Reports to: Manager, eCommerce Graphics

Scope: Wella Pro, Wella Care, Sebastian, Nioxin, OPI, Clairol, Color Charm, Briogeo, and Wella Ed / North America

ABOUT THE WELLA COMPANY

Together, WE enable individuals to look, feel, and be their true selves.

Wella Company is one of the world’s leading beauty companies, comprised of a family of iconic brands such as Wella Professionals, Clairol, OPI, Nioxin, and ghd. With 6,000 employees globally and a presence in over 100 countries, Wella Company and its brands enable consumers to look, feel, and be their true selves. As innovators in the hair and nail industry, Wella Company empowers its people to delight consumers, inspire beauty professionals, engage communities, and deliver sustainable growth to its stakeholders.

For additional information about the Wella Company please visit www.wellacompany.com.

THE ROLE

The Associate Graphic Designer supports the creation and delivery of digital design assets across Wella Company’s brand portfolio in support of eCommerce, retailer, and brand-owned platforms. This role focuses on hands-on production and execution, working under the direction of the Manager, eCommerce Graphics to deliver accurate, on-brand digital assets that meet brand and customer requirements.

This is an entry-level role designed for a designer who is eager to learn, develop their skills, and gain exposure to multi-brand, multi-retailer digital design in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support the execution of digital design assets using Adobe Photoshop and other established design tools.
• Produce digital assets across multiple brands while adhering to brand guidelines and visual standards.
• Adapt and resize creative assets to meet retailer, marketplace, and customer-specific specifications.
• Incorporate feedback and revisions accurately and efficiently under guidance from the Senior Manager of Digital Graphic Design.
• Ensure all assigned assets meet quality standards, technical requirements, and delivery timelines.
• Organize and manage working files according to established naming conventions and processes.
• Support the use of design templates and standardized creative systems.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to understand basic content and customer requirements.
• Demonstrate curiosity and willingness to learn new tools, platforms, and emerging technologies, including AI-powered creative tools, as appropriate.
• Stay aware of digital design trends and evolving platform requirements to support continuous improvement.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 2+ years of experience in digital graphic design, including internships or entry-level roles.

• Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, or a related field, or equivalent coursework or internship experience.

• Working knowledge of Adobe Photoshop and familiarity with digital design best practices.
• Basic understanding of brand guidelines and digital asset requirements.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow direction and established processes.
• Willingness to learn and grow in a fast-paced, production-focused environment.
• Strong communication skills and openness to feedback.
• Interest in eCommerce, digital retail, or online content design preferred.

We disclose the compensation range for positions in compliance with local law. Actual salaries will vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including but not limited to location, experience, skills and in comparison to internal incumbents currently in similar roles. Pay Range: $70,000 - $75,000 salary per year. The range listed is just one component of Wella Company's total rewards package for employees. Other rewards may include annual bonus plan or variable pay, depending on the role. In addition, Wella Company provides a rich variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance, life and disability insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, paid holidays and paid time off (PTO).

NOTICES

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, please email NA.Recruiting@wella.com. This email account will not respond to inquiries regarding the status of a candidate’s application.

Qualified Applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

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