careers : careers
Opening Ceremony is seeking responsible, creative, fun, and dependable individuals who are devoted to pursuing a career in fashion or fashion retail. Our company is growing fast so opportunity for advancement is abundant if you have dedication. For general candidatures, please send cover letter and resumé to jobs@openingceremony.us.Only candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted. Opening Ceremony is an equal employment opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination in employment based on race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, uniform service member status, marital status, pregnancy, age, medical condition (cancer-related or HIV/AIDS-related), disability, as well as any other category protected by federal, state, or local laws.
OPENING CEREMONY CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
OC SHOWROOM: Market Week Interns (Paris, FRANCE) - Posted 5/20/13
Opening Ceremony is looking for energetic Paris-based interns for Women's Spring/Summer 2014 week and market week, from June 25th-July 7th, 2013. We are seeking highly organized, quick-thinking team players with an appreciation of fashion who can multi-task, and who possess strong visual merchandising skills. Showroom market experience is a plus.
Duties would include:
Assisting the showroom account executives
Greeting appointment guests
Merchandising and organizing the showroom throughout market week
Maintaining linesheets and lookbooks
This internship is unpaid, but can count towards school credit. Meals and other benefits may be provided.
In order to apply, please e-mail a resumé to SHOWROOM-STAFF@OPENINGCEREMONY.US with "PARIS INTERN" in the subject line.
OC SHOWROOM: Interns (New York, NY) - Posted 5/06/12
Opening Ceremony is looking for energetic Showroom interns to start at the end of May and work through July 2013. We are seeking highly organized, quick-thinking team players with an appreciation of fashion who can multi-task, and who possess strong visual merchandising skills. Showroom market experience is a plus.
Duties would include:
Assisting the showroom team during market week
Greeting appointment guests
Merchandising and organizing the showroom
Maintaining linesheets and lookbooks
Internships are unpaid, but can count towards school credit. A lunch stipend is provided along with discounts at our stores and online.
In order to apply, please e-mail a resumé to SHOWROOM-STAFF@
OC HEADQUARTERS: Financial Analyst / Executive Assistant (New York, NY) - Posted 5/06/13
Opening Ceremony is looking for a financial analyst / executive assistant to start as soon as possible.
Duties would include:
Assisting the CEO and VP on all financial aspects
Managing all company HR administrative needs
Analyzing trend in revenues and expenses company-wide, reporting, and creating company budgets
Presenting forecasts and financial merchandising strategies to head buyer, head of retail, and VP
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree required; preferably in Business Administration, Accounting, or Finance
Strong financial analysis, with at least 3-5 years of experience
Relationship management and project management
Strong problem solving, organization, and communication skills
Expertise in Excel and PowerPoint
In order to apply, please e-mail a resumé to resumes@openingceremony.us.
Duties would include:
Assisting the CEO and VP on all financial aspects
Managing all company HR administrative needs
Analyzing trend in revenues and expenses company-wide, reporting, and creating company budgets
Presenting forecasts and financial merchandising strategies to head buyer, head of retail, and VP
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree required; preferably in Business Administration, Accounting, or Finance
Strong financial analysis, with at least 3-5 years of experience
Relationship management and project management
Strong problem solving, organization, and communication skills
Expertise in Excel and PowerPoint
In order to apply, please e-mail a resumé to resumes@openingceremony.us.
OC ONLINE: Project Manager, Web Design (New York, NY) - Posted 4/30/13
Opening Ceremony is seeking a Project Manager in Web Design who can manage projects within the Design and Ecommerce departments, ensuring multiple deadlines are met effectively and efficiently. This person should have strong leadership and teamwork skills, and a knowledge of design and tech. This is a full-time freelance position based in NY with an immediate start date. The duration of this position will be 4 months to start.
Duties would include:
Work with Art Director to allocate design resources amongst web and graphics designers
Establish project timelines with Director of Ecommerce
Product management and liaison with team of developers
Track and report all progress on assigned jobs through weekly recaps, ensuring all deadlines are met as scheduled
Evolve internal processes using best practices
Qualifications:
2+ years of relevant experience in Project Management. Start-up, Ecommerce, and Web Design experience are preferred. Passion for fashion and the arts is a plus!
Bachelor's degree
Excellent time-management, communication, leadership, and teamwork skills
Knowledge of web design and web development
Experience with Adobe Creative Suite
Opening Ceremony is located in New York City. Candidate must be based in NY.
To apply for this position, e-mail a cover letter, resume, and portfolio to jobs@openingceremony.us with PROJECT MANAGER in the subject line.
OCNY: Backstock Associate (New York, NY) - Posted 4/10/13
OPENING CEREMONY NEW YORK is looking for backstock associates to join our staff. We are seeking responsible, creative, fun, and dependable individuals who are devoted to pursuing a career in fashion or retail.
Duties would include:
Heavy lifting (must be able to lift 50 lbs)
Possessing a strong knowledge of our POS system and its inventory management functions
Exhibiting strong communication skills (must be detail-oriented and value accuracy)
In order to apply, please e-mail a resumé and at least 2 professional references to JOBS@OPENINGCEREMONY.US. Or stop by the store (35 Howard Street) to drop off your materials in person. The more material you submit that allows us to learn about who you are, the better!
OC ONLINE: Web Graphics/UX Designer, Ecommerce (New York, NY) - Posted 4/9/13
Opening Ceremony is seeking a Web Graphics/UX Designer with a good balance between design and tech to continuously improve the main website and back-end systems. This person would report to the Art Director for design and artwork, and to the Director of Ecommerce for the technical specs and product development. The role will be freelance with the potential for full-time employment. The position is based in NY with an immediate start date.
Duties would include:
Creating mock-ups and prototypes to work out visual and interactive design details
Creating final graphics/artwork with detailed specs (both technical and CSS)
Using detailed usage tracking, analytics, and A/B or multivariate testing to evaluate and improve features
Working closely with our engineers to ensure that designs are implemented correctly
Defining and applying design guidelines for consistency on the site and our other presences (e-mail marketing, Facebook, iPhone, iPad, etc.).
Producing weekly graphics for website maintenance and newsletters
Qualifications:
2-4 years of experience in a Web Designer/Interactive Designer role or similar. Start-up, Ecommerce, and/or consumer web experience are preferred. Background in design and typography required. Passion for fashion and the arts is a plus!
Bachelor's degree in Design, Typography, Web Design, Information Design, Computer Science or equivalent experience
Strong visual design skills: layout, composition, typography, color palette, iconography
Excellent time-management, communication, and teamwork skills with strong visual and interactive design skills
Expertise in Adobe Creative Suite, specifically Photoshop and Illustrator. Motion graphics knowledge is a plus
Experience with mobile design preferred, particularly iPhone/IPad
To apply for this position, e-mail a portfolio, resumé, and salary requirements to jobs@openingceremony.us with WEB DESIGNER in the subject line.
OCNY: Sales Associates (New York, NY) - Posted 04/08/13
OC at Ace: Sales Associates (New York, NY) - Posted 04/08/13
OC HEADQUARTERS: Accounting Intern (New York, NY) - Posted 3/22/13
Opening Ceremony is looking for Accounting interns to start as soon as possible. We are seeking highly organized, quick-thinking team players with an interest in business and accounting who can multi-task and assist the team. Accounting experience is a plus.
Duties would include:
Assisting with reports, ledger analysis, and reconciliations
Reporting to the Accounting team and VP of Business Operations
Internships are unpaid, but can count towards school credit. A lunch stipend is provided along with discounts at our stores and online.
In order to apply, please e-mail a resumé to JOBS@OPENINGCEREMONY.US with "Accounting Intern" in the subject line.
OC HEADQUARTERS: Senior Accessories Fashion Designer (New York, NY) - Posted 3/01/13
Qualifications:
Must have a fashion design degree
Must have at least 5 years of wovens-related experience
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop and Illustrator absolutely necessary)
Hand illustration, hand flat sketching, and computer-aided sketching skills
Knowledgeable of pattern-making, grading, marking, and cutting
Experience and knowledge of fabrics, trims, and leathers, as well as application
Experience with tech-packs and specing
Experience with domestic and overseas factory development and communication
Ability to communicate and execute ideas effectively and efficiently to creative director and design team
Ability to multitask and work under tight deadlines
Ability to work within a team as well as autonomously within minimal direction
We are looking for experienced, professional candidates ONLY. No recent graduates please.
To apply for this position, please send cover letter and resumé to: designresumes@openingceremony.us with the name of the position in the subject line.
Opening Ceremony is seeking a Project Manager in Web Design who can manage projects within the Design and Ecommerce departments, ensuring multiple deadlines are met effectively and efficiently. This person should have strong leadership and teamwork skills, and a knowledge of design and tech. This is a full-time freelance position based in NY with an immediate start date. The duration of this position will be 4 months to start.
Duties would include:
Work with Art Director to allocate design resources amongst web and graphics designers
Establish project timelines with Director of Ecommerce
Product management and liaison with team of developers
Track and report all progress on assigned jobs through weekly recaps, ensuring all deadlines are met as scheduled
Evolve internal processes using best practices
Qualifications:
2+ years of relevant experience in Project Management. Start-up, Ecommerce, and Web Design experience are preferred. Passion for fashion and the arts is a plus!
Bachelor's degree
Excellent time-management, communication, leadership, and teamwork skills
Knowledge of web design and web development
Experience with Adobe Creative Suite
Opening Ceremony is located in New York City. Candidate must be based in NY.
To apply for this position, e-mail a cover letter, resume, and portfolio to jobs@openingceremony.us with PROJECT MANAGER in the subject line.
OCNY: Backstock Associate (New York, NY) - Posted 4/10/13
OPENING CEREMONY NEW YORK is looking for backstock associates to join our staff. We are seeking responsible, creative, fun, and dependable individuals who are devoted to pursuing a career in fashion or retail.
Duties would include:
Heavy lifting (must be able to lift 50 lbs)
Possessing a strong knowledge of our POS system and its inventory management functions
Exhibiting strong communication skills (must be detail-oriented and value accuracy)
In order to apply, please e-mail a resumé and at least 2 professional references to JOBS@OPENINGCEREMONY.US. Or stop by the store (35 Howard Street) to drop off your materials in person. The more material you submit that allows us to learn about who you are, the better!
OC ONLINE: Web Graphics/UX Designer, Ecommerce (New York, NY) - Posted 4/9/13
Opening Ceremony is seeking a Web Graphics/UX Designer with a good balance between design and tech to continuously improve the main website and back-end systems. This person would report to the Art Director for design and artwork, and to the Director of Ecommerce for the technical specs and product development. The role will be freelance with the potential for full-time employment. The position is based in NY with an immediate start date.
Duties would include:
Creating mock-ups and prototypes to work out visual and interactive design details
Creating final graphics/artwork with detailed specs (both technical and CSS)
Using detailed usage tracking, analytics, and A/B or multivariate testing to evaluate and improve features
Working closely with our engineers to ensure that designs are implemented correctly
Defining and applying design guidelines for consistency on the site and our other presences (e-mail marketing, Facebook, iPhone, iPad, etc.).
Producing weekly graphics for website maintenance and newsletters
Qualifications:
2-4 years of experience in a Web Designer/Interactive Designer role or similar. Start-up, Ecommerce, and/or consumer web experience are preferred. Background in design and typography required. Passion for fashion and the arts is a plus!
Bachelor's degree in Design, Typography, Web Design, Information Design, Computer Science or equivalent experience
Strong visual design skills: layout, composition, typography, color palette, iconography
Excellent time-management, communication, and teamwork skills with strong visual and interactive design skills
Expertise in Adobe Creative Suite, specifically Photoshop and Illustrator. Motion graphics knowledge is a plus
Experience with mobile design preferred, particularly iPhone/IPad
To apply for this position, e-mail a portfolio, resumé, and salary requirements to jobs@openingceremony.us with WEB DESIGNER in the subject line.
OCNY: Sales Associates (New York, NY) - Posted 04/08/13
OPENING CEREMONY NEW YORK is looking for sales associates to join our staff. We are seeking responsible, creative, fun, and dependable individuals who are devoted to pursuing a career in fashion or retail.
Duties would include:
Maintaining the highest degree of customer service
Possessing a strong knowledge of our POS system and its inventory management functions
Maintaining merchandising standards
Exhibiting strong interpersonal skills
Please have experience in the position applied for. In order to apply, please e-mail a resumé and at least 2 professional references to JOBS@OPENINGCEREMONY.US. Or stop by the store (35 Howard St., New York, NY) to drop off your materials in person. The more material you submit that allows us to learn about who you are, the better!
OC at Ace: Sales Associates (New York, NY) - Posted 04/08/13
Opening Ceremony at Ace Hotel is looking for sales associates to join our staff. We are seeking responsible, creative, fun, and dependable individuals who are devoted to pursuing a career in fashion or retail.
Duties would include:
Maintaining the highest degree of customer service
Possessing a strong knowledge of our POS system and its inventory management functions
Maintaining merchandising standards
Exhibiting strong interpersonal skills
Please have experience in the position applied for. In order to apply, please e-mail a resumé and at least 2 professional references to JOBS@OPENINGCEREMONY.US. Or stop by the store (1190-1192 Broadway, New York, NY) to drop off your materials in person. The more material you submit that allows us to learn about who you are, the better!
OC HEADQUARTERS: Accounting Intern (New York, NY) - Posted 3/22/13
Opening Ceremony is looking for Accounting interns to start as soon as possible. We are seeking highly organized, quick-thinking team players with an interest in business and accounting who can multi-task and assist the team. Accounting experience is a plus.
Duties would include:
Assisting with reports, ledger analysis, and reconciliations
Reporting to the Accounting team and VP of Business Operations
Internships are unpaid, but can count towards school credit. A lunch stipend is provided along with discounts at our stores and online.
In order to apply, please e-mail a resumé to JOBS@OPENINGCEREMONY.US with "Accounting Intern" in the subject line.
OC HEADQUARTERS: Senior Accessories Fashion Designer (New York, NY) - Posted 3/01/13
Qualifications:
Must have a fashion design degree
Must have at least 5 years of wovens-related experience
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop and Illustrator absolutely necessary)
Hand illustration, hand flat sketching, and computer-aided sketching skills
Knowledgeable of pattern-making, grading, marking, and cutting
Experience and knowledge of fabrics, trims, and leathers, as well as application
Experience with tech-packs and specing
Experience with domestic and overseas factory development and communication
Ability to communicate and execute ideas effectively and efficiently to creative director and design team
Ability to multitask and work under tight deadlines
Ability to work within a team as well as autonomously within minimal direction
We are looking for experienced, professional candidates ONLY. No recent graduates please.
To apply for this position, please send cover letter and resumé to: designresumes@openingceremony.us with the name of the position in the subject line.
OCLA: Backstock Associate (Los Angeles, CA) - Posted 2/06/13
Opening Ceremony Los Angeles is looking for backstock associates to join our staff. We are seeking responsible, creative, fun, and dependable individuals who are devoted to pursuing a career in fashion or retail.
Duties would include:
Heavy lifting (must be able to lift 50 lbs)
Possessing a strong knowledge of our POS system and its inventory management functions
Exhibiting strong communication skills (must be detail-oriented and value accuracy)
In order to apply, please e-mail a resumé and at least 2 professional references to JOBS@OPENINGCEREMONY.US. Or stop by the store (451 North La Cienega Boulevard) to drop off your materials in person. The more material you submit that allows us to learn about who you are, the better!
OCNY: Retail Managers (New York, NY) - Posted 12/17/12
Opening Ceremony is looking for retail managers to join our New York staff. We are seeking responsible, creative, fun, and dependable individuals who are devoted to pursuing a career in fashion or retail.
Duties would include:
Meeting sales goals through a strong selling technique and motivation of sales staff
Maintaining the highest degree of customer service by assisting customers directly, and empowering associates to make decisions in the best interest of providing good service
Possessing a strong knowledge of our POS system and its inventory management functions as well as meeting inventory accuracy and shrink requirements
Maintaining merchandising standards as set forth by upper management and keeping in line with the store's overall aesthetic
Exhibiting strong interpersonal skills in dealing with staff, peers, supervisors as well as supervising personnel and enforcing company policies
Opening and closing the store and following all proper beginning and end-of-day procedures
Please have some retail management experience. In order to apply, please e-mail a resumé and at least 2 professional references to JOBS@OPENINGCEREMONY.US. Or stop by any New York store to drop off your materials in person. The more material you submit that allows us to learn about who you are, the better!