Hourglass Cosmetics

Art Director

• Partner closely with the Creative Director to define and evolve the Hourglass social aesthetic, creative direction, and visual tone across platforms.
• Concept, art direct, and oversee the execution of social-first campaigns and content series that align with brand strategy and seasonal priorities.
• Develop new social franchises and recurring content formats that deepen engagement and brand storytelling, ensuring creative relevance in beauty and culture.
• Lead creative ideation for both high-production and low-production content, overseeing photoshoot production and art directing shoots.
• As an in-house photographer, shooting and editing both low-fi and high-fi images and videos yourself.
• Collaborate closely with the Social team to respond to strategy, creative briefs, and data insights, ensuring content is both visually exceptional and strategically effective.
• Work closely with the wider Creative team of designers, art directors, video directors, and editors to concept, execute, and deliver world-class creative across all social touchpoints.
• Guide content creators and designers on art direction, composition, lighting, and post-production to ensure visual consistency and quality.
• Create and edit content natively within Instagram and TikTok, leveraging in-app tools, trends, and sounds to stay culturally relevant.
• Maintain a forward view on emerging social and creative trends, competitive landscape, and influencer collaborations, proactively proposing new ideas for how Hourglass shows up in the world.
• Source and collaborate with external creative partners (photographers, stylists, artists, composers, creators) who align with the Hourglass aesthetic and values.

Social Art Director

Operations

• Oversee development and execution of world-class visual merchandising strategies that elevate Hourglass global in-store presence across diverse markets.
• Lead the end-to-end visual merchandising process for retailer expansions and new market launches and fixture overhauls in NA, ANZ, APAC.
• Own seasonal update process across multiple retail channels in NA, ANZ, APAC.
• Strategically develop seasonal planogram updates for NA, ANZ, APAC fixtures, Global Countertop Units, and APAC shop-in-shops.
• Lead weekly cross-functional meetings with commercial and sales teams to critically assess assortment updates, communicate fixture template spatial constraints and provide recommendations that meet commercial objectives while upholding brand aesthetic standards.
• Lead the planning, development and execution process for secondary VM exposures in key NA, ANZ, APAC retailers. Ensure timely response and delivery of approved designs and assets to regions and vendors. Effectively and actively communicate potential project timeline risk.
• Own vendor timeline management and communication from project kick off to final execution.
• Track internal project timelines, deliverables, approvals and budgets. Lead weekly team meetings to review project status and potential timeline risk.
• Own and effectively project manage new door openings and door closures. Work closely with commercial teams to pro-actively plan fixture inventory for changes in door counts & distribution.
• Critically analyze vendor quotes and track POs based on understanding of Globally planned budgets. Effectively present pricing to senior leaders for approvals.
• Oversee POs process and ensure proper management in global tracker.
• Lead regular status calls with regional teams in NA, ANZ, APAC. Clearly communicate meeting agendas and issue actionable recaps.
• Drive process improvement for regional submission of new project requests. Will be the global point person to ensure project request forms are properly issued by regions, tracked and timelines met.
• Help drive process improvement for repair and maintenance management.
• Oversee repair and maintenance and after-market care process. Ensure post-launch reports are issued and followed-up with to ensure best-in-class execution.
• Submit artwork requests for merchandising visual requirements.
• Coordinate distribution of seasonal update guidelines and instruction booklets
• Create and present visual merchandising guidelines to NA/ANZ/APAC regional teams.
• Work collaboratively with VMSD team colleagues and cross functional partners to optimize processes and drive continuous workflow improvement

Senior Manager, Visual Merchandising, Store Design Operations

Marketing

• Partner closely with the wider marketing teams to develop and execute clear and compelling integrated marketing plans to drive brand awareness, incremental sales growth, and positive brand attributes.
• Build and present strong briefs to global and key business partners as well as cascading to teams.
• Collaborate across multiple projects, partnering with agencies and in-house teams to drive stand out regional marketing activity.
• Identify and maintain relationships with local influencer talent to grow a strong social community for the brand.
• Organize and execute luxury brand events & experiences integrating Hourglass products and services.
• Cultivate relationships with local fashion, art & design and travel communities to infuse Hourglass into the Australian culture based on approved Global partners.
• Partner with Open Sell and DTC teams to amplify the Hourglass message.
• Lead product launches in the market, working closely with local agencies to execute successfully.
• Within Open Sell manage the sampling, secondary exposures, and marketing calendar.
• Champion the regional consumer, help build and execute integrated 360 regional marketing plans on an annual and seasonal basis, that align with the global marketing strategy, trade, brand / business objectives, and product calendar.
• Drive strategic & tactical regional planning and execution, budget allocation and management of larger scale special projects.
• Management of cross functional projects in partnership with marketing peers and support across the wider department function when required.
• Regularly align on marketing goals, product launches, and promotional activities, to ensure a fully comprehensive and strategic brand calendar, that delivers maximum impact.
• Conduct regular market analysis to understand consumer trends, competitive landscape, and retailer performance.
• Support all Australia marketing activities, as needed – establishing effective relationships, ensuring brand is top of mind and delivering all necessary content and activities to support goals.
• Bring a strong creative POV to global stories and craft compelling regional narratives.
• Provide regular KPI updates and recaps from local marketing initiatives, sharing successes and opportunities for improvement.

Senior Marketing Manager

Video Editor

• Create video edits to live across the Hourglass consumer environment, including digital, social, retail, and advertising.
• Repurpose and resize video assets for cross-functional channels using provided creative briefs, assets, and direction.
• Implement light graphics, color correcting, and sound mixing.
• Translate stakeholder feedback into actionable solutions.
• Upload video drafts to Adobe Workfront and final deliverables to Microsoft SharePoint.
• Organize video projects folder structure in adherence to current standardized systems.
• Ingest all footage and perform backups for redundancy.

Accounts Payable

• Process a high volume of vendor invoices accurately and efficiently.
• Ensure invoices are coded correctly and approved in line with company policy.
• Own key finance systems for AP processing (Ramp, NetSuite).
• Reconcile vendor statements, research, and resolve discrepancies.
• Process ACH payments, bank (wire) transfers and manual check printing.
• Perform month end close processes, reporting and account reconciliations.
• Set up new vendors, negotiate payment terms and respond to vendors inquiries.
• Maintain files and documentation, retain records in accordance with company policy.
• Work closely with management on new process and procedure integrations and implementations.
• Manage daily cash entries and reconcile bank statements.

Temporary Accounts Payable Specialist – Maternity Leave Coverage

Public Relations

• Lead the development of PR strategies supporting brand priorities, core franchises, new innovations, and purpose-led campaigns.
• Own the global PR calendar and messaging framework across product, brand, and corporate storytelling.
• Translate product positioning into press-worthy narratives and experiential that reflect brand pillars of innovation, performance, and cruelty-free luxury.
• Drive meaningful media coverage in fashion, beauty, lifestyle, and business publications across global markets.
• Support artist-led moments (e.g. red carpets, campaign collaborations, behind-the-scenes access) that enhance brand credibility.
• Oversee day-to-day management of US media agency to ensure timely execution, high-quality placements, and strategic alignment with brand objectives.
• Establish a comprehensive strategy for seeding Media, VIPs and MUA’s, continuously building our community and fostering new relationships on behalf of the brand.
• Create and lead 360 PR planning for global product launches, events, and brand campaigns.
• Drive creation of all global PR materials including press releases, PR mailers, toolkits, asset packs, press sheets, talent briefs, and event guidelines.
• Ensure campaign execution is elevated, on-brand, and aligned with cultural moments and market needs.
• Track, analyze, and report on campaign performance to assess impact, media value, and strategic learnings.
• Partner with leadership on internal announcements, employee engagement initiatives, and thought leadership storytelling.
• Draft messaging for founder and executive communications where needed for panels, press, or corporate initiatives.
• Create and manage content calendar to support Hourglass LinkedIn.
• Work closely with Brand, Retail, Social, and Creative to ensure integrated messaging and campaign alignment.
• Partner with international teams to tailor and execute regional PR strategies.
• Oversee agency partners, manage timelines and budgets, and measure results against KPIs.
• Manage PR budget on annual basis, from planning through to execution, tracking and ROI measurement.

Director, PR & Communications

• Manage logistics and execution for internal and external education programs, workshops, and events.
• Coordinate scheduling, vendor communications, inventory, and shipment of educational tools and materials.
• Maintain operational trackers & calendars, databases, and learning management systems (LMS) users.
• Process purchase orders, manage budgets, and assist with financial reconciliation.
• Support the rollout of field-facing and retailer education programs by managing timelines, materials, and communication.
• Collaborate with field teams to ensure education initiatives are properly launched and measured.
• Assist with the planning and onsite execution of major education events, national trainings, and retailer activations.
• Support with field New Hire training coordination.
• Coordinate venue needs, and production elements for events.
• Partner cross-functionally with Marketing, Sales, DC, and Demand Planning teams to align education efforts with brand objectives and action projects accordingly.
• Liaise with HR to support educator onboarding processes and orientation programming.
• Identify and propose operational efficiencies and standardized processes to streamline education delivery.

Coordinator, Global Education Operations

Director

• Reports to VP of Packaging and Sustainability and works collaboratively with the Founder, Product Development and cross-functional teams
• Manage and support a packaging team with leadership responsibilities
• Provide feasibility analyses defining function, manufacturability, component cost, tooling estimates, development lead time, risk and global consistency
• Communicate and resolve timeline challenges and provide updates on project milestones
• Offer engineering technical support, expertise, and guidance to the Packaging team
• Proactively mitigate potential issues via risk assessments with PD, Operations, Quality and Regulatory
• Source stock and develop custom primary and secondary packaging and provide detailed briefs to suppliers
• Review and approve technical drawings, component submissions, BOM, and fill & assembly instructions
• Oversee artwork requests and review/approve files before releasing to vendors
• Manage all areas of package testing, perform in-house testing, and review/analyze test results
• Develop packaging testing protocols and associated cross-functional SOPs
• Work with contract fillers and production to ensure project feasibility and attend line trials as needed
• Identify creative and sustainable packaging, materials, decoration and technologies aligned to brand voice
• Liaise with Quality and Operations to determine root cause and resolutions
• Coordinate photo-ready, retailer, and internal meeting comps for NPD
• Attend tradeshows and supplier meetings to build and maintain partner relationships
• Project responsibilities include new development, resourcing, sampling, collateral, and related deliverables

Director, Package Development

Events

• Own and drive sales performance across all points of sale within the territory
• In-store sales support and education that delivers meaningful, lasting impact on store brand awareness and productivity
• Conduct detailed sales analysis by location and implement tailored strategies to optimize performance in each account
• Assess brand merchandising regularly to ensure premium representation and alignment with brand standards
• Build and maintain strong relationships with retail partner management, fostering ongoing communication to drive initiatives and exceed sales targets
• Plan and execute high-impact store events that reflect brand standards and deliver results
• Adhere to company budget guidelines and ensure thoughtful use of company resources to achieve end goals
• Maintain prompt and professional communication with both retail partners and the corporate office, ensuring timely responses to all inquiries
• Lead by example selling side-by-side with the team, demonstrating products and building sales through makeup application
• Lead store trainings and coach teams to deliver high performance results

Retail and Events Executive

• Process a high volume of vendor invoices accurately and efficiently
• Ensure invoices are coded correctly and approved in line with company policy
• Own key finance systems for AP processing (Ramp, NetSuite)
• Reconcile vendor statements, research, and resolve discrepancies
• Process ACH payments, bank (wire) transfers and manual check printing
• Perform month end close processes, reporting and account reconciliations
• Set up new vendors, negotiate payment terms and respond to vendors inquiries
• Maintain files and documentation, retain records in accordance with company policy
• Work closely with management on new process and procedure integrations and implementations
• Manage daily cash entries and reconcile bank statements

Temporary Accounts Payable Specialist

• HOURGLASS COSMETICS - Art Director (Hybrid Role - NYC Based)
• Company is vegan and cruelty-free beauty brand; creative director oversight; brand identity across channels.
• Role requires executing and overseeing creative direction and strategy; partnership with Creative Director; ensure clear visual representation.
• Strong understanding of luxury sector; content across print, social, digital, retail, OOH.
• You will be a thought leader within Creative Team; align to brand and campaign narrative.
• Proactive creative thinker; entrepreneurial; strong communication; manage stakeholders.
• Unique career opportunity in fast-paced luxury beauty brand.