Francis Kurkdjian Digital Graphic Design Apprentice

About Francis Kurkdjian

Maison Francis Kurkdjian is a Parisian fragrance house founded in 2009 by master perfumer Francis Kurkdjian and Marc Chaya, renowned for translating emotion, craftsmanship and modern French elegance into exceptional scents. As part of the LVMH ecosystem, the Maison offers employees the intimacy of an entrepreneurial creative atelier with the reach and standards of a global luxury leader. Its culture values artistic excellence, precision, client devotion and collaboration across métiers, from creation and retail to communications and operations. For professionals inspired by beauty and innovation, it provides a refined environment where talent contributes to an exacting, poetic vision of contemporary perfumery.

Role & Responsibilities

• Design and layout digital content for brand communications across websites, newsletters, social media, and other channels
• Translate communication campaigns across all digital platforms while maintaining brand guidelines and graphic standards
• Develop mood boards and create mockups for creative campaign concepts, including special initiatives and seasonal campaigns
• Propose innovative visual design solutions and adapt visuals according to team requirements
• Conduct regular graphic research to identify emerging design trends and inform future campaign development
• Analyze and evaluate inspiring campaigns within the luxury fragrance and cosmetics sectors to inform strategic creative direction
• Collaborate with internal and freelance teams to develop and refine creative concepts
• Coordinate campaign execution and follow-up with internal stakeholders across multiple departments
• Assist during visual content production shoots to ensure alignment with creative intent and brand standards
• Provide operational support to project management, including organization, prioritization, and adaptation to multiple concurrent requests

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a school of applied arts, graphic design, or equivalent program (Master 1 or Master 2)
• Mastery of the Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Premiere Pro); SketchUp proficiency is a valued asset
• Strong graphic culture with comprehensive knowledge of typographic conventions and demonstrated passion for visual design and image conception
• Proven creativity, attention to detail, autonomy, and capacity to organize work in a dynamic and demanding environment
• Strong interpersonal skills and collaborative mindset, with ability to interact effectively with numerous internal and external stakeholders
• Commitment to gaining substantial, formative experience in the luxury fragrance and cosmetics sector through both operational and creative assignments

Skills

Experience

Beginner-level experience; students in their final year of formal design education are encouraged to apply

Education

Currently pursuing or recently completed studies in a school of applied arts, graphic design, or equivalent discipline at Master's level (M1 or M2)

Workplace

Benefits

Apprenticeship position open to individuals with disabilities

Culture

Maison Francis Kurkdjian cultivates a refined, creative workplace where olfactory artistry, precision, and innovation are central to every role. As part of the luxury fragrance world, it offers an environment that values craftsmanship, collaboration, and a deep sensitivity to beauty, detail, and client experience.

About Cerulean

Cerulean is the definitive career portal for the global luxury industry. We match exceptional professionals with exclusive opportunities at the world's most prestigious brands. From haute couture and fine watchmaking to prestige beauty, hospitality, and boutique retail, Cerulean centralises luxury employment to help you find the career for which you were destined.