Job Brief
The Art Director will build, lead, and review the creative team's work (print, web, animation, and digital design). Spearhead and manage design strategy for both small- and large-scale projects, harnessing strategy, digital and brand design, compelling content, and technology.
- Collaborate with our valued clients in developing creative plans, analyzing results, and identifying creative opportunities.
- Develop across client business units and create motivating, innovative, creative strategies. Analyze the team's quality of services, market trends, client needs, and competitive landscape to pivot as needed.
- Meet budget standards by working with the Creative Operations Director.
- Ensure the design team is producing quality creative work. Provide creative review and art direction for each project and direct the design team in all aspects of visual execution.
Responsibilities
- Supervise a cross-functional team of graphic designers, freelance copywriters, clients, and project coordinators strategically to develop creative deliverables.
- While working with the Design Coordinator and Director of Creative Operations, prioritize work and resources across engagements based on short- and long-term needs.
- While working with the Design Coordinator, establish projection schedules by collaborating with creatives, freelancers, and clients.
- Conduct brainstorming sessions with the creative team.
- Maintain strategic and creative thinking to develop innovative and actionable creative initiatives in a fiscally responsible manner.
- Review and approve art developed by the team, ensuring deliverables that effectively address client marketing goals and challenges.
- Produce fresh, innovative work that translates complex ideas into compelling designed materials and digital experiences for visually sophisticated audiences.
- Present or oversee the presentation of final concepts and obtain approvals for deliverables.
- Assign, manage, and execute projects with the team via Monday.com, Slack, and other communication channels.
- Work with creative directors, designers, and other resources to help make the project successful.
- Provide stellar client management and customer service.
- Additional duties may be required from time to time.
- Work with the Creative Director to brainstorm creative concepts for various clients.
- Keep management informed about art direction, client needs, concerns, and other critical information.
- Interested in creating process, documentation, and putting your mark on how we get creative done
Requirements
- Proven work experience as a Creative Lead, Senior Designer, Graphic Designer or similar role
- Portfolio of completed design projects
- Hands-on experience with Adobe Creative Suite
- Animation experience a plus
- Willingness to learn new mediums - specifically Webflow, as this will be a crucial part of the company's growth
- Must have experience in digital design, including website design from start to finish, presentation design (PowerPoint/Google slides), banner ads, and advertising
- Proficient in design software (e.g., InDesign and Sketch)
- Strong aesthetic skills with the ability to combine various colors, fonts, and layouts
- Attention to detail is a must.
- Ability to meet deadlines and collaborate with a team
- Client relationship skills and management
- Project Management
- BS degree in Design, Visual Arts, or relevant field
- Must be able to work remotely
- Must live in the United States
What We Offer
● A collaborative and creative work environment.
● Opportunities for growth and leadership development.
● Flexibility to work remotely.
● A diverse range of exciting projects across various industries.
● Unlimited vacation
● 401K
● Medical, vision, and dental
If you're a driven Art Director, Assc. Art Director looking to make an impact and grow your career, we want to hear from you!
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Ultimated Vacation (Within reason)
- Long term and short term disability (paid by company)
- The week between Christmas and New Years off
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Remote
