Art Director

Job Overview

We are seeking a highly creative and versatile Art Director to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for visual storytelling and a strong portfolio that showcases a wide range of work across print, digital, video, and television. As an Art Director, you will lead the visual direction of campaigns, collaborating closely with copywriters, designers, and strategists to develop compelling and cohesive brand experiences.

Key Responsibilities:

• Creative Leadership: Develop and execute creative concepts for a wide variety of clients, ensuring visual consistency and excellence across all mediums, including print ads, social media content, video production, and high-caliber TV commercials.

• Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including account managers, copywriters, designers, and external production partners, to bring campaigns to life from concept to completion.

• Client Interaction: Present creative ideas and campaign concepts to clients, articulating the vision and rationale behind design decisions.

• Project Management: Oversee the creative process, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and aligned with client expectations.

• Trend Analysis: Stay up-to-date with industry trends, tools, and technologies, incorporating new ideas and best practices into your work.

• Mentorship: Provide guidance and mentorship to junior designers, fostering a collaborative and supportive creative environment.

Qualifications:

• Experience: 5+ years of experience as an Art Director in an advertising agency or related field.

• Portfolio: A strong portfolio demonstrating a diverse range of work, including print, digital, video, and TV campaigns.

• Skills: Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, After Effects), with experience in video editing and motion graphics a plus.

• Creativity: A keen eye for detail, color, typography, and composition, with a passion for pushing creative boundaries.

• Communication: Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to clearly articulate ideas to both internal teams and clients.

• Adaptability: Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple projects with varying deadlines.

What We Offer:

• A vibrant, collaborative work environment

• Opportunity to work with a wide variety of high-profile clients

• Competitive salary and benefits package

• Professional development opportunities

If you’re a visionary Art Director ready to make your mark in a dynamic and fast-paced agency, we want to hear from you!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $55,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year

Experience:

• Adobe InDesign: 1 year (Required)
• Adobe Creative Suite: 1 year (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• El Segundo, CA 90245 (Required)

Work Location: In person