Art Director (Remote - Indiana) at Morley | Fort Wayne, IN

Morley

Art Director (Remote - Indiana)

Fort Wayne, IN (Remote)

Salary Not AvailableSenior Level5+ years expFull time

Posted 3 months ago

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Job Summary

Drive multidisciplinary design leadership delivering digital, print, and motion visuals with AI-assisted workflows and cross-team collaboration.

Must-have: Five+ years as an Art Director with motion/print/digital breadth and strong portfolio
Standout: Proven leadership across live events, cross-functional teams, and vendor management
Standout: Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud and Figma with ability to manage multiple projects across time zones

Job Description

Responsibilities

Create bespoke designs for both digital and print, working from concept through execution of finished art
Motion design including 2D and 3D animations
Video concept development, storyboards and editing
Use AI to assist workflows and create visual content
Deliver solutions that include web design, prototypes, experiential event identities and communications, large-format graphics, architectural / scenic renderings, stage and event décor, data visualizations, presentations, design / speaker support, collateral and social media graphics
Translate conceptual and strategic business ideas into striking design solutions and unforgettable storytelling
Concisely and strongly communicate strategy, design concepts and creative ideas to internal and external partners / clients and effectively articulate the rationale for design decisions
Contribute to the evolution of our current brand portfolio, while assisting in concepting future brand development
Proactively manage multiple projects at once while meeting all deadlines and prioritizing work to accommodate tight deadlines that support clients in the Eastern and Pacific time zones
Collaborate with: Clients and / or project management teams to understand client business needs; Our in-house creative team; Live event production partners, writers, video / motion graphic studios and marketing / communications executives

Requirements

Bachelor of Arts in graphic design or motion graphics-related degree (Extensive industry expertise and job-related experience may be considered in lieu of educational requirements)
Strong online portfolio demonstrating your passion for great design that shows stylistic breadth, attention to detail and usability in print, digital, web, motion and video deliverables
Five years as an Art Director in an agency or in-house creative environment
Extensive industry expertise and job-related experience in motion graphics, video editing, AI workflows and visual content generation
Experience with: Complex, multi-faceted projects informed by varying stakeholders (both external clients and within an organization)
Using Asana or similar task management systems
Able to travel as needed to support live event productions (around 10%)
Excellent visual communication skills – including: Graphic design, typography, color theory and layout
Applications: Mastery of Adobe Creative Cloud design apps (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, XD, AfterEffects, Premiere) and Figma
Expert in Microsoft Word and PowerPoint; able to create / apply templates and develop world-class, client-facing presentations and proposals
Able to execute the design of creative concepts and assure sound pre-press production
Strong attention to detail and creative process workflows
Able to incorporate feedback and take / give direction well
A self-starter attitude with a desire to work in a fast-paced, low-ego environment
Monday - Friday
8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Eastern / 7 a.m. - 4 p.m. Central tiime
Flexible to support after standard work hours or on weekends if needed to complete high-priority projects or accommodate client / program schedules
Indiana resident
High-speed internet access at home
Secluded and distraction-free work environment
Live chat with a Morley Talent Acquisition (TA) Specialist

Preferred

Experience in creating concepts, themes, stories and visual expressions such as scenic, environmental, signage and supporting collateral deliverables for live events
Leadership role in a live event setting
Skilled in 3D modeling programs such as Blender, Cinema 4D or Maya
Automotive experience
Experiential design background

Benefits

Medical and prescription coverage
Dental and vision insurance
Paid time off
Associate wellness program with rewards for annual checkups
Programs to quit tobacco use and manage chronic conditions (e.g., diabetes, asthma)
401(k) with match
Flexible spending account (FSA)
Life insurance
Company-paid short- and long-term disability insurance
24/7 online access to doctors through Teladoc
24/7 nurse help desk
Patient advocacy with free 24/7 support for benefit questions and claims
Guidance for family, financial and estate planning (including wills)

Morley

Our clientsWe serve four demanding markets:- Global / Fortune 500 companies seeking customer service delivery for contact centers and processing centers- Global / Fortune 500 companies seeking meeting, incentive and special events management- Global / Fortune 500 companies seeking trade show booth fabrication (custom or modular) and trade show schedule management (installation, dismantling and storage)- Museums, schools, libraries and other institutions seeking custom built exhibit installations.Three companies, countless solutionsWe serve these markets through three distinct entities that work independently or in close coordination with one another to deliver highly integrated and complex solutions: Business Process Outsourcing where we manage contact centers and processing centers in North America and near-shore locationsWebsite: www.morleybpo.comMeetings & Incentives where we manage meetings, conferences and incentives for groups ranging in size from tens to thousandsWebsite: www.morleymeetings.comExhibits & Displays where we build and install museum exhibits and trade show propertiesWebsite: www.morleyexhibits.comSince 1863, we’ve cultivated a culture of delivering extraordinary experiences. It’s woven into our DNA, propelling us to achieve exceptional, award-winning outcomes. This ethos empowers our dedicated associates to unleash their full potential, and help our clients achieve great results. At Morley, we call it Moving People to Move Mountains. Service is the heart of our business, and people are its soulHappy associates make happy customers. Empowered with the tools and authority to make their solutions and service something to smile about, our associates delight in ensuring every experience for our clients and each other is extraordinary.

Saginaw, Michigan, USA

1.5K employees (54 in marketing)

www.morleycompanies.com