Senior Art Director

Birmingham, MI (Hybrid)

$74K/yr – $82K/yrSenior Level4+ years expFull time

Posted 13 days ago

Job Summary

Own the end-to-end art direction for multi-channel campaigns, translating strategy into visually compelling designs while mentoring the team and collaborating across disciplines.

  • Lead creative concept development across digital, social, and print.
  • Drive design quality and process improvements, keeping brand guidelines and timelines in check.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Lead the development of creative concepts and designs that align with client goals and strategies across multiple media platforms (digital, social, print, etc.).
  • Collaborate with copywriters, designers, and other cross-functional team members to deliver cohesive, impactful campaigns.
  • Translate strategic objectives into visually compelling designs that adhere to brand guidelines while pushing creative boundaries.
  • Mentor junior art directors and designers, providing constructive feedback to help them grow their skills and confidence.
  • Present work to internal teams and clients with clarity and confidence, incorporating feedback as needed to refine the final product.
  • Stay current with design trends, tools, and technologies, and proactively apply them to enhance creative outcomes.
  • Manage multiple projects simultaneously, balancing timelines and priorities to meet deadlines without compromising quality.
  • Refine and elevate the design process, ensuring efficiency and consistency across all creative deliverables.

Requirements

  • Experience: 4+ years of art direction experience, with a portfolio showcasing produced work across digital, print, and social media.
  • Design Craft: Mastery of typography, layout, color theory, and composition, with exceptional attention to detail.
  • Technical Proficiency:
  • Expertise in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign).
  • Proficiency in Figma, Adobe XD, or Sketch is a must.
  • Experience with PowerPoint, Keynote, and Adobe Acrobat is a bonus.
  • Curiosity about experimenting with AI tools and emerging design technologies..
  • Leadership: Ability to mentor and guide junior team members, fostering a culture of collaboration and creativity.
  • Communication: Confident and persuasive presentation skills, with the ability to articulate ideas clearly to clients and internal teams.
  • Adaptability: Thrive under pressure, manage competing priorities, and deliver exceptional work in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred

  • Experience with PowerPoint, Keynote, and Adobe Acrobat (bonus)
  • Curiosity about experimenting with AI tools and emerging design technologies
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Senior Art Director

RAPP · Birmingham, MI · Hybrid