Art Director

We are seeking a talented and creative Art Director to join our dynamic team. As an Art Director, you will lead the visual direction of our advertising campaigns, ensuring the highest quality of design and creative execution. The ideal candidate should possess a strong design sense, be proficient in Adobe Creative Suite, and have a keen eye for current trends in the advertising industry. Animation and editing skills are essential, while on-set experience in production will be considered a valuable asset. The Advertising Art Director should be a team player, capable of collaborating with various departments and clients, while also being self-motivated and able to take the lead when necessary.

Job Description:

• Collaborate with the creative team, copywriters, and account managers to develop and execute innovative advertising campaigns that meet client objectives and target audience needs.
• Lead the visual direction and design elements of advertising projects, ensuring brand consistency and high-quality creative output.
• Create compelling visual concepts, storyboards, and design layouts that effectively communicate key messages and engage the target audience.
• Develop and present creative ideas and concepts to clients, incorporating client feedback and ensuring their vision is met.
• Stay up-to-date with current design trends, industry best practices, and emerging technologies to continually enhance creative solutions.
• Use Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, etc.) proficiently to create and edit visual assets.
• Apply animation and editing basics to enhance the visual impact of advertising campaigns.
• Collaborate with production teams during on-set shoots, providing art direction and ensuring the creative vision is realized.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, meeting deadlines and ensuring deliverables are of the highest quality.
• Mentor and guide junior designers, providing constructive feedback and fostering a creative and collaborative work environment.
• Generate clear ideas and concepts for tactical ads and communication in tandem with the copywriter.
• Produce sketches, storyboards, and roughs to visualize ideas.
• Understand marketing initiatives, strategic positioning, and target audience.
• Cooperate with the rest of the creative team across different types of media.
• Take work from concept to final execution within deadlines.
• Manage and delegate responsibilities to other designers and provide direction.
• Present completed ideas to clients/team members.
• Stay on top of all trends and maintain best practices.

Job Requirements:

• Previous experience with an automotive client is a plus.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign).
• Knowledge of animation software (e.g., After Effects, Adobe Animate).
• Familiarity with video editing tools (e.g., Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro).
• Experience with 3D design software (e.g., Cinema 4D, Blender) is a plus.
• Strong skills in photomanipulation, retouching, and art direction.
• Creative thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• A portfolio showcasing a range of creative projects.