Art Director

Overview

In Common With is a design studio built on collaboration between artists, materials, environments, and our community at large. Working together, we’re committed to redefining the familiar by bringing elevated materials, detail-oriented design, and unparalleled adaptability to furniture and lighting for all spaces.

We’re seeking an Art Director to lead photography, video, and visual direction across both In Common With and Quarters—covering campaigns, product imagery, and retail experiences. This role is both creative and production-driven: you’ll concept and direct shoots, manage visual assets, and ensure every image reflects our brands’ shared attention to craft, materiality, and storytelling.

You’ll report to the Brand Director and collaborate closely with the Graphic Designer, Marketing, Sales, Product Design, and Partnerships teams to create cohesive, elevated visual content across all channels. The ideal candidate has a strong creative vision, a deep understanding of photography and post-production, and the ability to manage projects independently from concept through delivery.

Key Responsibilities

Production & Post-Production Management (60%)

• Lead end-to-end creative production for photography, video, and event content — across both studio/e-commerce shoots and on-location environmental photography — coordinating timelines, budgets, and vendors.
• Oversee shoot logistics, including scheduling, crew management, and deliverables.
• Build and maintain a trusted bench of creative collaborators (photographers, stylists, retouchers, renderers, production partners).
• Maintain an organized system for production assets, shot lists, and post-production tracking.
• Execute hands-on retouching, image prep, and asset formatting to support day-to-day needs.
• Maintain an organized, searchable library of production and post-production assets for cross-team use.
  
  

Content Strategy (20%)

• Lead concept development and visual direction for campaigns, product launches, partnerships, and brand imagery across In Common With and Quarters.
• Translate the Creative Director’s vision into clear creative frameworks, narratives, and visual guidelines.
• Define the look and feel for all photo and video content—including lighting, composition, color, and texture.
• Art direct photo and video shoots, ensuring all imagery reflects the brand’s aesthetic, materials, and emotional tone.
• Partner with Marketing and Partnerships to align visual storytelling with campaign strategies and channel plans.
  
  

Creative Operations & Project Management (20%)

• Manage creative workflows, timelines, and resourcing to ensure smooth coordination across departments, collaborating closely with the Graphic Designer to maintain alignment and cohesion across all visual outputs.
• Scope and manage production budgets, vendor contracts, and freelance partners.
• Create and maintain process templates, toolkits, and shot lists to support consistent delivery.
• Lead creative execution for product launches, ensuring assets are delivered on time and to standard.
• Support Marketing, Sales, and Partnerships with imagery and direction for trade, retail, and co-branded initiatives.
• Uphold the highest standards of quality, consistency, and brand alignment across all creative output.
  
  

Manager Level Expectations

• Own projects or processes and maintain accountability for results while ensuring high-quality outcomes.
• Translate strategic objectives into actionable plans and organize work to prioritize effectively across teams or functions.
• Collaborate across teams, when necessary. to align resources, dependencies, and objectives and drive results.
• Identify inefficiencies in processes or projects and implement improvements to enhance effectiveness.
• Apply subject-matter expertise to provide guidance, insights, and influence outcomes beyond immediate responsibilities.
  
  

Requirements

• 6–8+ years of professional experience in art direction, photography direction, or creative production, ideally within a design studio, lifestyle brand, or product company.
• Strong understanding of composition, lighting, and materials.
• Proven experience leading photo and video shoots from concept through delivery.
• Expertise in color correction, retouching, and post-production workflows.
• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Bridge, Lightroom), Capture One, and Google Workspace.
• Experience with Figma and After Effects is a plus.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship.
• Ability to travel occasionally, including internationally, as needed for shoots.
  
  

Desired Qualifications

• Experience art directing both studio and location photography for products, interiors, and lifestyle content.
• Familiarity with motion and video editing workflows.
• Detail-oriented, resourceful, and adaptable, with an eye for craft and quality.
• Able to balance strategic thinking with hands-on creative execution.
• Open to feedback and iteration; thrives in a collaborative, design-driven environment.
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational and communication skills
• Ability to work effectively with others across functions and levels.
• Comfortable with ambiguity and change; able to learn quickly in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated ability to own work, meet deadlines, and follow through on commitments.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Open to giving and receiving feedback as part of a culture of growth and learning.
• Conducts work with integrity, confidentiality, and professionalism.
• A genuinely empathetic group. We have a non-negotiable no jerks policy. Being nice is free.
  
  

Studio + Compensation

• This is a full-time position based in Tribeca, New York
• 40 hours/week. Our studio hours are Monday - Friday from 9 am to 6 pm
• $100,000 - $130,000 annually, commensurate with experience
• Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance (with 100% monthly premium coverage options), generous PTO, a 401(k) with employer match, and profit sharing.