Associate Creative Director - Art

Responsibilities:

• Brand Stewardship: Oversee and direct the art direction for a select group of brands, ensuring the creative output aligns with brand identity and guidelines.
• Creative Leadership: Lead the creative process, from conceptualization to execution, ensuring high-quality creative work that effectively answers the objectives.
• Team Leadership and Development: Supervise, mentor, and inspire the team reporting into you; responsible for fostering a creative environment that encourages growth and learning. Provide regular feedback, conduct performance evaluations, and establish development plans.
• Collaboration: Work closely with other departments, including strategy and client service teams, to ensure creative concepts are in line with client objectives and expectations.
• Project Management: Manage timelines, resources effectively across multiple briefs.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Art, Design, Advertising, or a related field.
• Proven experience in a creative leadership role (Lead Art Director or similar) within an agency environment.
• A strong portfolio showcasing innovative ideas, clear art direction, and a deep understanding of brand strategy.
• Proficiency in design software, such as Adobe Creative Suite.
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills.
• Strong team management and mentoring capabilities.
• The ability to think creatively and strategically, demonstrating passion around finding the best solution.
• Detail-oriented with strong organization and project management skills.

Preferred:

• Experience working in an agency environment
• Experience with digital media, including social media, email marketing, and web design
• Experience working with Adobe Creative Suite softwares