Digital Art Director Job at Aquent Talent
Overview
Aquent has an EXCITING opportunity as an Art Director for our fast-growing retail media network client!
In order to be considered for this role, you must be:
- Willing to work a HYBRID schedule in San Francisco, CA or Hoboken, NJ
- Authorized to work in the US
You will be working with some of largest advertisers to create compelling omni-channel campaign work from concept to final execution. You will use data and insights to create campaign strategy and concepts, develop designs and the look and feel for brand experiences that solve customer problems. We call this “retail storytelling,” and as a Digital Art Director on the food & apparel verticals, you will bring these stories to life.
About the ideal candidate:
The ideal candidate has strong conceptual, presentation, storytelling and project management skills, as well as digital media, and of course, an acute attention to detail. They are enthusiastic and optimistic; they are passionate about retail advertising and can transform creative concepts into thoughtful design work for our advertisers. They are a strategic + innovative thinker, have an ability to build and maintain professional relationships, possess strong business acumen, and effective time and project management skills. They can work harmoniously with and influence cross-functionally with multiple internal and external groups.
- Collaborate with other Art Directors, Designers, and Copywriters to create and produce compelling digital solutions that align with business objectives outlined in project briefs.
- Execute multiple creative concepts and design solutions to translate business needs into effective creative solutions. Ability to mentor designers to do the same.
- Ensure projects are delivered internally and with partner brands in mind, and follow brand and ad product guidelines
- Explore trends and competitive landscape, incorporating appropriate use of color, type, tone, and style into digital design practices.
- Review and manage multiple projects with internal creative team and external agency partners.
- Provide dedicated creative support for top food and apparel brands, as well as consultants to brands and their agency partners.
- Familiarity with designing for web, mweb, and app, keeping the user journey in mind.
- 8+ years of creative experience. Experience in the omnichannel, multi-brand retail industry is preferred. Experience with food and/or apparel brands is a nice-to-have.
- College degree; BA or BFA preferred in Graphic Design or advertising.
- Must have an online portfolio URL in your resume, demonstrating an art direction, design and conceptual thinking skillset, as well as big, campaignable thinking that can extend into any medium
- Mastered knowledge of design, typography, photography, layout principles, & production process.
- Fluent understanding of current digital trends and social landscape, as well as their use in marketing.
- Proficient knowledge of Adobe CC (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign), as well as Figma is a must, After Effects/Motion experience is a plus.
- Ability to produce high-level art direction/inspiration that is appropriate for Omni channels – on site, off site, in store.
- Solid organizational skills, detail-oriented. Capable of working on multiple projects concurrently in a very fast-paced environment, ensuring that quality deliverables are achieved on time.
- Strong relationship-building skills. Ability to work with a variety of people in various disciplines, across multiple disciplines within a rapidly changing organization. Enjoys working with others and collaborating with a positive attitude.
- Exceptional communication & presentation skills, both written and verbal.
- The drive to excel and succeed; self-motivated, managing projects effectively.
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