Chernoff Newman is passionate about solving problems through creative communications. We enjoy the folks we spend our days with, whether it’s inside the office or outside after hours. We have a relentless curiosity, no matter what discipline we’re working within, and that drives our passion for creativity. It also fuels a culture of collaboration and fun. We live in a team environment, where we truly work across all disciplines in our marketing efforts. And the most important member of our team? That’s our client. This approach, where we put our clients first, helps us work together as a unified team. A team built to connect with consumers on a personal level. Technology may drive this engagement, but people are who really make it happen.
We’re in search of someone who is able to routinely conceptualize creative solutions that effectively communicate strategic intent across a variety of mediums. Ultimately, our art directors are expected to understand clients’ needs and visually express ideas through compelling, persuasive imagery and design. Art directors work closely with our associate creative directors and copywriters to schedule and monitor all art direction and graphic design projects.
Our best work is achieved when we bring diverse perspectives, backgrounds and skillsets together to solve problems for our clients. In addition to diversity of thought, we value diversity of people and are committed to a workforce that’s inclusive of our community and culture.
Specific responsibilities include:
- Primary Responsibilities: Art Direction/Graphic Design
- Interact with Copywriters, FE Developers to develop creative concepts and executions of assigned product(s).
- Possess solid understanding of the science and market dynamics of assigned product(s).
- Work closely with account executives to schedule and monitor all projects.
- Provide accurate time and cost estimates for each tactic.
- Perform miscellaneous tasks, as directed by Creative Director or ACDs.
The responsibilities are many, various, and not limited to those written in this document.
A few of other things that we’re looking for:
- A minimum of an associates (2 year) degree in advertising, communication design, or visual arts. A bachelor (4 year) degree is preferred.
- 3+ years design experience in an agency setting is required.
- If no degree is possessed, then 6–8 years related experience in agency setting is required.
- Must possess exceptional computer skills. Macintosh operating platform a must. Thorough knowledge of the following software applications is required: Adobe Creative Cloud, Keynote and any widely utilized word processing application.
- Demonstrated ability to think creatively and provide marketable solutions in conceiving, developing, and producing tactics.
Benefits
- Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
- Retirement Matching Plan (401k)
- Life Insurance (Basic)
- Short Term & Long Term Disability
- Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Holidays)
- Family Leave
- Training & Development
Growth Path
Increased responsibilities and direct reports as the Agency and its affiliates continue to grow. As a general guide, Art Directors will be trained and developed to become Senior Art Directors.
And here are a few ways we describe the people who fit into our agency culture:
- Curious – everyone here has the courage to wonder what’s next for our clients and our industry
- Team-driven – this is a true team environment where our clients are the most important member of the team
- Big thinkers – we are all makers, innovators and catalysts for change
- Business savvy – our focus is on strategic, original work that drives a positive bottom line for our client
- Get it done attitude – we are client-focused, responsive and always thinking about measuring our results
- Pride in work – we do what we say by the best of our ability and we are always going for great
If you are ready for the challenge, then we are ready to hear from you!
Pay Range: Industry competitive, commensurate with experience
Chernoff Newman
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