Art Director
French | West | Vaughan (FWV) is seeking a talented, conceptual and passionate Art Director to join its creative team in the Raleigh office. A strong graphic design background is a must, as well as experience crafting, producing and presenting big-idea campaigns across all media. We’re looking for a storyteller who sweats the details and loves working within an integrated team and a fast-paced agency. The right candidate will have experience working closely with copywriters, photographers, directors, editors and production teams. You should be highly organized, deadline driven, client loving, coworker supporting and motivated to collaborate across agency departments. An integrated portfolio demonstrating conceptual thinking and proficiency in graphic design and art direction across all channels is a must.
At FWV, work spans all traditional and digital channels, including print, collateral, TV, social media, web, new business, and agency marketing efforts. Video editing and motion graphic skills will be considered a great plus. Experience with consumer brands in tech, western, outdoor, travel and tourism, and the pet industry would be amazing.
Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with copywriters, account, client and production teams to concept and execute original and effective marketing campaigns
- Develop creative strategies focused on innovative and results driven solutions
- Develop logos, websites, collateral and advertising ideas
- Oversee printing, web development and TV/film production
- Present ideas and strategies with excitement and clarity, both internally and to clients
- Develop strategic ideas and help craft the agency’s approach in new business efforts
- Manage multiple projects and deadlines, pivot to client feedback, while still delivering effective creative solutions
Requirements:
- Digital portfolio showcasing conceptual thinking and creative strategy, with examples of art direction across advertising, social, web and collateral
- Six-plus years of experience (creative agency experience strongly preferred)
- Four-year degree in communications, marketing or advertising preferred
- Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite and Google slides, docs and drive
- Experience directing photo and video production, video editing and motion graphic design
- Advanced knowledge of print and digital production, banner design and UX design
- Strong leadership, collaborative problem-solving and communication skills
- Strong interpersonal and presentation skills
ABOUT FWV:
FWV is a 25x National Agency of the Year recipient and the most highly decorated agency in the history of the South. We are a team of creative and passionate brand marketers conducting fascinating work for clients ranging from large national brands to growing start-ups. We have been named the #1 Agency “For People That Like the People They Work With,” and one of the Top 10 Agencies for creating a “Positive Work/Life Balance” for associates and are proud of the culture of continuous improvement we’ve cultivated over the past 25 years, and one we want to maintain for decades more.
As an agency, we offer:
- Comprehensive benefits via company sponsored healthcare, dental, vison, flexible spending account (FSA)/dependent care account, basic life & AD&D/Voluntary Life AD&D, STD/LTD, employee assistance program (EAP), voluntary accident, critical illness and pet insurance
- Participation in the company’s 401(k) plan with a company match
- Company paid parking for those working from our Downtown Raleigh HQ
- A pet friendly work environment
- Frequent company sponsored agency get-togethers
- Summer Hours, which include closing at 1pm every Friday between Memorial Day and Labor Day
- Generous paid time off, including bonus time around the major holidays
- A hybrid work model that allows associates to work from home at least two days per week, or from one of our other agency offices
- The use of electric bikes to help associates discover new and exciting places in our downtown areas
Come join our team!
French/West/Vaughan
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