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ART DIRECTOR

Established in 2012, APPARATUS is a New York-based design studio that explores the relationship of lighting, furniture and objects in immersive environments, threading the historical and the cultural through a modern lens.

APPARATUS is seeking an experienced and forward-thinking Art Director to join our Art Department in a new phase of brand growth. This role provides the opportunity to work collaboratively, explore the visual and narrative and execute from concept to completion a broad scope of work with which to communicate the APPARATUS ethos across all channels and touchpoints.

In addition to substantive professional experience, the ideal Art Director has an education in the arts and a passion for contemporary culture, design and fashion that provides a wellspring of creative reference points. A natural confidence in self-expression, written and verbal communication is essential to both manage and inspire the ever-evolving team.

At APPARATUS, the balance of imagination and initiative is supreme. The Art Department is led by the SVP Creative and managed by the Director : Art Department. Art Department initiatives and deliverables are informed through close collaboration with both Sales and Brand Departments.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Collaborate with the Director : Art Department to develop and execute all aspects of brand presentation.
• Develop photographic concepts and oversee photoshoots in collaboration with the
  Director : Art Department and SVP Creative.
• Supervise the editing / post-production and delivery of all brand photography and filmography.
• Identify opportunities for creative development and
• Deliver high-level work and assets aligned with Sales and Marketing objectives and calendar.
• Develop brand presentation approaches, styles, and techniques.
• Research market trends and the competitive landscape.
• Maintain a cohesive and consistent brand voice on all channels.
• Ideate original graphics, copy, social media, and other marketing materials.
• Develop creative briefs based on concepts established in working sessions with direction, schedules, expected deliverables and budgetary requirements.
• Delegate and supervise Graphic Designer / in-house designer team.
• Obtain stakeholder approval by presenting final layouts, storyboards, and illustrations, encouraging feedback, and responding to direction and requests.

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in fine art, graphic design, or similar discipline.
• 5+ years as a professional Art Director in the interior design, agency, luxury or fashion sector.
• Strong portfolio showcasing elevated visual design, typography, and conceptual skills.
• Experience gaining consensus among a diverse group of stakeholders.
• Critical thinker who can anticipate roadblocks and proactively address issues.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and effectively; ability to drive for results.
• Solid experience in post-production supervision.
• Strong understanding and focus on social media platforms is imperative.
• Excellent time-management skills and ability to deliver within tight timelines.
• Natural creative talent leadership.
• Proven ability in a high-paced environment that values consistency, efficiency and excellence.
• Strong creative POV with an understanding of business objectives.
• Mastery of Adobe Creative Suite.

WORK SCHEDULE

• Full-time studio hours: Monday–Friday generally 10:00AM–6:00PM.
• Longer hours and weekend availability as needed.

PERFORMANCE REVIEW AND CHECK-INS SCHEDULE

• Weekly check-ins.
• Annual performance review.

This is a full-time position with competitive compensation and benefits. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Position is based in our New York studio. Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.

Employees at Quad thrive at the intersection of thinking, making and marketing. As we continue to take the bold steps necessary to transform our offering, our goal is to provide our clients with the most powerful integrated marketing platform. We’re all partners in our company, committed to do the right thing, trusting the process, innovating for the future, growing the business, believing in each other, and having a little fun along the way.

The marketing brand team at Quad is seeking a Video Producer to create short-form videos including episodic executive thought leadership series, social-first programming from around the universe of Quad, and other video narratives. We are looking for a team player able to collaborate with others in different roles and help drive video journalism on the brand team at Quad.

The successful candidate will be an integral part of this team, reporting directly to the marketing creative director in a highly collaborative and diverse creative environment of designers, producers, writers, and marketers. As the primary video producer on this platform-agnostic team, this person will be responsible for taking the lead on new Quad video stories for the brand team.

Responsibilities

• Research, pitch, produce, shoot and edit video for various formats, taking ownership over the process from start-to-finish, demonstrating top-shelf storytelling skills, including editorial accuracy and nuance.
• Conduct interviews, write scripts, set up studio-based and remote filming, live streams, as well as record VO and edit packages.
• Collaborate with marketing, brand, and content team leadership to identify key stories and plan video coverage.
• Occasionally hire and manage freelance production support vendors such as PrEDitors, audio techs, hair and makeup artists, etc.
• Conceptualize unique video pieces best suited to align with Quad’s brand narrative.
• Ability to articulate, present and discuss video pitches, with a willingness to receive feedback and work collaboratively, including with executive and C-Suite leadership
• Coordinate and conduct on-camera or audio interviews, including doing background research to prepare questions

Qualifications

• Must have a track record of strong reporting that helps shape video narratives.
• 5-7 years of relevant video journalism and/or production experience.
• Must have comprehensive knowledge of Adobe Premiere and a strong working knowledge of Photoshop, After Effects, as well as collaborative tools like Microsoft Teams/Office 365.
• Must possess excellent editorial judgment, story development, and scripting abilities.
• Skills in showrunning studio shoots and shows, from booking, scheduling, set dressing, and directing shots
• Ability to set up a studio shoot, camera, audio, lighting, seamless, etc.
• Willingness to travel for on-location shoots

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong field production/camera skills are expected although this is not a field-based role.
• Knowledge of how to use social media to find sources and seek out and distribute video
• A creative eye and ability to guide a team to create a fresh and distinctive voice for Quad brand video
• Excellent news judgement and curiosity about current events
• An interest in marketing and content related to marketing

Additional Company Information

We offer excellent benefits to eligible employees, including 401(k), holidays, vacations and more.

Quad is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We are committed to creating a place of belonging — a space where employees do not need to sacrifice who they are to exist and grow in our workplace. Quad does not discriminate on any unlawful basis including race, religion, color, national origin, disability, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Quad also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories.

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