Art Director

Art Director

Company and Job Overview

Duke Cannon Supply Co. is a company with a mission to better the day of hard-working men with its premium men’s grooming/lifestyle products. But more importantly, it’s a company that knows that its brand is everything. Quality of products aside, it’s our unique creative voice, amplified by our omnichannel marketing approach, that remains our biggest competitive advantage and driver of brand loyalty.

Currently, we are seeking applicants for the role of Art Director on our in-house marketing team. This person will report to the Creative Director and work with the greater marketing team to concept and execute a wide range of funny and inventive communications on behalf of the brand. From advertising campaigns and other big moments to social media content and new product launches, this person should be able to shape creative assets that build consumer affinity, grow our community, and drive sales.

Primary Responsibilities

· Working from a creative brief in conjunction with the Creative Director and Copywriter to conceive and execute creative work in a variety of formats and production types (from scrappy to high production)

· Support the conception and creation of social media content.

· Be a creative resource who brings energy and breakthrough ideas to the Duke Cannon creative team.

This role will be a career builder for the right candidate as it will provide an unparalleled learning experience and the opportunity to consistently create an enviable body of fresh, visible work for a company as it continues to grow into a market leader; you will be building a creative reputation & a business story.

Advantages of our in-house structure:

Our creative team has the same functionality as many ad agencies, with similar deliverables, but with important differences that benefit all parties:

-No timesheets

-No “bad briefs”: we want everything we produce to get noticed and elevate the brand

-Very few meetings (about 2-3 hours per week), so you can focus on making things

-No new business pitches destroying your nights and weekends; better work/life balance.

-We are our own client: we have a flat structure with fast approvals and no barriers to doing the work we want to do.

Requirements

· 3-5+ YEARS OF RELEVANT EXPERIENCE as an Art Director or Graphic Designer; preferably with an advertising agency background/experience.

· Portfolio site showing a body of relevant work (ad campaigns, content, social)

· High proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite, including Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign

· Working knowledge of Premiere Pro and AfterEffects is a plus, not mandatory.

· A collaborative, problem-solving mindset. This is a small creative team and we move quickly; so flexibility and a willingness to own projects and self-manage progress are necessary.

· Positive Mental Attitude.

· NOTE: This is an on-site position based in Minneapolis that does involve hours the in office; team members work a hybrid schedule in the office 3 days a week, with 2 days spent WFH desired/needed.

Reporting Structure and Company Location

This person will report directly to the Creative Director but will also work closely with the other members of the creative team. Duke Cannon Supply Co. is in the North Loop neighborhood of Minneapolis, steps from Target Field, and tons of restaurants and bars.

Company Culture

The Duke Cannon Supply Co. is a fast-paced environment where decisions are vetted quickly, and opportunities are welcomed. We have a very informal culture with an emphasis on having fun (we sell soap, after all). The company’s leaders are dedicated to the growth and development of the team, and as such, we work hard to ensure that any employees have a much richer and more rewarding experience than one might expect working for a large company.

Salary and Benefits

Duke Cannon offers a competitive market salary commensurate with experience, plus insurance, 401k match, a monthly parking stipend, company HSA contributions, and yearly bonuses. Because of our rapid growth, bonus payouts have typically exceeded base expectations and compensation increases have far outpaced inflation.

If you feel you are the right candidate, please send your resume/link to a website or portfolio to Rob Franks at [email protected].

Duke Cannon Supply Co.