Art Director

The Position:

The Art Director embodies a unique blend of visionary creativity and diligent execution. Collaborating closely with the Creative Director, you will play a pivotal role in transforming abstract concepts into tangible realities. Your responsibilities encompass thorough research, exquisite design, cultural acumen, and compelling storytelling, collectively contributing to the realization of high-level ideas across digital and print platforms. As a seasoned creative, you excel as a problem solver with a knack for turning creative briefs into exceptional work. Your adept questioning streamlined creative process, and ability to discern the optimal path consistently yield outstanding results. Your cultural awareness and rich experiences seamlessly inform original ideas.

Above all, you are a maker at heart. You developed your career as a designer, so your tools, techniques, and skill set are second nature. You work very fast, efficiently, and with stellar attention to detail. You know when to delegate to others, but also when to step in and take projects over the finish line when needed. You always push for the best creativity yet are always open to other points-of-view.

Essential Functions:

• Ability to lead and take ownership of a variety of projects across digital and print under tight deadlines.
• Demonstrates flexibility and patience with colleagues.
• Leads creative concept development through visual research, mock-ups, and storytelling.
• On-set art direction of photo and video shoots by collaborating with photographers, stylists, creative directors and other members of the creative team.
• Knowledge of print is a must.
• Oversees post-production processes like retouching, video editing, designing layouts.
• Collaborates in a team environment and is respectful of the company culture.
• Highly organized with a high attention to detail.
• Liaise with third party providers and agencies when needed.
• Manages project work streams and deliverables.

Qualifications:

• College degree in Creative Arts or Graphic Design.
• 5+ years of experience directing photo shoots.
• 5+ digital and print graphic design experience in luxury, fashion, e-commerce merchandising.
• Understanding of emerging platforms and new forms of content creation
• Well-versed in social media / marketing trends
• Proficient with InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop
• A deep love for creative, storytelling, and exceptional customer experiences
• Keep a finger on the pulse of fashion, culture, competitors, trends, and consumer cultural shifts to inform creative strategy decisions.
• Understanding of print and digital
• Develop and evolve our visual guidelines for the brand.
• Comfortable navigating through ambiguity and complex problems in pursuit of clarity, simplicity, and concrete outcomes
• Able to juggle multiple projects at once and appropriately prioritize and delegate while remaining accountable for the success of the team.
• Participate in the development of content for social media and supply guidance for visual direction on social channels when needed.

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