We are currently partnered with a small creative advertising agency in Chicago which is looking for a Senior Art Director. This is a full-time position and is a fully on-site and 100% hands-on role. Portfolio and Resume are required with the application. Please provide relevant campaign work on the portfolio that was used/pitched to the client. This is a client-facing role working with a very cross-collaborative team. Portfolios containing spec work will be rejected.
Description:
Requirements:
- Develop concepts that reflect the strategy & fit the brand
- Proven track record of developing and executing successful creative campaigns across multiple platforms.
- Experience in product-based marketing.
- Experience working with 3D artists and 3D product animation.
- Strong Design and Copywriting skills
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and motivate a team.
- Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
- A keen eye for detail and a strong understanding of branding and design principles.
- Proficiency in industry-standard design and production tools, such as Adobe Creative Suite.
- Present work with passion and a point of view to senior creative personnel and clients
- Remain current on industry trends and technology, uncovering new ways to incorporate emerging and new media formats into campaigns
- Ensure that ideas are executed on time
- Manage workload and timeline to meet deadlines
- Work with a project management system and other collaboration tools
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in advertising, design or a relevant field
- 5-8+ years of experience as an art director, preferably in an agency or in-house creative department
- Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite applications
- Solid understanding of advertising and marketing principles
- Functional knowledge of typography, layout and design principles
- Knowledge of current trends, pop culture, current and past design themes
- Comprehensive knowledge of client category, business, and objectives, and a clear understanding of key strategic issues impacting client’s business
- Able to communicate clearly, thoroughly and succinctly both verbally and in writing; responds to comments, suggestions and criticisms in a constructive manner while maintaining the integrity of the creative idea; influences and/or persuades key stakeholders when necessary
- Strong presentation skills; presents creative work, clearly explaining the assignment, creative strategy, creative idea and how it accomplishes the client’s objectives
- Current knowledge and understanding of where and how people interact with media, including at home, on the go, while shopping, mobile, broadcast, print, event, etc.
- Collaborates well with others, demonstrated by partnering with account, strategy, and creative teams to successfully deliver work to clients
- Anticipates potential problems and obstacles to project success, communicates concerns, and develops solutions
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