Senior Art Director, Global Creative Lab New York (at Fast Retailing)
Overview
Global Creative Lab New York is a growing, influential group at UNIQLO/Fast Retailing whose mission is to elevate the UNIQLO brand by helping the company bring the best possible experiences to the greatest number of people around the world through creativity. This concept is inseparable from LifeWear, the UNIQLO core philosophy of producing the most thoughtful and highest quality apparel for everyone. LifeWear is made for all.
On the day to day, we have a voracious appetite for developing our best thinking, executing ideas at the highest level, and staying connected to the people, art, design, and culture all over the globe. We work on high-profile creative initiatives like fashion collaborations, global brand campaigns, ambassador partnerships, and many other special projects. We also assist our marketing departments with creative services like in-store print materials, motion graphics, social media designs, product design proposals, and many others. No matter the size and scope of the project, we believe that through creative excellence and innovation, we will continue to grow the business and evolve the UNIQLO brand well into the future.
The Position
The Senior Art Director is a visionary, coach, and workhorse in one crucial role. Working directly with the Associate Creative Directors, you will be responsible for bringing high-level ideas to life through thoughtful research, impeccable design, cultural savvy, and clear, persuasive storytelling.
Visionary. As an experienced creative, you are a highly trained problem solver. You know how to take a creative brief and run with it. You ask the right questions, have an efficient creative process, and can easily identify the path to getting the best work. You are in tune with the culture around you and can pull from your experiences to inform original ideas. You have a keen eye for talent, taste, and have worked with the best.
Coach. Your interpersonal skills are outstanding. You are a creative leader, and you have the work and network to show for it. You are highly collaborative—you lead by example and know how to get the best work from those around you. At times, you will be client-facing, so building trust with colleagues through patience, respect, and professionalism are essential. You are humble yet assertive. You are constructive in the face of conflict and productive in the face of urgency.
Workhorse. Above all, you are a maker at heart. You developed your career as a designer so your tools, techniques, and skillset 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 under tight deadlines.
- Demonstrates flexibility and patience with colleagues, both internal and external.
- Leads creative concept development through visual research, mockups, and storytelling.
- Leads on-set art direction of photo and video shoots by collaborating with photographers, stylists, creative directors and other members of the creative team.
- Ability to travel for photo shoots and meetings when needed.
- Oversees post-production processes like retouching, video editing, designing layouts and preparing toolkits for global distribution.
- Collaborates in a team environment and is respectful of the company culture.
- Can quickly respond and adapt to creative feedback and requests.
- Embodies a positive mindset and enthusiasm to do whatever it takes to get the job done.
- Highly organized with a high attention to detail.
- Accepts project accountability as a lead creative.
- Flexible to accommodate international timezones on occasion to meet business need.
- Liaise with third party providers and agencies when needed.
- Manages and mentors art directors and designers to help their career path.
- Manages project work streams and deliverables.
Qualifications:
- 10+ years of experience; preferably at a creative agency or in-house brand.
- A diverse portfolio that shows a range of advertising, digital, and print work.
- Expert knowledge of art direction, photography, film, graphic design, typography and the full Adobe Creative Suite.
- Strong presentation and communication skills (both written and verbal).
Salary: $80 – $100 per hour
To apply for this position: Apply directly through LinkedIn.
*The offered salary or salary range is based on several factors, including, but not limited to, overall experience, relevant experience, education level, certifications, applicable skills and expertise, and location of the position. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, UNIQLO USA LLC does not discriminate against applicants or employees because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, veteran status, disability, age, citizenship, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or because of any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, state, or local law
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