Established in 2004, OLIVER is the world’s first and only specialist in designing, building, and running bespoke in-house agencies and marketing ecosystems for brands. We partner with over 300 clients in 40+ countries and counting. Our unique model drives creativity and efficiency, allowing us to deliver tailored solutions that resonate deeply with audiences.
As a part of The Brandtech Group, we’re at the forefront of leveraging cutting-edge AI technology to revolutionise how we create and deliver work. Our AI solutions enhance efficiency, spark creativity, and drive insightful decision-making, empowering our teams to produce innovative and impactful results.
Role: Art Director
Location: Remote, Canada
About the role:
OLIVER believes that agencies work better inside a brand’s organization – delivering more effective work at the speed and flexibility required to drive modern businesses forward. Using our unique methodology, and supported by bespoke technology, we design, build, and operate specialist, dedicated agencies onsite with our clients. We believe that proximity enables better collaboration, leading to better marketing solutions. Oliver Agency is looking for an Art Director to join the team!
We have an opening for an Art Director to work with one of our large financial services clients. This role allows you to bring your digital skills to an in-house digital studio that is looking to create exceptional designs and experiences for the client and consumers.
What you will be doing:
- Working as part of a team designing and producing a variety of materials for the digital realm.
- Directing, reviewing and executing digital first initiatives producing beautiful and innovative designs for .com, mobile, banners, social and other assets.
- Responsibility for the full design lifecycle from concept to execution.
- Pitching creative solutions in response to marketing strategies to both internal and external stakeholders.
- Overseeing and managing the preparation of all finished files that will comply with the correct output specifications
What you need to be great in this role:
- 5+ years of work experience that demonstrates impeccable craft and command of creative concepts, visual concepts, art direction and design across a variety of projects with an emphasis on digital but working knowledge of print.
- The ability to take projects from concept to completion, with a history of translating strategic thinking into compelling, creative ideas.
- Understand how to work on a range of designs within brand guidelines
- Persuasive communication and presentation skills with colleagues and clients.
- Deep knowledge & production experience with integrated and digital campaigns.
- A strong understanding and general skills around motion graphics and video.
- Proven success working in small and large, collaborative multi-functional teams across time zones and technologies.
- Able to effectively understand and execute against specific brand guidelines
- A desire to mentor younger art directors, designers, and other creatives.
- Excellent Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, etc.) skills as well as Sketch and Figma. AE and PremierPro experience a bonus.
- Experience in the world of finance is also a bonus!
- At the time of this posting, the base salary for this position may range from $93,500.00 CAD to $104,500.00 CAD. Individual compensation varies based on job related factors, including location, business needs, level of responsibility, experience, and qualifications. The range listed is just one component of OLIVER’s total compensation package.
Req ID: 16265
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Our values shape everything we do:
Be Ambitious to succeed
Be Imaginative to push the boundaries of what’s possible
Be Inspirational to do groundbreaking work
Be always learning and listening to understand
Be Results-focused to exceed expectations
Be actively pro-inclusive and anti-racist across our community, clients and creations
OLIVER,a part of the Brandtech Group, is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive working environment where all employees are encouraged to reach their full potential, and individual differences are valued and respected. All applicants shall be considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, neurodivergence, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by local laws.
OLIVER has set ambitious environmental goals around sustainability, with science-based emissions reduction targets. Collectively, we work towards our mission, embedding sustainability into every department and through every stage of the project lifecycle.
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