Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Art Director Job Description

About the Role
Brian Communications is seeking a talented and experienced Art Director to join our creative team. As an Art Director, you will play a pivotal role in leading and inspiring a team of designers, working collaboratively with cross-functional departments, and driving the creative vision for diverse projects. The ideal candidate is not only an exceptional designer but also a natural leader and mentor, capable of balancing creativity with strategic thinking to meet business objectives.

This position will support and report to the Creative Director while mentoring a Senior Designer and other team members. You will have the opportunity to shape the creative output across various media, ranging from branding and digital design to campaigns and high-profile client projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive the creative vision, lead brainstorming sessions, and conceptualize bold, strategically aligned ideas that resonate with target audiences.
• Oversee the creative process from concept to execution, ensuring exceptional quality, innovation, and adherence to timelines.
• Actively participate in collaboration and pitch concepts to the team (and clients), helping bring big ideas to life.
• Incorporate feedback to refine creative solutions and achieve objectives.
• Stay current with design trends, tools, and advancements in technology to elevate creative outputs.
• Mentor team members, fostering a collaborative, supportive work environment that encourages growth and innovation.
• Provide clear, actionable feedback to elevate creative work and develop individual skills.
• Develop and manage relationships with freelancers, production partners, vendors, and other external resources.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and internal stakeholders, effectively communicating creative ideas and strategies.
• Lead client presentations and advocate for the creative vision.
• Collaborate with Integrated, PR, and account teams to develop outstanding creative materials.
• Work hand-in-hand with the Creative Director and internal departments to deliver high-quality communication and marketing materials.
• Uphold and evolve brand standards, ensuring consistency across all creative outputs.
• Create compelling concepts/designs for internal and external audiences.
• Help build, maintain, and elevate the Brian Communications brand and related asset library.
• Own multiple projects simultaneously, managing competing deadlines effectively.
• Take on additional responsibilities as needed to support team success.

Qualifications & Experience

Required Skills

• 5+ years of relevant experience in an agency or design-focused role.
• Expertise in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and proficiency in design tools such as Figma or Sketch.
• Strong conceptual ability with a proven track record of innovative, high-concept ideas across multiple media.
• Exceptional typography, layout, and prototyping skills.
• Strong client presentation and communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues and stakeholders, meet deadlines, and maintain accountability for project outcomes
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet tight deadlines, including work for C-suite executives.
• Open to critique and growth, with a motivated and decisive mindset.
• Ability to confidently sell creative design concepts to all levels of management.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with HubSpot.
• On-set (photo/video) experience.
• Knowledge of website design, UX principles, and multimedia production.
• Familiarity with project management tools (Workfront, Basecamp, or similar).
• Additional experience in WordPress, Webflow, UX/UI, animation, photography, or video is a plus.
• 5+ years of experience across web, digital, branding, social, print, out-of-home, and video.

Additional Requirements

• Candidates must submit a portfolio for review. Applications without a portfolio will not be considered.

Perks:

• Hybrid work schedule: Two days in the office
• Health Benefits (Medical, Dental and Vision)
• 401k
• Amazing colleagues
• Comprehensive Parental Leave
• Employee recognition program (Bonusly)
• Various opportunities to enhance professional skills
• Active Employee Resource Groups (Wellness & DEI Committees)
• Generous PTO policy
• Ability to work remote for up to 2 weeks annually; all other weeks are hybrid
• Summer Fridays - Reduced hours on Fridays in the summer!

Brian Communications is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected class.

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