Art Director
Freelance

Job responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

Ideate and Create:  (50%)

• Visual Leadership: Provide visual direction and guidance to graphic designers, copywriters, and production team members, fostering a collaborative and high-quality creative process.
• Concept Development: Translate creative briefs and client goals into clear, impactful visual concepts across both print and digital media, from initial concept through to final execution.
• Review and Quality Control: Oversee and approve design elements, layouts, and visual concepts, ensuring aesthetic quality, accuracy, and alignment with brand standards. Collaborate with photo and video editors to guarantee high-quality visual output.
• Production-Ready Files: Ensure final designs are production-ready, accurately labeled, and organized for hand-off to vendors or clients, maintaining clear file management standards on cloud platforms.

Scale: (40%)

• Design Oversight: Manage the artistic development of deliverables from initial concept through final execution, including graphics, layout, and photo direction.
• Photo and Video Support: Provide creative input for photo and video productions, including guidance on art direction, style, and visual details. Collaborate with production teams to achieve the desired aesthetic.
• Resource Coordination: Collaborate with the Creative Services Manager to coordinate freelance designers, photographers, and other creative professionals as needed to fulfill project requirements.
• Timeline Adherence: Ensure all projects are completed on time, adhering to deadlines and aligning with project scopes and budgets.

Collaboration and Communication: (10%)

• Client Communication: Participate in client meetings and presentations to communicate the rationale and value behind creative solutions. Address client feedback professionally and integrate it effectively into project work.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Work with team members across departments (e.g., strategy, account management) to ensure cohesive execution that aligns with project goals and client objectives.

Feedback Integration: Actively listen to feedback from clients and team members, implementing revisions while maintaining the creative integrity of projects.

• • Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Visual Arts, or a related field.
  • 3-5 years of experience as an Art Director, preferably within an agency or freelance setting, with a strong portfolio showcasing campaign work, brand identity, and digital projects.
  • Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator) and Figma (or Sketch). Familiarity with Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint) for template preparation is a plus.
  • Proven experience managing creative projects, from ideation to production, with strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
  • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present ideas clearly and effectively, and collaborate with clients, vendors, and team members.
  • Organized workspace conducive for remote work, inspiring creativity and professionalism.

Pay will be $65-$75 per hour based on experience.