Lead Art Director
Qualifications & Responsibilities
Life is short. Work somewhere awesome.
Are you creative to the core?
Do you find inspiration in even the most mundane situations?
Can you find the creative solution to any business problem?
Is marketing something you're sincerely passionate about?
If your answers are a resounding, YES! then come be a part of our world.
We pride ourselves on nurturing a welcoming culture, a no drama policy, and clients that we can be proud of. We encourage you to flex your creative muscles, stay positive, and consistently push yourself to do more, be more and bring more. Oh, and work-life balance is important to us as well.
Our team is in need of another great Lead Art Director who finds inspiration across all channels and industries, while executing with a refined aesthetic that allows for clean, elegant and contemporary design work. Being consistently brilliant will help us meet the growing needs of our fun office and national clients.
We're looking for a creative, strategic designer who is comfortable with pushing boundaries, while understanding how to impact a business challenge and drive consumers to act. We want you hungry for the industry and ready to inspire others.
Does this sound like you? Read on.
Essential Functions
Develops and designs the aesthetics, visual design and/or layout of (generalize) to enhance product image
Collaborates with project teams to plan, analyze, organize and execute assigned projects
May manage external sources relating to design issues
Maintains stewardship of client's look, tone and feel
Prepares materials from client presentation through studio hand off
Creates a range of ideas and designs to ensure the art direction and visual presentation supports the concepts
Partners with copywriters to develop ideas that are on-brief and on-strategy
Partners with Account team to solve problems
May work with pre-media on color correction and photo retouching
May provide direction to photographers and stylists on photo and video shoots
May help suggest specs for handoff
May manage multiple projects and/or mentor less experienced peers
Maintains file-management, using consistent naming conventions and procedures
May be responsible for maintaining budget parameters
May be responsible for client relationships
Knowledge & Skills
Good sense of aesthetic when selecting stock photography and illustrated art
Hands-on understanding of fundamental principles of digital marketing
Able to work with Copywriters, provide feedback and brainstorm ideas
Refined skills of typography and graphic design skills, practicing knowledge of information design
Knowledge of industry relevant multimedia software/programs
Able to lead solid designs and to contribute to the thought process, under the direction of the ACD or CD
Demonstrates superior strategic thinking, leverages the Creative Strategy Brief with every project, and able to ensures team is following brief consistently
Exceptional knowledge of InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop
Understanding of digital technology, and how to use it to enhance the creative idea
Alert to social, mobile and developing technologies
Highly conceptual designer, able to partner with creative team to develop and guide idea and design generation
Exceptional time management skills
Able to build strong client relationships
Able to strategically evaluate and provide feedback on work produced by creative peers
Able to sell and defend work
Duties & Responsibilities
Possesses a keen understanding of various channel, including digital, social, shopper, digital, direct mail, email etc. and can think both strategically and aesthetically
Possesses strong conceptual skills that add substance and value to the work beyond the visual, and can communicate ideas and design rationale to other members of the creative or account management teams
Works efficiently while being adaptable to shifting needs at a quick pace, balancing several distinct initiatives at any given time
Provides exceptional work in short timeframes, manages time efficiently while multi-tasking across different projects
Designs according to basic brand guidelines, yet able to evolve them and contribute to keeping 'stakeholders' intrigued
Technical Requirements
Proficient in Photoshop, InDesign & Illustrator
Preferred Qualifications
Online portfolio or PDF portfolio for initial review
Strong organizational skills, knowledge of visual storytelling, refined aesthetic use of typography, iconography, color theory, proportion and layout for print, email, online, mobile, tablets (and basic understanding of production methods associated with each)
Experience
Requires a minimum of 8 years of related experience
Experience with creative agencies/prof
Education
Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred
Conditions of Employment
All job offers are contingent upon successful completion of certain background checks which unless prohibited by applicable law may include criminal history checks, employment verification, education verification, drug screens, credit checks, DMV checks (for driving positions only) and fingerprinting.
Great People, Deserve Great Benefits
We know that we have some of the brightest and most talented associates in the world, and we believe in rewarding them accordingly. If you work here, expect competitive pay, comprehensive health coverage, and endless opportunities to advance your career. From tuition reimbursement to scholarship programs to employee stock purchase plans and 401(k)s, we offer associates a variety of benefits that work as hard for them as they work for us.
About Epsilon
Epsilon is an all-encompassing global marketing innovator. We provide unrivaled data intelligence and customer insights, world-class technology including loyalty, email and CRM platforms and data-driven creative, activation and execution. Epsilon's digital media arm, Conversant, is a leader in personalized digital advertising and insights through its proprietary technology and trove of consumer marketing data, delivering digital marketing with unprecedented scale, accuracy and reach through personalized media programs and through CJ Affiliate, one of the world's largest affiliate marketing networks. Together, we bring personalized marketing to consumers across offline and online channels, at moments of interest, that help drive business growth for brands. Recognized by Ad Age as the #1 World's Largest CRM/Direct Marketing Network, #1 Largest U.S. Agency from All Disciplines and #1 Largest U.S. Mobile Marketing Agency, Epsilon employs over 8,000 associates in 70 offices worldwide. Epsilon is an Alliance Data company. For more information, visit www.epsilon.com and follow us on Twitter @EpsilonMktg.
Alliance Data provides equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
Alliance Data participates in E-Verify
For San Francisco Bay Area:
Alliance Data will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of San Francisco Police Code Sections 4901 - 4919, commonly referred to as the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
. Apply now!Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Life is short. Work somewhere awesome.
Are you creative to the core?
Do you find inspiration in even the most mundane situations?
Can you find the creative solution to any business problem?
Is marketing something you're sincerely passionate about?
If your answers are a resounding, YES! then come be a part of our world.
We pride ourselves on nurturing a welcoming culture, a no drama policy, and clients that we can be proud of. We encourage you to flex your creative muscles, stay positive, and consistently push yourself to do more, be more and bring more. Oh, and work-life balance is important to us as well.
Our team is in need of another great Lead Art Director who finds inspiration across all channels and industries, while executing with a refined aesthetic that allows for clean, elegant and contemporary design work. Being consistently brilliant will help us meet the growing needs of our fun office and national clients.
We're looking for a creative, strategic designer who is comfortable with pushing boundaries, while understanding how to impact a business challenge and drive consumers to act. We want you hungry for the industry and ready to inspire others.
Does this sound like you? Read on.
Essential Functions
Develops and designs the aesthetics, visual design and/or layout of (generalize) to enhance product image
Collaborates with project teams to plan, analyze, organize and execute assigned projects
May manage external sources relating to design issues
Maintains stewardship of client's look, tone and feel
Prepares materials from client presentation through studio hand off
Creates a range of ideas and designs to ensure the art direction and visual presentation supports the concepts
Partners with copywriters to develop ideas that are on-brief and on-strategy
Partners with Account team to solve problems
May work with pre-media on color correction and photo retouching
May provide direction to photographers and stylists on photo and video shoots
May help suggest specs for handoff
May manage multiple projects and/or mentor less experienced peers
Maintains file-management, using consistent naming conventions and procedures
May be responsible for maintaining budget parameters
May be responsible for client relationships
Knowledge & Skills
Good sense of aesthetic when selecting stock photography and illustrated art
Hands-on understanding of fundamental principles of digital marketing
Able to work with Copywriters, provide feedback and brainstorm ideas
Refined skills of typography and graphic design skills, practicing knowledge of information design
Knowledge of industry relevant multimedia software/programs
Able to lead solid designs and to contribute to the thought process, under the direction of the ACD or CD
Demonstrates superior strategic thinking, leverages the Creative Strategy Brief with every project, and able to ensures team is following brief consistently
Exceptional knowledge of InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop
Understanding of digital technology, and how to use it to enhance the creative idea
Alert to social, mobile and developing technologies
Highly conceptual designer, able to partner with creative team to develop and guide idea and design generation
Exceptional time management skills
Able to build strong client relationships
Able to strategically evaluate and provide feedback on work produced by creative peers
Able to sell and defend work
Duties & Responsibilities
Possesses a keen understanding of various channel, including digital, social, shopper, digital, direct mail, email etc. and can think both strategically and aesthetically
Possesses strong conceptual skills that add substance and value to the work beyond the visual, and can communicate ideas and design rationale to other members of the creative or account management teams
Works efficiently while being adaptable to shifting needs at a quick pace, balancing several distinct initiatives at any given time
Provides exceptional work in short timeframes, manages time efficiently while multi-tasking across different projects
Designs according to basic brand guidelines, yet able to evolve them and contribute to keeping 'stakeholders' intrigued
Technical Requirements
Proficient in Photoshop, InDesign & Illustrator
Preferred Qualifications
Online portfolio or PDF portfolio for initial review
Strong organizational skills, knowledge of visual storytelling, refined aesthetic use of typography, iconography, color theory, proportion and layout for print, email, online, mobile, tablets (and basic understanding of production methods associated with each)
Experience
Requires a minimum of 8 years of related experience
Experience with creative agencies/prof
Education
Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred
Conditions of Employment
All job offers are contingent upon successful completion of certain background checks which unless prohibited by applicable law may include criminal history checks, employment verification, education verification, drug screens, credit checks, DMV checks (for driving positions only) and fingerprinting.
Great People, Deserve Great Benefits
We know that we have some of the brightest and most talented associates in the world, and we believe in rewarding them accordingly. If you work here, expect competitive pay, comprehensive health coverage, and endless opportunities to advance your career. From tuition reimbursement to scholarship programs to employee stock purchase plans and 401(k)s, we offer associates a variety of benefits that work as hard for them as they work for us.
About Epsilon
Epsilon is an all-encompassing global marketing innovator. We provide unrivaled data intelligence and customer insights, world-class technology including loyalty, email and CRM platforms and data-driven creative, activation and execution. Epsilon's digital media arm, Conversant, is a leader in personalized digital advertising and insights through its proprietary technology and trove of consumer marketing data, delivering digital marketing with unprecedented scale, accuracy and reach through personalized media programs and through CJ Affiliate, one of the world's largest affiliate marketing networks. Together, we bring personalized marketing to consumers across offline and online channels, at moments of interest, that help drive business growth for brands. Recognized by Ad Age as the #1 World's Largest CRM/Direct Marketing Network, #1 Largest U.S. Agency from All Disciplines and #1 Largest U.S. Mobile Marketing Agency, Epsilon employs over 8,000 associates in 70 offices worldwide. Epsilon is an Alliance Data company. For more information, visit www.epsilon.com and follow us on Twitter @EpsilonMktg.
Alliance Data provides equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
Alliance Data participates in E-Verify
For San Francisco Bay Area:
Alliance Data will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of San Francisco Police Code Sections 4901 - 4919, commonly referred to as the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
. Apply now!Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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