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Junior Art Director

Junior Art Director

CompanyMaesa
LocationNew York, NY, USA
Salary$90000 – $100000
TypeFull-Time
DegreesBachelor’s
Experience LevelJunior, Mid Level

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in graphic design or equivalent
  • 3-4 years of senior design experience or a 1+ year as a junior art director
  • An incredible portfolio of work that demonstrates mastery over typography and design skills over a variety of mediums
  • Experience in leading a small team
  • Cross functional skills that include print, digital & merchandising
  • Proactive and approachable attitude with a strong sense of team collaboration
  • Strong time management and organization skills with the ability to manage junior designer’s priorities besides their own
  • Ability to provide strategic creative solutions and see them through from start to finish
  • Proficient in Adobe Creative cloud (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)
  • Basic knowledge in After Effects & Premiere Pro

Responsibilities

  • Partner with creative director, art directors, designers, and brand managers to create marketing assets – both digital and print.
  • Contribute to the brand purpose by ideating and collaborating on creative concepts for 360 campaigns across multiple teams and perspectives
  • Lead creative direction for photoshoots and campaigns with both internal and external photographers and teams.
  • Work closely with Marketing Team to design advertising and communication materials
  • Provide creative solutions and support with an understanding of key business and strategic objectives
  • Assist in managing feedback to junior design staff & act as a mentor for the junior design team
  • Lead projects from start to finish with critical creative strategy
  • Consult on design conventions and best practices
  • Excellent organization and meticulous attention to detail in design and preparation of final and fast-turnaround deliverables.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Some Animation experience is preferred
  • Some Retouching skills preferred