Art Director, Premium Digital Creative

Position Overview

Our client is searching for a skilled Art Director in the Premium Product Experience (PPX) segment to join their elite creative team. This role emphasizes crafting sophisticated, cutting-edge creative assets across digital platforms including websites, social media, and integrated marketing channels.

The position is hybrid and based across several U.S. locations: New York, NY; Chicago, IL; McLean, VA; or Richmond, VA.

Primary Responsibilities

• Lead the design of digital content for web properties, social media, and integrated marketing efforts.
• Conceptualize and execute refined, modern digital creative solutions.
• Design and enhance digital design systems and component kits within Figma.
• Ensure brand consistency and progressively refine visual standards across various channels.
• Create engaging social media creatives customized for diverse platforms and target audiences.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Creative, Brand, Marketing, and UX to develop strategic creative outputs.
• Utilize insights and business goals to develop impactful creative content that rises above competition.
• Present ideas and work clearly, incorporate feedback skillfully, and manage concurrent projects adhering to deadlines.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent military experience.
• Minimum three years of professional design experience spanning multiple digital and marketing channels.
• Proficiency with Figma and Adobe Creative Suite tools—Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign.
• A compelling portfolio showcasing contemporary, high-end visual design and strategic creative works focused on digital/web and social channels.
• Strong grasp of visual design fundamentals including branding, typography, and composition.
• Ability to operate efficiently within set brand guidelines and digital design frameworks.

Preferred Experience

• Background in luxury, premium brands, travel, financial services, or related sectors.
• Exposure to enterprise-level design standards and digital design systems.
• History of contributing to or managing digital design component libraries and Figma assets.
• Experience with UX design, particularly web design integration with digital systems.
• Skills involving video, animation, photography, or multimedia creative direction.
• Proven capacity to deliver sophisticated, premium digital experiences.

Core Competencies and Personal Attributes

• Ability to craft bold and visually compelling creative directions with strong narrative elements.
• Expertise in digital experiences across web and social platforms.
• Commitment to brand integrity while innovating visual standards.
• Exceptional attention to detail in aesthetics, typography, and layout.
• Strategic alignment of creative initiatives with business objectives and audience insights.
• Proficiency in working with design systems and enterprise-scale libraries within Figma.
• Effective collaboration with cross-disciplinary teams and stakeholders.
• Adaptability in managing shifting priorities and problem-solving creatively.
• Strong communication and presentation skills to articulate creative concepts clearly.
• Accountability in managing multiple deliverables and meeting deadlines with quality output.

Work Setting

• Location options include New York, NY; Chicago, IL; McLean, VA; or Richmond, VA.
• The role provides a hybrid working arrangement.

Compensation and Benefits

• Hourly pay estimated between $44 and $49 (actual pay is subject to factors such as experience and location).
• Access to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Eligibility for Employee Stock Ownership Plan.
• 401(k) retirement benefits provided.

Additional Information

Applicants consent to receive communications including calls, texts, and emails from the employer and contracted partners, with frequency varying. Standard messaging rates may apply. Recipients can opt out or request help via specified commands.