London, Manchester; United Kingdom
JOB PURPOSE
We are looking for a Senior Motion Art Director for an exciting AI client of ours. The work we produce for them is varied and can range from simple BAU creative responses to in‑person creative sprints and full productions across multiple global markets. As a Senior Motion Art Director and Design lead you will ensure creative excellence across all campaigns and projects, working with a wider team of creatives, producers and other disciplines. You will provide clear, decisive feedback, guidance and inspiration, build, delegate and empower the team, and be a hands‑on creative who is willing to get involved in the execution of work.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
* Shape the art direction across motion and static outputs from concept to delivery
* Work with the Design Director to develop processes, structures and raise the quality of design
* Work with management/resource to operationally set the client team up for success
* Lead, develop, motivate and inspire DEPT’s design teams and encourage collaboration
* Deliver and inspire innovative and high quality work across all deliverables from the team
* Develop strong creative ideas rooted in narrative, pacing, composition, and visual structure
* Create and direct high quality motion and design work across campaigns and formats
* Be aware of and respond to current advertising and media trends and pop culture
* Use experience and ideas to contribute to the development of our creative process
* Present work internally and externally to an excellent standard
* Stay up‑to‑date with industry developments
* Initiate and facilitate creative team collaboration and sharing, and team cohesion through social and team building initiatives
* Guide execution across motion and static deliverables to keep work aligned with the original creative intent
WHAT YOU BRING
* Strong experience leading on a client with a consultative approach
* Experience leading and guiding designers/creatives in a client team or department
* Strong visual judgement and confidence contributing to concepts and creative direction
* Art direction experience showing how you’ve helped craft the visual story of your work
* Solid motion design skills with a good sense of timing, composition, framing, and storytelling
* Experience creating styleframes, visual systems, and narrative driven motion
* Curiosity around AI tools and interest in learning how they can support creative work
* A strong portfolio or showreel showing concept, craft, and high quality motion and design work, with examples of tech or AI‑led campaigns
WE OFFER
* A flexible, hybrid working policy (2 days from the office, depending on location)
* An excellent salary based on experience and equal pay policies
* Pension, free private healthcare, mental health support, and company sick pay scheme
* Refreshments are provided in the office all week, as well as drinks at 4 pm on a Thursday
* Help getting you to work with a season ticket loan and cycle to work scheme
* Enhanced family friendly policies to support new parents
* Social and Cultural Events, plenty of opportunities to connect with colleagues through organised activities and celebrations
* Inspirational Talks, bringing the outside in with regular guest speakers and events
* Learning and Development, supporting your growth with continuous opportunities to learn and advance
* Buddy Programme: You will be paired with a ‘Buddy’ to help you through your first weeks at DEPT®
* A reputation for doing good. DEPT® has been a Certified B Corp® since 2021 and named ‘Agency of the Year’ at both The Lovies and The Webby Awards
DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION
At DEPT®, we take pride in creating an inclusive workplace where everyone has an equal opportunity to thrive. We actively seek to recruit, develop, nurture, and retain talented individuals from diverse backgrounds, with varying skills and perspectives.
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