Position Title: Art Director
Department: Creative
Reports To: Creative Director / Head of Creative
Location: London
Employment Type: Full-time
Role Summary
The Art Director plays a pivotal role in shaping the visual identity and creative output of the agency’s work. They are responsible for conceptualizing, developing, and executing high-impact visual campaigns across multiple platforms, ensuring they align with client objectives and the agency’s creative standards.
This position requires a balance of strategic thinking, strong design expertise, and leadership skills to guide a team of designers, copywriters, and other creative professionals toward delivering innovative and visually compelling work.
Key Responsibilities
Creative Leadership
* Develop original, innovative visual concepts for advertising campaigns, ensuring they resonate with the target audience and client objectives.
* Lead brainstorming sessions and concept development in collaboration with copywriters, designers, and creative strategists.
* Ensure all creative outputs maintain brand consistency and adhere to client guidelines.
* Present creative ideas and campaign visuals to internal teams and clients confidently and persuasively.
* Act as a mentor and coach to junior designers and creative team members, fostering their growth and development.
Project Management
* Oversee the visual direction of projects from concept to completion, including design, production, and delivery.
* Collaborate closely with the account management, strategy, and production teams to ensure seamless workflow and timely delivery of assets.
* Allocate resources and delegate tasks effectively to optimize team productivity.
* Review and approve final designs before delivery to clients.
Client Collaboration
* Participate in client meetings to understand project goals, challenges, and brand positioning.
* Provide creative recommendations that strategically align with client objectives and market trends.
* Build and maintain strong relationships with clients by acting as a trusted creative partner.
Innovation & Trends
* Stay up-to-date with emerging design trends, tools, and technologies to keep the agency’s work fresh and relevant.
* Champion innovation by integrating new visual techniques, digital formats, and creative storytelling approaches into campaigns.
Required Skills & Qualifications
Education & Experience
* Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Visual Arts, Advertising, or a related field.
* 5+ years of experience in an advertising or creative agency, with at least 2 years in a leadership or senior design role.
* Proven track record of delivering high-quality campaigns across multiple channels (print, digital, social, OOH, etc.).
Creative & Technical Skills
* Exceptional proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, After Effects, etc.).
* Strong understanding of typography, color theory, layout, and visual hierarchy.
* Knowledge of digital and interactive design principles.
* Ability to translate strategic briefs into compelling creative concepts.
Soft Skills
* Excellent communication and presentation skills.
* Strong leadership and team management abilities.
* Detail-oriented with a passion for delivering polished, high-quality work.
* Adaptability to work on multiple projects under tight deadlines.
* Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to challenges.
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