Art Director | Creative Agency| Diverse Client Range & Big Brands| $90,000-$120,000 + Benefits

Art Director | Creative Agency| Diverse Client Range & Big Brands| $90,000-$120,000 + Benefits

The Company:

This Vancouver and Calgary based Creative Agency is composed from a team of passionate and talented individuals, who are committed to delivering exceptional creativity and unparalleled expertise in every project they undertake. With a large belief in the power of ideas and the ability to bring them to life visually. Their focus is on extending ideas and insights across multiple media channels to create captivating and integrated experiences for their clients' audiences.

Description:

My client is seeking a highly creative and talented Intermediate to Senior Art Director to join their dynamic team. As an Art Director, you will play a key role in conceptualizing and bringing ideas to life visually. You will be responsible for developing and executing integrated campaigns across various traditional and emerging media platforms.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct research and gather insights to inform the creative process and ensure campaigns effectively communicate the desired message.
• Mentor and provide guidance to junior members of the creative team, fostering their professional growth and development.
• Lead and manage film, content, and photo shoots, ensuring the visual elements align with the creative vision and brand guidelines.
• Develop and maintain a deep understanding of current design and industry trends, and apply them to enhance the visual storytelling and layout of campaigns.
• Collaborate with external vendors, such as photographers, videographers, and production teams, to ensure the successful execution of creative concepts.
• Transform ideas and insights into compelling visual stories that resonate with the target audience.
• Review and provide feedback on design deliverables, ensuring they meet quality standards and align with the overall creative direction.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including copywriters, designers, and marketers, to develop innovative and impactful concepts for advertising and marketing campaigns.
• Provide strategic guidance and creative direction throughout the entire campaign development process, from initial concept to final execution.
• Create and present cohesive campaign concepts that extend across multiple media channels, prioritizing creativity and impact.

Requirements:

• Proven experience in developing integrated campaigns across various traditional and emerging media channels, including print, digital, social media, and experiential marketing.
• A proactive and collaborative mindset, with the ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams.
• Skills in photography, video editing, illustration, etc are an added bonus, but not a requirement.
• Strong portfolio showcasing exceptional conceptual thinking, visual storytelling, and layout skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate ideas and concepts effectively.
• 5+ years of experience working as an Art Director in an advertising, marketing, or creative agency environment.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to multitask and meet deadlines in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Knowledge of current design and industry trends, and a passion for staying updated with emerging technologies and creative techniques.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and manage film, content, and photo shoots, ensuring the successful execution of creative concepts.
• Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite and other relevant design software.

Benefits:

• Holiday Closure
• Additional Mental Health Allowance of $1000 per year
• 3-4 weeks holidays
• Recovery Days
• Health Benefits

If you are a conceptual thinker, an ideas person who can bring ideas to life visually, and possess a strong sense of visual storytelling and layout, we would love to hear from you. Join this team and help create captivating campaigns that make a real impact in the world of branding and marketing. Don’t hesitate in putting forward an application! To automatically receive notifications upon new roles and market updates, follow our LinkedIn page:

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