Associate Director, Art Director

We're looking for a talented and strategic Associate Director, Art Direction to join a fast-paced, high-performing team supporting one of our most visible, dynamic clients. This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who brings conceptual thinking, sharp visual design capabilities, and video-first experience to the table.

What You Will Do

Deliver High-Impact Creative: Concept and design best-in-class digital creative across social, and video, with a strong focus on visual storytelling and performance. Mentor & Lead: Act as a direct supervisor and mentor to junior and mid-level Art Directors and Designers.

Why It Might Be a Fit

This role is perfect for someone who thrives in creative collaboration, is autonomous in ideation, enjoys rolling up their sleeves to execute, and has a strong point of view on what makes effective content in the digital world.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in visual design with a strong portfolio showcasing digital campaigns, social-first content, and video-driven work.
• Prior social agency experience or relevant experience with a track record of navigating high-volume, high-visibility accounts.
• On-set and content production experience (domestic or international), including working with video directors, editors, and producers.
• Generative AI Mastery: Proven hands-on experience utilizing advanced generative AI platforms (including Midjourney, Runway, Vizcom, Weavy, or equivalent visual AI tools) to conceptualize, iterate, and scale creative production workflows.
• Performance-Driven Creative Execution: Deep understanding of paid media ecosystems, conversion design, and data-backed creative strategies.
• Multi-Channel Social Optimization: Strong track record in developing native short-form video content and paid ads tailored, optimizing assets for user engagement and platform algorithm performance.
• Strong client presentation and communication skills - you can confidently present ideas, take feedback in stride, and advocate for great creative.
• Excellent design sensibility and a strategic eye for layout, typography, motion, and branding.
• A proactive, collaborative mindset - you bring energy to brainstorms, jump in where needed, and support your teammates with generosity and respect.
• A creative portfolio that shows your eye for design, your range in digital, video, and ability to turn strategy into scroll-stopping creative.

Benefits

• Healthcare, Dental, and Vision coverage
• 401K plan, plus matching
• PTO
• Paid Company Holidays
• Parental Leave