Job Description

Our client, an in house agency within a financial company, is looking for a Senior Art Director to transform ideas into compelling visuals aligned with client needs and brand guidelines and support strategic development of marketing initiatives. Your role involves mentoring creatives, overseeing projects from brief to completion, and confidently articulating ideas to clients. You’ll collaborate with a global team to design and produce diverse materials, all while fostering a culture of learning and innovation.

• Hourly: $50-55hr based on experience
• Salary: $120k
• Location: NYC, Onsite 2x weekly

Responsibilities:

• Develop beautiful and innovative high-quality conceptual designs for both digital and print applications and event collateral for internal campaigns and brands.
• Leads the full lifecycle of design projects from conceptualization to execution. Ensuring that they are delivered on time and within budget.
• Creating and overseeing the preparation of all finished files that will comply with the correct output specifications.
• Expertly present creative work to both internal business partners and clients. Ability to adapt designs to incorporate feedback to meet client needs.
• Provide artistic direction and project oversight for all design team members and creative studio colleagues, providing guidance and mentorship to foster their creative growth.
• Collaborate with project management and other creative colleagues to understand project goals and client needs; help support in the development of realistic scopes and schedules
• In partnership with studio leadership, identifies and spearheads the development and implementation of studio processes to encourage efficiency and collaboration.
• Play a critical role in supporting deeper integration cross-functionally between visual development and digital work.
• Drive strategic initiatives for AI adoption within the design studio, leading training programs and fostering a culture of innovation to leverage AI for improved project outcomes, enhanced brand consistency, and effective communication of complex financial concepts.

Requirements:

• 5 years of experience as an Art Director at a design firm, agency or an in-house team with at least 3 years as a team lead or involved with people management
• 5+ years of work experience that demonstrates impeccable craft and command in the development of creative concepts, art direction and design across a variety of projects.
• Excellent Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, etc.) skills.
• Leverage expertise in Figma for seamless UX/UI design integration. A working knowledge of Adobe Experience Manager (AEM) and proficiency in motion graphics storyboarding and video are advantageous.
• Understanding of design principles and some experience with UX, UI and Responsive Design trends as well as social best practices
• The ability to take projects from concept to completion, with a history of translating strategic thinking into compelling creative ideas.
• Ability to listen to, and work closely with, all workstreams involved in the project, which may include strategists, project managers, creatives, developers, testers, external suppliers, clients, and various other supporting departments or functions, providing decisive creative leadership and collaborative problem-solving.
• Skills to creatively lead (and sometimes push) clients and the agency to achieve solutions that positively impact the client’s business, and of which both client and the agency are proud.
• You must have exposure working in a client-facing capacity, from handling client queries to supporting colleagues in taking full and conclusive briefs.
• Persuasive communication and presentation skills with colleagues and clients.

If you meet the required qualifications and are interested in this role, please apply today.

The Solomon Page Distinction

Solomon Page offers a comprehensive benefit program for hourly employees. We pride ourselves on offering medical, dental, 401(k), direct deposit and commuter benefits to our employees, including freelancers - which sets us apart in the industries we serve.

About Solomon Page

Founded in 1990, Solomon Page is a specialty niche provider of staffing and executive search solutions across a wide array of functions and industries. The success of Solomon Page reflects an organic growth strategy supported by a highly entrepreneurial culture. Acting as a strategic partner to our clients and candidates, we focus on providing customized solutions and building long-term relationships based on trust, respect, and the consistent delivery of excellent results. For more information and additional opportunities, visit: solomonpage.com and connect with us on Facebook , and LinkedIn .

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