Art Director 

Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Art Director to lead our creative team in the development of innovative design solutions. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in book cover design and a passion for brand design, bringing creativity and strategic thinking to our projects. This role involves managing multiple projects while collaborating with stakeholders to ensure that the creative vision aligns with business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the creative team in the conceptualization and execution of design projects, particularly in book cover design.
• Develop and maintain brand guidelines to ensure consistency across all visual communication.
• Oversee the design implementation process, ensuring high-quality outputs that meet project deadlines.
• Conduct market research to stay updated on design trends and consumer preferences.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define project goals and creative direction, managing expectations throughout the design process.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring effective project management from inception to completion.
• Mentor junior designers and provide guidance on best practices in art direction and design.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Fine Arts, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in art direction, specifically in book cover design.
• Strong portfolio showcasing expertise in typography, brand design, and design implementation.
• Proven experience in stakeholder management and collaboration.
• Excellent project management skills with the ability to work under tight deadlines.
• Strong understanding of the creative process and ability to lead a team effectively.

In this position, you may have access to client or customer systems, confidential and/or proprietary information or data. This position is onsite and requires you to work closely with other individuals in a collaborative team environment.

Benefits

Creative Circle's Freelance Employee benefits package includes eligibility for Minimum Essential Coverage (MEC) medical plan, dental/vision/term life package, discount prescription program, critical illness, accident, tele-behavioral health, and 401(k) plan. Sick leave is provided to Candidates whose assignment work location is in a state or city subject to sick leave laws. A Minimum Value (MV) PPO medical plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, and paid holiday eligibility are based on length and dates of service.

Looking forward to receiving your resume through our website and going over the position with you. Clicking apply is the best way to apply, but you may also:

Email your resume in Word to:

donna.ruch@jobalert.creativecircle.com
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Donna Ruch - Senior Recruiter, National Delivery

For this position, you must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship for a non-immigrant visa.



This job was first posted by Creative Circle on 12/13/2024 and applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled or closed.

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