Digital Art Director

Publicisgroupe; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a talented Digital Art Director to elevate creative across various retail fashion brands. This role is pivotal in crafting innovative digital campaigns that resonate with audiences and align with client objectives. Collaborating closely with a diverse team of designers, copywriters, and animators, you'll ensure that every project not only meets expectations but also sets new standards for creativity and effectiveness. Join a dynamic environment where your strategic thinking and design expertise will play a crucial role in delivering impactful content that leaves a lasting impression.

Qualifications

• 2-3+ years of experience in a creative agency.
• Strong portfolio showcasing creative projects and conceptual thinking.

Responsibilities

• Develop creative concepts for digital campaigns across social media and web.
• Oversee production of animated content and ensure high-quality output.

Skills

Creative Concept Development

Visual Design Standards

Project Management

Client Presentation

Social Media Content Creation

Education

Degree in Graphic Design

Diploma in Fine Arts

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Figma

Job description

Company description

The Pub is a full-service production offering with 450+ subject matter experts spanning Digital, Video and Print production. We work with some of the biggest brands in Canada & the US on projects ranging from anthem TV spots to social content to (literally) billions of emails and digital assets shot, designed, developed and deployed by our team. No matter the channel, we seek to create experiences and content that leaves a long-lasting impact. And to do it saving you time and money, while still getting you to the best quality product.

Overview

We’re looking for a Digital Art Director to join our team and help elevate creative across multiple retail fashion brand banners. This role is about bringing smart, conceptual thinking, best practice knowledge and strong visual standards to everyday creative work. Making sure our work consistently feel fresh, sharp, and on-brand.

You’ll collaborate closely with designers, copywriters, animators, design leads, and account teams, helping guide and improve the creative work. You’ll also play an important role in presenting work to clients and helping ensure that what we deliver not only meets expectations but raises the bar.

This role will report into an Associate Creative Director.

Responsibilities

• Develop creative concepts for digital campaigns across social media, digital and web
• Works on multiple projects simultaneously and delivers on client expectations and meets objectives consistently
• Oversee the production of animated content, including storyboarding, directing, and collaborating with animators to ensure high-quality output.
• Ability to work quickly while maintaining a high level of work.
• Develop engaging social media content that aligns with clients' brand identities and marketing objectives.
• Work closely with copywriters, designers, and account managers to ensure cohesive and effective campaign execution.
• Stay current with industry trends, social and digital best practices, and emerging technologies to continually bring fresh ideas and innovative solutions to the table.
• Present creative concepts and campaigns to clients, effectively communicating the strategic rationale behind your work.

Qualifications

• Degree, diploma, or similar in Graphic Design, Fine Arts, or related field.
• 2-3+ years minimum’ experience in a creative agency.
• Strong portfolio showcasing creative projects, and conceptual thinking across various platforms.
• Proficiency in design software and tools (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite, Figma).
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to think strategically and solve complex design and marketing challenges.

Additional information

Publicis Canada is committed to building a diverse workforce representative of our community. We encourage and are pleased to consider all qualified candidates, without regard to race, colour, citizenship, religion, sex, marital / family status, sexual orientation, gender identity, aboriginal status, age, disability or persons who may require an accommodation, to apply. If you require a specific accommodation please contact Human Resourcesat 416-925-7733 or by email [e-mail]