Senior Art Director (m/f/d)

Westwing; München; Vor Ort; EUR 70.000 - 95.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Hybrid setup

30 days holiday

Employee discounts

Dog-friendly office

Wellbeing resources

Zusammenfassung

Westwing in Munich is seeking a Senior Art Director with bold ideas, sharp visual instinct, and fast, high‑quality execution to lead visual storytelling for brand and product campaigns. You will guide shoots from concept to delivery, collaborate with copywriters and design teams, and shape Westwing’s evolving creative direction in a flexible hybrid environment.

Lead photo and video shoots end to end, from moodboards to shot lists, and ensure a high visual standard across social channels.

Qualifikationen

• 5+ years of experience in brand, creative agency or production environment.
• Strong portfolio showing art direction and photography knowledge.
• Deep understanding of visual culture, trends and how ideas move through social platforms.
• Hands-on experience across photo and video formats.
• Ability to work quickly without compromising quality or creative integrity, while utilising AI and automation where applicable.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills; you think with the team and with production.
• Fluency in English.

Aufgaben

• Develop strong visual concepts for campaigns, product storytelling, social content and brand moments.
• Translate abstract ideas into clear creative direction from moodboards and storyboards to layout references and shot lists.
• Lead photo and video shoots end to end, including casting, set direction, music research and edit supervision.
• Ensure a high visual standard across all channels with a strong focus on relevance and impact in social media.
• Work closely with production, styling and content teams to bring ideas to life with consistency and excellence.
• Partner with copywriters, producers, stylists, editors and graphic designers to create cohesive and compelling creative work.
• Contribute to evolving Westwing’s visual identity and push it forward every day.

Kenntnisse

Art direction

Photography knowledge

Video formats

Social content

English

Collaboration

Tools

AI tools

Jobbeschreibung

JOIN OUR TEAM

We are looking for a Senior Art Director who brings bold ideas, sharp visual instinct, and fast, high‑quality execution. You have a love for interiors, a deep understanding of creative culture, and know how to make content matter, especially on social. In this role, you will lead visual storytelling for brand and product campaigns, guide shoots from concept to delivery, and help shape Westwing’s evolving creative direction. This position is permanent and based in Munich.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Develop strong visual concepts for campaigns, product storytelling, social content and brand moments
• Translate abstract ideas into clear creative direction from moodboards and storyboards to layout references and shot lists
• Lead photo and video shoots end to end, including casting, set direction, music research and edit supervision
• Ensure a high visual standard across all channels with a strong focus on relevance and impact in social media
• Work closely with production, styling and content teams to bring ideas to life with consistency and excellence
• Partner with copywriters, producers, stylists, editors and graphic designers to create cohesive and compelling creative work
• Contribute to evolving Westwing’s visual identity and push it forward every day

YOU COME WITH

• 5+ years of experience, ideally in a brand, creative agency or production environment, with a preference for backgrounds in premium, lifestyle or design‑led brands
• A strong portfolio showcasing conceptual thinking, art direction and photography knowledge
• A deep understanding of visual culture, creative trends and how ideas move through social platforms
• Hands‑on experience working across photo and video formats
• The ability to work quickly without compromising quality or creative integrity, while utilising AI and automation where applicable
• Strong communication and collaboration skills; you think with the team and with production
• Fluency in English

Please submit your portfolio with your application.

WHY WESTWING

At Westwing, we’re building the Superbrand in Design with a team that’s shaping the future of beautiful home & living.

Here is what you can look forward to:

• A high-performance culture built on trust, feedback and collaboration
• An inspiring, international environment that empowers you to think big, take ownership, and grow beyond your comfort zone
• A flexible hybrid setup with 3 office days per week - because strong connections and quick collaboration make great ideas happen
• Work‑from‑anywhere opportunities for up to 4 weeks per year - as fresh perspectives spark bold ideas
• 30 days of paid holiday to rest, recharge, and come back ready to create
• A beautiful, centrally located, dog‑friendly office with inspiring spaces, a sunny terrace, and good food - designed for moments that energise and connect
• Exclusive discounts - 40% off Westwing Collection, 20% off third‑party brands (each on non‑reduced items), 10% Family & Friends discount, plus special‑occasion vouchers
• Wellbeing support through mental health resources, sports memberships, and preventive care
• Sustainable mobility options with discounted public transport and JobRad - moving with purpose and care for the planet
• Support for working parents, including our on‑site Westwing Wichtel daycare and a partnership with multilingual provider Elly & Stoffl
• One annual Social Impact Day to give back to a cause you care about - because being human is our true superpower
• Team rituals that celebrate results and togetherness - from Movie Nights and Oktoberfest to Summer & Winter Parties

ABOUT US

Westwing, Europe’s #1 in Beautiful Living e‑commerce, is present in 20+ European countries and achieved a GMV (Gross Merchandise Volume) of EUR 507 million in 2025. As Europe’s premium one‑stop destination for Design Lovers, it offers a unique brand experience with a carefully curated assortment of the Westwing Collection and 3rd party design brands. The integrated platform combines Shop, Daily Specials, Stores, the B2B Service (Westwing Business) and the Westwing Design Service. Westwing’s team works together on its shared purpose to “Excite people to create homes that unlock the full beauty of life”. Founded in 2011, Westwing is headquartered in Munich and went public on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange in October 2018.

Our team is a diverse group of professionals aiming for high performance, working together at a fast pace in an inspiring, international and informal environment that enables you to grow your career while working with a brand and products our customers love. We’re made up of passionate people who are creative enough to disrupt the status quo, brave enough to fail and smart enough to win. So come, be part of the “wow, you work at Westwing?” crowd.

Diversity is deeply rooted in our culture. Our mission doesn’t stop to inspire only your design choices, it continues to embrace an inclusive lifestyle filled with respect to everyone’s uniqueness, cultural differences and equal opportunity.

Department

Marketing