Conceptual Art Director

OLIVER Agency; Greater London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A creative agency in London seeks a Conceptual Art Director to join their vibrant team. The ideal candidate will work on developing innovative ideas for digital and social platforms, collaborating closely with creative leads. Required skills include proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and a strong portfolio in innovative design. The role demands creativity, detail orientation, and the use of AI tools to enhance visual content. This position offers an opportunity to work within a diverse and inclusive environment and contribute to impactful projects.

Qualifications

• Strong portfolio showcasing conceptual thinking and innovative design skills.
• Solid experience in digital and social media platforms.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate on brainstorming sessions for digital and social campaigns.
• Design and craft visual content in alignment with strategic objectives.
• Stay updated on design trends to enhance creative work.

Skills

Conceptual thinking

Innovative design skills

Strong communication skills

Digital and social media understanding

Detail-oriented

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

AI tools

Job description

Established in 2004, OLIVER is the world’s first and only specialist in designing, building, and running bespoke in-house agencies and marketing ecosystems for brands. We partner with over 300 clients in 40+ countries and counting. Our unique model drives creativity and efficiency, allowing us to deliver tailored solutions that resonate deeply with audiences.

As a part of The Brandtech Group, we’re at the forefront of leveraging cutting‑edge AI technology to revolutionise how we create and deliver work. Our AI solutions enhance efficiency, spark creativity, and drive insightful decision‑making, empowering our teams to produce innovative and impactful results.

Role: Conceptual Art Director

Location: London, England, United Kingdom

About the role

We are looking for a talented Art Director to join our vibrant team. This role suits someone with a creative spark who thrives on developing innovative ideas and executing them across digital and social platforms. You will work closely with creative leads to bring fresh, impactful concepts to life.

What you will be doing

• Collaborate on brainstorming sessions and contribute to the development of innovative concepts for digital and social campaigns.
• Design and craft visual content that aligns with strategic objectives and brand guidelines.
• Develop and execute creative ideas across multiple channels, including social media, video, and digital platforms.
• Work hand‑in‑hand with copywriters to create compelling visual narratives that resonate with target audiences.
• Contribute to creative presentations, providing clear visuals and rationale to support conceptual direction.
• Stay updated with current design trends and digital innovations, applying them to enhance creative work.
• Assist in building and maintaining strong client relationships through effective and timely communication.
• Manage projects, ensuring timely completion without compromising quality.

What you need to be great in this role

• A strong portfolio showcasing conceptual thinking and innovative design skills.
• Solid experience in digital and social media platforms, with an understanding of their specific creative requirements.
• Proficiency in design tools such as Adobe Creative Suite.
• Ability to utilize industry‑leading AI tools to elevate visual content creation and optimize workflow efficiency.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to clearly articulate creative ideas.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Detail‑oriented with a commitment to producing high‑quality work.
• A proactive approach with a desire to continually learn and develop new skills.
• A deep understanding of AI and how to use it to best creative and production advantage.

Our values

Be Imaginative to push the boundaries of what’s possible.

Be always learning and listening to understand.

Be actively pro‑inclusive and anti‑racist across our community, clients and creations.

Equal Opportunity

OLIVER, a part of the Brandtech Group, is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive working environment where all employees are encouraged to reach their full potential, and individual differences are valued and respected. All applicants shall be considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, neurodivergence, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by local laws.

OLIVER has set ambitious environmental goals around sustainability, with science‑based emissions reduction targets. We work towards our mission, embedding sustainability into every department and through every stage of the project lifecycle.