Senior Art Director

Wasserman; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Wasserman is seeking a talented Senior Art Director to join their fast-growing creative studio in London. In this role, you will lead creative initiatives, work collaboratively with diverse teams, and design immersive environments for major sports and entertainment brands. A strong background in experiential marketing and design is essential, along with excellent communication skills to manage client relationships and deliver impactful visuals.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of relevant experience in a creative or agency environment.
• Strong conceptual and executional design skills.
• A portfolio that demonstrates versatility across mediums.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support a range of creative initiatives from ideation to execution.
• Guide the visual identity of projects and collaborate with design teams.
• Manage relationships with clients, vendors, and partner agencies.

Skills

Conceptual design skills

Executional design skills

Communication skills

Collaboration skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Cultural awareness

Education

4+ years of relevant experience in a creative or agency environment

Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite

Familiarity with PowerPoint and Keynote

Job description

Wasserman operates at the epicenter of sports, music, entertainment and culture, serving talent, brands and properties on a global scale. Our brands and properties division works with iconic brands and rights holders, supporting business growth through all marketing disciplines. We're a trusted partner to every major league, team and venue, building meaningful connections between brands, properties and fans.

Headquartered in Los Angeles, Wasserman's presence spans 28 countries and more than 70+ cities, including New York, London, Abu Dhabi, Amsterdam, Hong Kong, Madrid, Mexico City, Toronto, Paris and Sydney. For more information, please visit www.teamwass.com .

Job Description

OVERVIEW
We’re a diverse, fast-growing creative studio known for crafting award-winning work across sports, lifestyle, and entertainment. We partner with bold brands and global icons to create experiences that resonate — and we’re looking for a talentedSenior Art Directorto help shape what’s next.
You’re a confident, strategic thinker who thrives in fast-paced environments. No task is too big or too small — you roll up your sleeves and dive in. You bring smart ideas to the table and know how to execute them visually, guiding teams and clients alike toward powerful, polished creative.
You also understand how to design for the real world — with a strong background in experiential marketing, spatial thinking, and live brand moments that leave lasting impression

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING:

As a Senior Art Director, you’ll lead and support a range of creative initiatives — from ideation to execution. Working closely with copywriters, designers, producers, and account leads, you’ll ensure every visual touchpoint is crafted with intention and excellence.

Develop concepts in partnership with copywriters and strategists

Guide the visual identity of projects, from mood boards to final assets

Lead and contribute to brainstorms, pitches, and client presentations

Collaborate with 2D and 3D design teams to bring creative visions to life across formats

Concept and design immersive, experiential environments that bring brands to life in physical space — from pop-ups to activations to large-scale events

Provide clear, thoughtful direction and feedback to internal teams

Maintain creative quality control across all phases of a project

Manage relationships with clients, vendors, and partner agencies

Stay plugged into trends in culture, design, sports, and tech — particularly within F1 and motorsports

Help foster a creative environment where ideas can grow and teammates thrive

WHAT YOU'LL NEED:

4+ years of relevant experience in a creative or agency environment

Strong conceptual and executional design skills

A portfolio that shows both taste and versatility across mediums

Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)

Familiarity with PowerPoint and Keynote — ability to design for presentation as well as production

Experience working in sports, music, entertainment, and live events is a big plus (especially F1 and motorsports)

Excellent communication and collaboration skills

Highly organized with sharp attention to detail

Ability to juggle multiple projects and deadlines with grace

Passionate about creating bold, culturally relevant work

Comfortable working across disciplines and with multidisciplinary teams

Wasserman does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits.

Welcome

Wasserman is proudly an equal opportunity employer. We are always searching for the most passionate and talented people from all backgrounds and experiences to join us.

20 years into our evolution, we continue to expand services and geographies across the exciting and extraordinary worlds of sports, music, entertainment and culture.

We are committed to making a meaningful difference and driving real change when it comes to diversity equity and inclusion — not only among our employees, but in how we serve clients and push the industry at large.

If this sounds like a place you’d like to work, let’s talk!

About Us

Wasserman is a global leader in sports, music, entertainment and culture. Founded in 2002, Wasserman represents many of the world’s most iconic sports and entertainment figures, musical artists, brands and properties, empowering them to shape culture and captivate audiences worldwide.