Art Director . Target

Design Better Podcast; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Target Creative in Bengaluru seeks an Art Director – SEM to develop thoughtful, high-quality visual solutions across branding, packaging, and campaigns. You will apply typography, layout, and color theory with Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign, and present ideas clearly to partners.

The role emphasizes brand stewardship, end-to-end ownership, collaboration, and curiosity about AI tools to enhance ideation while preserving human-centered creativity.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years of design experience within branding or design agency environments.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating branding, packaging design, typography, and photo art direction.
• Proficiency in InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Microsoft PowerPoint mastery is essential.

Responsibilities

• Develop high-impact creative work aligned to core business priorities and brand standards.
• Own the creative process from brief interpretation through final production delivery.
• Collaborate with cross-functional partners to ensure alignment and quality outcomes.
• Present work confidently with clear design rationale and incorporate feedback.
• Apply print production knowledge to ensure technical excellence.

Skills

Branding

Typography

Layout design

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe InDesign

Microsoft PowerPoint

Motion graphics

After Effects

Education

Design degree

Tools

InDesign

Illustrator

Photoshop

PowerPoint

After Effects

Job description

Full-time Late Career (9+ years) Product Design

About this role

Job Title - Art Director – SEMAbout UsTarget is a Fortune 50 company and one of America’s leading retailers, known for its iconic brand, guest-first mindset, and commitment to delivering world-class experiences. At Target, diverse teams work together in an inclusive, collaborative environment to create meaningful impact for our guests and business. As part of a fully integrated global organization, Target Creative brings the brand to life through strategic, thoughtful, and high-quality creative across channels. Target Creative serves as Target’s in-house creative agency, partnering closely with business and marketing teams to develop compelling work that is cohesive, relevant, and on brand.About this OpportunityAs an Art Director, you will develop thoughtful, high-quality visual solutions across a range of creative needs. This role requires strong graphic design fundamentals, a sharp eye for typography and layout, and advanced proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign. You will also create polished presentations in Microsoft PowerPoint and communicate design ideas clearly and confidently to partners and stakeholders. Knowledge of motion graphics and Adobe After Effects isa plus. You will support Target’s brand expression by applying established style guides and design systems to create work that is visually consistent, strategically grounded, and relevant to business needs.Core responsibilities of this job are described within this job description. Job duties may change at any time due to business needs.Roles and ResponsibilitiesCore responsibilities are described below. Duties may change at any time based on business needs.

Creative Excellence & Brand Stewardship

• Develop high-impact creative work aligned to core business priorities.
• Ensure all deliverables uphold Target’s brand standards, design systems, and quality, while identifying opportunities to elevate and evolve them.
• Develop strategically grounded visual concepts through research, category understanding, and strong design craft.

End-to-End Creative Ownership

• Own the creative process from brief interpretation through final production delivery.
• Translate business objectives into compelling, on-brand design solutions with strong attention to detail, consistency, and guest relevance.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional partners to drive alignment and quality outcomes.
• Present work confidently, articulate design rationale clearly, and incorporate feedback effectively.
• Apply sound print production knowledge to ensure technical and visual excellence.

Innovation, Collaboration & Growth

• Leverage AI tools thoughtfully to enhance ideation, exploration, and efficiency while maintaining human-centred creativity and brand integrity.
• Participate actively in team workflows, translating strategic inputs into impactful creative outputs.
• Support onboarding and peer development, fostering a collaborative and inclusive team culture.
• Continuously invest in learning, experimentation, and industry awareness to strengthen craft and creative leadership.

Personal Attributes

• Highly motivated, self-driven, and capable of working independently while collaborating effectively within a team environment.
• Strong brand sensibility with excellence in typography, colour, composition, and visual storytelling.
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to maintaining and elevating design standards.
• Strategic thinker who can operate confidently in ambiguity and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Passionate about design, innovation, and cultural trends, with a global perspective and inclusive mindset.
• Effective communicator with strong presentation and organisational skills.
• Open to feedback, adaptable to change, and energised by working in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Experience & Educational Profile

• Minimum 5+ years of design experience within a branding or design agency environment.
• Design degree or equivalent professional qualification.
• Strong creative portfolio demonstrating expertise in branding, packaging design, typography, and photo art direction.
• Proficiency in key creative software programs, including InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft PowerPoint is also key.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

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