AI-Forward Art Director & Creative Lead

Jellyfish

New York (NY)

Hybrid

USD 130,000 - 170,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary annual bonus
401k retirement plan
Healthcare, vision & dental insurance

Job summary

Jellyfish is seeking an AI-Forward ACD - Art Director to lead concept-driven film and multi‑platform creative. You will work hands-on and guide a team to bring your vision to life, leveraging AI tools and traditional craft. This role is based in New York in a hybrid setup, with globalization through cross‑border collaboration.

You’ll lead creative directions, pitch concepts to clients, and push for award-winning outcomes using the latest AI-driven workflows.

Qualifications

  • 8+ years in ACD/Art Director roles at top advertising agencies.
  • Proven track record on award-winning campaigns and teams.
  • Strong interest in AI-enabled art direction and craft.
  • Portfolio demonstrating multi-platform storytelling for top brands.
  • Experience across film production from pre to post.

Responsibilities

  • Own the Creative Vision across your portfolio of projects.
  • Lead Art Direction and craft for AI-forward campaigns.
  • Deliver award-winning ideas aligned with briefs and client goals.
  • Create mockups/storyboards using GenAI and design tools.
  • Guide designers to realize concepts and visuals.
  • Present work to clients and adapt based on feedback.
  • Collaborate across teams in US, UK, and Mexico.
  • Develop film treatments, storyboards, and mood boards.

Skills

ACD/Art Director expertise
AI in art direction
Film production experience
Adobe Creative Suite
Figma
ChatGPT / AI tools
Portfolio development
Client collaboration
Global brand delivery

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite
Figma
Google Workspace
ChatGPT
Midjourney
Nano Banana

Job description

Jellyfish is seeking an AI-Forward ACD - Art Director to lead concept-driven film and multi‑platform creative. You will work hands-on and guide a team to bring your vision to life, leveraging AI tools and traditional craft. This role is based in New York in a hybrid setup, with globalization through cross‑border collaboration.

You’ll lead creative directions, pitch concepts to clients, and push for award-winning outcomes using the latest AI-driven workflows.

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