Art Director

Onward Search; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) Program

Commuter Benefit

eLearning and Ongoing Training

Education Reimbursement

Job summary

Onward Search is seeking an experienced Art Director for a temporary assignment in the creative industry. You will lead innovative visual campaigns, shape creative strategy, and mentor designers while delivering against business objectives.

You will collaborate with internal teams and clients, develop briefs, and oversee deliverables across media. A strong portfolio and 8+ years of art direction are required.

Qualifications

• Strong digital portfolio showcasing conceptual thinking and design for large clients.
• Eight or more years of art direction and design experience.
• Proficient in Adobe CC, MS Office, and Teams; familiarity with Adobe Workfront is beneficial.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Bachelor's degree in graphic design or related discipline, or equivalent work experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead and influence creative ideation sessions, inspiring new design perspectives.
• Develop and present compelling creative concepts to stakeholders for alignment.
• Oversee the design and execution of deliverables across various platforms and media.
• Mentor and guide creative team members to enhance conceptual skills and design quality.
• Collaborate proactively with internal teams and clients to foster trust and drive innovative solutions.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in graphic design

Tools

Adobe Creative Cloud

Microsoft Office

Teams

Adobe Workfront

Job description

An opportunity for an Art Director has become available through our client in the creative industry. This temporary position offers a chance to lead innovative visual projects, influence strategic creative visions, and drive award-winning campaigns for diverse clients. The role involves collaborating with internal teams, developing creative briefs, and mentoring design professionals while maintaining a sharp focus on conceptual storytelling and business objectives.

The application deadline for this role is 10/23/2026.

Art Director Responsibilities:

• Lead and influence creative ideation sessions, inspiring new design perspectives.
• Develop and present compelling creative concepts to stakeholders for alignment.
• Oversee the design and execution of deliverables across various platforms and media.
• Mentor and guide creative team members to enhance conceptual skills and design quality.
• Collaborate proactively with internal teams and clients to foster trust and drive innovative solutions.

Art Director Qualifications:

• Strong digital portfolio showcasing excellent conceptual thinking and design skills for large clients. Agency or InHouse.
• Eight or more years of related art direction and design experience.
• Proficient in Adobe Creative Cloud, Microsoft Office, and Teams; familiarity with Adobe Workfront is beneficial.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Bachelor's degree in graphic design or related discipline, or equivalent work experience.

Perks and Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
• Life Insurance.
• 401(k) Program.
• Commuter Benefit.
• eLearning and Ongoing Training.
• Education Reimbursement.

Eligibility requires working over 30 hours per week on an assignment lasting at least 10 weeks.