Art Director

Candescent; Georgia (VT); Remote; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a visionary Art Director to lead creative direction for its marketing organization. In this pivotal role, you will be the brand steward, overseeing design and production across various channels. Your expertise will shape how the company is visually perceived, ensuring consistency and innovation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate business goals into compelling visual expressions. This role offers the opportunity to elevate a well-respected brand while working in a dynamic and inclusive environment that values creativity and strategic thinking.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in B2B/financial services/tech art direction.
• Expertise in designing for print, digital, motion, and social media.

Responsibilities

• Oversee brand identity and ensure consistency across all channels.
• Guide aesthetic decisions for marketing campaigns and digital experiences.

Skills

Graphic Design

Brand Management

Creative Leadership

Project Management

Attention to Detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

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Candescent is the largest non-core digital banking provider. We bring together the transformative technologies that power and connect account opening, digital banking and branch solutions for banks and credit unions of all sizes on any core. Our Candescent solutions power the top three U.S. mobile banking apps and are trusted by banks and credit unions of all sizes.

We offer an extensive portfolio of industry-leading products and services with an extensible ecosystem of out-of-the-box and integrated partner solutions. In addition, our API-first architecture and developer tools enable financial institutions to optimize and expand upon their existing capabilities by seamlessly integrating custom-built or third-party solutions. And our connected in-person, remote and digital experiences reinvent customer service across all channels.

Self-service configuration and marketing tools give financial institutions greater control of their branding, targeted messaging and overall user experience. And data-driven analytics and reporting tools provide valuable insights to help drive continued growth and profitability. From conversions and implementations to custom development and customer care, our clients get expert, end-to-end support at every step.

Job Description

Job Title: Art Director

Division/Function

Marketing

Reports To

VP Marketing Technology & Operations

Location:

Remote

Type

Full Time

Job Summary

We are looking for a visionary Art Director to lead the creative direction and execution for our innovative marketing organization. As the primary brand steward, you will oversee brand standards, asset development, and all in-house design and production needs across multiple channels—including print, web, motion, social media, and physical experiences. You will play a critical role in shaping how our company is perceived visually, ensuring consistency and innovation in all creative and design efforts.

The ideal candidate will be an organized, proactive professional, capable of managing their workload, coordinating with others and prioritizing tasks in a fast-paced start-up style / private equity environment.

Brand Stewardship

Key Outcomes and Deliverables:

• Define and maintain brand identity, ensuring consistency across all channels and touchpoints while elevating and evolving the Candescent brand experience.
• Develop and enforce brand guidelines to be used by internal teams and external team members, partners, and suppliers, providing training and governance.
  
  

Creative Direction & Design Execution

• Oversee the production of high-quality design materials across various channels (print, web, motion, social, events, physical spaces).
• Guide the aesthetic and creative decisions for marketing campaigns, corporate branding, and digital experiences.
  
  

Collateral Development & Visual Assets

• Design and manage the creation of marketing assets, including brochures, ads, videos, podcasts, website visuals, event environments, and more.
• Lead the development of high-impact presentations, infographics, and corporate reports.
  
  

Cross-Team Collaboration

• Work closely with marketing, product, and executive teams to translate business goals into compelling visual expressions and experiences.
• Provide creative leadership for designers, vendors, and external agencies.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications And Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Visual Arts, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in B2B/financial services/tech art direction, graphic design, or brand management.
• Proven experience in designing for multiple channels (print, digital, motion, social media, events, physical branding) that can be reviewed as part of a portfolio review.
• Expertise in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and other industry-standard tools.
• Strong leadership and collaboration skills to manage teams and coordinate cross-functional projects for on-time and on-budget delivery.
• Excellent eye for detail, composition, and typography.
  
  

Preferred Distinctions

• Knowledge of UI/UX best practices and digital design trends.
• Familiarity with motion graphics and video editing tools.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.
  
  

Working Style & Culture Fit

We are a performance-driven, values-anchored team that values curiosity, clarity, and creative thinking – all while working at pace with precision. Success here requires strategic and tactical agility, a test-and-learn mindset, and the ability to elevate a brand through both data and emotion.

Commitment to Equity & Inclusion

We’re committed to building an exceptional team that reflects the world we serve. We welcome candidates of all identities and backgrounds and value the power of diverse voices in shaping brand stories that resonate across markets and cultures.

Offers of employment are conditional upon passage of screening criteria applicable to the job.

EEO Statement

Integrated into our shared values is Candescent’s commitment to diversity and equal employment opportunity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, age, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, military service, genetic information, or any other characteristic or conduct protected by law. Candescent is committed to being a globally inclusive company where all people are treated fairly, recognized for their individuality, promoted based on performance, and encouraged to strive to reach their full potential. We believe in understanding and respecting differences among all people. Every individual at Candescent has an ongoing responsibility to respect and support a globally diverse environment.

Statement to Third Party Agencies

To ALL recruitment agencies: Candescent only accepts resumes from agencies on the preferred supplier list. Please do not forward resumes to our applicant tracking system, Candescent employees, or any Candescent facility. Candescent is not responsible for any fees or charges associated with unsolicited resumes.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology

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