Art Director Creative Services - TEMP

PUMA North America, Inc.; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 48,870 - 69,603; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Product discount

Job summary

PUMA North America, Inc. is seeking a creative leader in Boston. As a key member of the Creative Services team, you'll collaborate across departments to execute innovative marketing campaigns and oversee creative productions, including photoshoots.

The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design and at least 7 years of professional experience. A digitally focused mindset and expertise in Adobe Creative Suite are essential for success in this role, along with strong leadership skills.

Benefits include base pay of $43 per hour and a product discount.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years of relevant experience.
• Digitally focused with high proficiency in Adobe tools.
• Exceptional design skills and understanding of video storytelling.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with team on campaign concepts.
• Lead production and guide creative teams.
• Oversee development of creative guidelines.

Skills

Creative direction

Photoshop

InDesign

Project management

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design or relevant field

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Overview

SPEED & SPIRIT is what we look for in our candidates, defined by some simple values that inspire us to BE DRIVEN in our performance, BE VIBRANT in our sporting legacy, BE TOGETHER in our team spirit, and to let our individual talent and experience shine.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Associate Creative Director, planners, content creators, and business units in the conception of both high- and low-production campaigns.
• Work across all marketing channels to execute ideas that deliver on full-funnel creative directions developed by Creative Services, including assets for PR, social, paid media, e‑commerce, in‑store, and more.
• Be a leading voice in both Creative Services and cross‑departmental brainstorming sessions.
• Work with the Creative Services senior management to review and align with briefs for marketing campaigns and other communications initiatives.
• Lead creative productions by identifying and briefing external partners including photographers, illustrators, animators, production companies, and independent content creators.
• Plan and execute photoshoots and other productions, liaising with external creative partners.
• Guide external partners in the development of creative concepts and productions.
• Oversee the development of clear, in‑depth creative guidelines to aid in regional execution of global concepts.
• Provide feedback to production designers on e‑commerce designs and other final assets.
• Guide and oversee the post‑production asset selection and retouching process.
• Act as a leader within Creative Services, while leading and developing junior members of the team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design and/or a relevant field of study.
• Minimum of 7 years of relevant experience.
• Digitally focused, with versatile creative‑suite skills including high proficiency in Photoshop, InDesign, Bridge, and Acrobat on Mac.
• Demonstrated ability to create proof of concepts for still photography and moving imagery such as GIFs and video content.
• Top‑notch design skills and a working knowledge of digital design.
• Exceptional ability to see projects through all phases of implementation including concept ideation, design development, and pre‑ and post‑production.
• Thorough understanding of creative process, color theory, typography, interactive digital design, and video storytelling.
• Exceptional presentation skills and proven ability to effectively work with senior management to brainstorm, design, and strategize the fulfillment of marketing executions.
• Extensive experience directing and overseeing both studio and location photo shoots under aggressive, time‑sensitive conditions.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to function autonomously and in a cooperative, diverse group.
• Leadership capabilities, including ability to manage, motivate and mentor others.
• Experience in the footwear, athletic and/or apparel industry is a plus.

Benefits

Base pay: $43 per hour + product discount.