Art Director - Industrial Color Extended - Leave Coverage

Industrial Color; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Industrial Color in Midtown Manhattan is seeking a highly creative Brand Art Director to cover a leave of absence. You will translate brand heritage and objectives into compelling visual stories across 360 outputs, social campaigns, packaging concepts, and retail signage, blending art and commerce.

This hybrid role requires 5–7 years in design-driven roles, a Bachelor’s degree in Design/Marketing, a strong portfolio, and mastery of typography, composition, and layout, plus familiarity with Adobe

Qualifications

• 5–7 years in a design-driven role within a design firm, agency, or in-house marketing.
• Bachelor's degree in Design, Marketing, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Sophisticated design aesthetic demonstrated via a portfolio showing typography, composition, and layout.
• Strategic and innovative mindset translating ideas into visually compelling solutions.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills to articulate vision and inspire action.
• Highly organized and able to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Passion for skincare/beauty industry and knowledge of Adobe Suite and Sketch-Up.

Responsibilities

• Conceptualize and execute elevated creative assets for brand touch points.
• Collaborate with designers, copywriters, PMs and creative directors to develop concepts.
• Articulate design rationale and incorporate feedback in a collaborative setting.
• Demonstrate organizational skills and manage multiple campaigns with attention to detail.

Skills

Brand design

Typography

Layout

Presentation

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Design/Marketing or related field

Tools

Adobe Suite

Sketch-Up

Job description

We're searching for a highly creative and drivenBrand Art Directorto join our client's dynamic in-house Creative team in Midtown Manhattan to cover a leave of absence. As a key member of this collaborative and forward-thinking team, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the visual identity of a global luxury beauty brand. You'll be challenged to bridge the worlds of art and commerce, translating brand heritage and strategic objectives into compelling visual stories that resonate with our diverse clientele. Building 360 outputs, social-first campaign concepts, earned and owned campaign ideas, retail signage concepting, brand building content and packaging design concepts/execution. This role operates in a hybrid model with 3 days per week onsite at our client's offices.

Key Responsibilities

• Conceptualize and execute elevated creative assetsfor a wide range of brand touch points, including key visuals, seasonal campaigns, and immersive customer experiences, ensuring alignment with creative briefs, brand strategy, and our commitment to high-quality design.
• Collaborate seamlessly within a dynamic creative teamcomprising designers, copywriters, project managers, and creative directors to develop innovative concepts that meet marketing objectives and elevate the brand.
• Confidently articulate and present creative vision and design rationale, effectively incorporating feedback and navigating change within a collaborative environment.
• Demonstrate exceptional organizational and time management skills, adeptly managing multiple projects and campaigns simultaneously while maintaining a meticulous attention to detail.

• 5-7 years of experiencein a design-driven role within a reputable design firm, advertising agency, or in-house marketing department.
• A Bachelor's degree in Design, Marketing, or a related field, or equivalent experience demonstrating a strong foundation in design principles.
• A sophisticated design aestheticdemonstrated through a compelling portfolio that showcases a mastery of typography, composition, and layout, with bonus points for experience in illustration, animation, or retail design.
• A strategic and innovative mindset, capable of translating complex ideas into visually compelling solutions that drive engagement and elevate the brand.
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate creative vision, build consensus, and inspire action.
• Highly organized and self-motivated, thriving in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple projects and deadlines with grace.
• Passionand a genuine interest in the skincare and beauty industry.
• Knowledge of Adobe Suite, Sketch-Up required

The anticipated base salary range for this role is $110,000 - $120,000 annually.

As a leave replacement, this role is not benefits eligible.

Ranges are based on various factors, including the labor market, job type, internal equity, and budget. Exact offers are calibrated by work location, individual candidate experience, and skills relative to the defined job requirements. This role operates in a hybrid capacity, 3 days per week onsite at our client's offices in midtown Manhattan.