Art-Forward Creative Director: Visual Storytelling Leader

M+C Saatchi Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 220,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k with match

Paid time off

Job summary

M+C Saatchi Group in New York seeks a Creative Director (Art Focus) to lead visual identity and design excellence across client work. You’ll shape campaigns with hands-on craft and strategic insight, mentoring junior creatives while guiding teams to standout work.

Bring 10+ years of agency art direction, 3+ years in leadership, a strong portfolio, and mastery of Adobe Creative Suite. You’ll collaborate with writers, strategists, producers, and clients to deliver iconic brands.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of agency experience in art direction and design.
• 3+ years in Creative Director or senior leadership roles.
• Strong portfolio with award-winning design and campaigns.
• Hands-on mastery of Adobe Creative Suite; motion/UX familiarity is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Define and elevate the agency’s design standards across channels.
• Lead concept development, mood boards, style frames, and final design delivery.
• Mentor art directors, designers, and junior talent; foster a design-driven culture.
• Collaborate with writers, strategists, producers, and clients to deepen visual storytelling.

Skills

Art direction

Brand storytelling

Adobe CS

Team leadership

Presentation skills

Tools

Adobe CS

Job description

M+C Saatchi Group in New York seeks a Creative Director (Art Focus) to lead visual identity and design excellence across client work. You’ll shape campaigns with hands-on craft and strategic insight, mentoring junior creatives while guiding teams to standout work.

Bring 10+ years of agency art direction, 3+ years in leadership, a strong portfolio, and mastery of Adobe Creative Suite. You’ll collaborate with writers, strategists, producers, and clients to deliver iconic brands.