Associate Art Director, Social Creative

David Yurman Enterprises, LLC; New York (NY); Hybride; USD 85 000 - 100 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Healthcare benefits

401(k) plan

Bonus

Employee discounts

Summer Fridays

Generous paid time off

Résumé du poste

David Yurman Enterprises, LLC seeks an Associate Art Director, Social Creative, to shape and elevate the brand’s social presence. You will concept, art direct, and execute premium visual content across Instagram, TikTok, and other platforms, ensuring luxury aesthetics and cohesive storytelling.

Collaborate with photographers, stylists, and production teams to deliver high-quality campaigns. The role blends strategic concepting with hands-on design, guiding junior designers and external partners,

Qualifications

• 4+ years of professional experience in art direction or digital creative within luxury or premium lifestyle brands.
• Strong portfolio showing concepting, storytelling, and social-first design.

Responsabilités

• Lead creative concept development for organic and paid social campaigns across platforms.
• Direct art direction for photography and video productions, including shoots and postproduction.
• Develop cohesive visual storytelling across campaigns and social initiatives for multiple collections.
• Create presentations (decks, moodboards, storyboards) communicating vision to stakeholders.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver integrated creative solutions.

Connaissances

Art direction

Graphic design

Typography

Layout

Storytelling

Brand identity

Creative concepting

Outils

Adobe Creative Cloud

Photoshop

Illustrator

InDesign

After Effects

Premiere Pro

Figma

Description du poste

About UsDavid Yurman is a celebrated American jewelry company founded in New York by David Yurman, a sculptor, and his wife, Sybil, a painter and ceramicist. When the artists began collaborating, their goal was simply to make beautiful objects to wear. Led today by their son Evan, David Yurman creates timeless, yet contemporary collections for women and men defined by inspiration, innovation, consummate craftsmanship and cable – the brand’s artistic signature. David Yurman collections are available at retail stores throughout the United States, Canada, Hong Kong and France and at locations worldwide, through their exclusive authorized fine jewelry and timepiece network of retailers.Our ValuesAt David Yurman, creativity, innovation and impeccable craftsmanship are at the core of everything we do. Fueled by the energy of our hometown, New York City, artistic passion informs each and every jewelry design. The Yurman family’s guiding vision continually defines and redefines what it means to be the preeminent American luxury jewelry brand. We are committed to responsible business and social practices and to the protection and advancement of human rights. We believe in partnering with others who share these values and understand their importance.Job DescriptionAssociate Art Director, Social CreativePosition OverviewThe Associate Art Director, Social Creative plays a key role in shaping and elevating David Yurman’s creative presence across social media, digital platforms, and integrated marketing initiatives. Combining strong conceptual thinking with exceptional design sensibility, this individual will develop innovative, visually compelling content that reflects the brand’s luxury positioning while engaging contemporary audiences.This role requires a balance of creative vision and hands-on execution, with responsibility for concept development, art direction, visual storytelling, and design across organic and paid social channels. Working collaboratively with internal teams and external creative partners, the Associate Art Director will help establish a distinctive, cohesive, and evolving visual language that strengthens brand identity and supports business objectives.Key ResponsibilitiesLead creative concept development for organic and paid social campaigns across Instagram, TikTok, Meta, Pinterest, and emerging platforms, translating seasonal priorities and brand initiatives into compelling, social-first creative.Art direct and execute digital content across still imagery, motion, video, Reels, Stories, and platform-native formats, ensuring a sophisticated and consistent visual standard.Develop original creative concepts and content opportunities that push the brand forward, balancing cultural relevance, platform innovation, and David Yurman’s established luxury aesthetic.Drive art direction for photography and video productions, including still life, product, lifestyle, and talent-focused shoots, collaborating with photographers, directors, stylists, producers, and external creative partners.Establish cohesive visual storytelling across campaigns and social initiatives, maintaining consistency in composition, typography, color, imagery, and overall creative direction while developing distinct approaches for individual collections and franchises.Create compelling creative presentations, including concept decks, moodboards, storyboards, and visual references that clearly communicate creative vision to internal stakeholders and senior leadership.Partner closely with cross-functional teams, including Social, Marketing, Digital, eCommerce, Copy, and Production, to develop integrated creative solutions aligned with brand objectives, business priorities, and timelines.Translate creative strategy into thoughtful, high-quality design executions, maintaining a hands-on approach throughout concepting, design development, production, and final delivery.Collaborate on creative performance and optimization, leveraging platform insights, audience engagement, and campaign learnings to inform future concepts and continuously improve creative effectiveness.Provide creative guidance to junior designers and external partners, offering clear, constructive feedback while maintaining a high standard of craft and execution.Manage multiple creative projects simultaneously, demonstrating strong organizational skills, attention to detail, proactive communication, and accountability in a fast-paced environment.Stay informed on emerging creative trends, including photography, fashion, luxury, design, social platforms, and new technologies, identifying opportunities to evolve the brand’s visual expression.Qualifications4+ years of professional experience in art direction, graphic design, or digital creative, preferably within luxury, fashion, jewelry, beauty, or premium lifestyle brands.Strong portfolio demonstrating exceptional design sensibility, conceptual thinking, art direction, and sophisticated digital and social creative executions.Deep understanding of social media platforms, content formats, creative best practices, and the nuances of organic and paid social.Proven ability to develop original creative concepts and translate them into compelling visual narratives across photography, video, motion, and design.Experience art directing photography and video productions, with a strong understanding of lighting, composition, styling, image selection, and postproduction.Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud, particularly Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign. Experience with After Effects, Premiere Pro, and Figma strongly preferred.Expert understanding of typography, color, composition, layout, visual hierarchy, and design principles, with exceptional attention to detail.Strong presentation and communication skills, with the ability to articulate creative concepts, present ideas, and incorporate feedback effectively.Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, work independently, and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.Highly organized, proactive, adaptable, and solutions-oriented, with a strong sense of creative ownership and accountability.Familiarity with emerging creative technologies, including AI-assisted design, image generation, and content development, is a plus.Experience with Frame.io, Monday.com, or similar creative workflow and project management tools is a plus.Location: New York, NY (TriBeCa)Working Mode: HybridEstimate Salary Range: $85,000–$100,000Base pay is one component of David Yurman’s total compensation package, which may also include the following for eligible employees: access to healthcare benefits, 401(k) plan, bonus, employee discounts, Summer Fridays (corporate roles), generous paid time off, sick time, and more.Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at David YurmanAs a company founded by artists, David Yurman champions self-expression in everything we do. We are committed to fostering a culture of openness and creative collaboration within our entire community, and we cherish the diversity of our employees’ backgrounds and perspectives. We will always advocate for equity and inclusion for all.David Yurman is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and provides equal opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to an individual’s age, race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender).