Brands Art Director

H.T. Prof Executive Search; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

H.T. Prof Executive Search is seeking an Art Director to establish and oversee the creative vision for six fashion brands, guiding campaigns, digital content, and photoshoots from ideation to final delivery.

This hands-on leadership role requires a visually driven, concept-oriented professional who can adapt to distinct brand identities and inspire a team to execute that vision. You will lead art direction, plan shoots, collaborate with design teams, manage workflow and budgets, and push

Qualifications

• Proven expertise in campaign development and visual storytelling.
• Experience directing photoshoots and coordinating external creatives.
• Strong collaboration with design, product, and marketing teams.
• Ability to manage multiple brands and maintain each identity.
• Excellent eye for composition, typography, and imagery.

Responsibilities

• Lead art direction and develop concepts for brand campaigns.
• Plan and oversee photoshoots from concept to delivery.
• Collaborate with brand design teams to align imagery with identity.
• Oversee daily creative workflow and mentor team members.
• Coordinate with photographers, stylists, and freelancers.
• Develop creative briefs and manage timelines and budgets.
• Direct visual content across email, websites, social, and paid media.
• Evolve each brand's visual language while preserving identity.
• Contribute new creative references to the wider organization.
• Leverage AI tools to enhance concept development and workflows.

Skills

Creative direction

Leadership

Brand storytelling

Project management

Communication

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Figma

AI-powered tools

Job description

We are seeking an Art Director to establish and oversee the creative vision for a portfolio of six fashion brands, guiding projects from initial ideation through final delivery across marketing campaigns, digital content, and photoshoots.

This is a hands-on creative leadership position for a visually driven, concept-oriented professional who can adapt to the distinct identities of multiple brands, bring a clear creative perspective, and inspire a team to execute that vision.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the development of art direction and creative concepts for brand campaigns, product launches, and ongoing content initiatives across all six brands.

Plan and oversee photoshoots from start to finish, including concept development, mood boards, shot planning, talent casting, styling, and direction on set.

Collaborate closely with each brand’s design team to ensure campaign imagery and content reflect the collections and maintain alignment with the brand’s identity.

Oversee the creative team’s day-to-day workflow, establish priorities, provide constructive direction, and ensure all deliverables meet quality and consistency standards.

Coordinate with photographers, stylists, producers, and freelance creatives to translate concepts into compelling visual assets.

Develop comprehensive creative briefs, manage project timelines, and ensure work is delivered within established budgets.

Direct visual content and storytelling across email marketing, websites, social media, ecommerce platforms, and paid advertising channels.

Evolve and refine each brand’s visual language while preserving the individual character and positioning of every brand.

Contribute new creative concepts, references, and inspiration to support the wider marketing and creative organization.

Leverage AI-powered applications and emerging creative technologies to enhance concept development, improve workflows, and accelerate content production.

Qualifications & Experience

5–7 minimum years of professional experience in art direction or design, preferably within fashion, lifestyle, beauty, or retail.

A compelling portfolio demonstrating expertise in campaign development, photography, and visual storytelling.

Proven experience directing photoshoots and collaborating with photographers and other external creative professionals.

Background in leading, managing, or mentoring members of a creative team.

Ability to work effectively with product and design teams to develop cohesive, brand-aligned creative.

Exceptional visual sensibility and a strong understanding of composition, styling, typography, and imagery.

Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and Figma.

Practical experience using AI-driven creative tools in the creative process.

Ability to balance high-level creative strategy and vision with hands-on execution and attention to detail.