Creative Agency Senior Art Director

Accenture; Beaverton (OR); On-site; USD 65,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a talented Art Director to join their dynamic Creative team. In this role, you'll conceptualize and design compelling visual solutions that enhance customer experiences across various platforms. Your expertise in visual design and proficiency with tools like Photoshop and Figma will be crucial as you collaborate with a diverse team of strategists and developers. This position offers the opportunity to lead creative projects, mentor junior designers, and contribute to a vibrant brand ecosystem. If you're passionate about design and eager to make a significant impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in an agency environment with a strong portfolio.
• Proficient in design tools like Photoshop, Illustrator, and Figma.
• Experience in cross-channel content creation and client presentations.

Responsibilities

• Own visual concepts and solutions addressing creative challenges.
• Oversee creation of visual designs and systems, ensuring usability.
• Collaborate with teams to deliver on-brand solutions and guidelines.

Skills

Visual Design

Photoshop

Illustrator

Sketch

Adobe XD

Figma

Cross-channel content creation

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Design or related field

Tools

Photoshop

Illustrator

Sketch

Adobe XD

Figma

PowerPoint

Job description

We are:

Accenture Song accelerates growth and value for our clients through sustained customer relevance. Our capabilities span ideation to execution: growth, product and experience design; technology and experience platforms; creative, media and marketing strategy; and campaign, content and channel orchestration. With strong client relationships and deep industry expertise, we help our clients operate at the speed of life through the unlimited potential of imagination, technology and intelligence. Visit us at: www.accenture.com/song

You are:

We are seeking an innovative, forward-thinking, and highly skilled Art Director to join our Accenture Song Creative team. The ideal candidate is proactive, self-motivated, and inspirational, with solid visual design capabilities and a comprehensive understanding of how brands can express themselves across a brand ecosystem anchored on driving customer experience. At Accenture, you will conceptualize and design solutions as part of an interdisciplinary team including strategists, developers/technologists, user experience designers, content strategists, writers, and studio production specialists.

The work:

1. Work under the direction of Creative Directors. Own visual concepts and solutions that address a range of creative challenges while maintaining or developing optimal design workflows.
2. Oversee and actively participate in the creation of visual designs and systems, including typography, logos, icons, and more, applying design principles such as color, typography, photographic selection, organization of elements, and usability.
3. Conceptualize and design to deliver solutions that are briefed, on-brand, and leverage brand style guides, strategic principles, and templates.
4. Author new brand styles and guidelines.
5. Coordinate, assign, and direct designers, production staff, and vendors to fulfill the creative vision.
6. Prepare flawless deliverables for handoff to developers, producers, and clients.
7. Present and defend solutions to other creatives, UX teams, developers, account leaders, and clients.
8. Collaborate across disciplines with UX, copywriters, designers, project managers, strategists, and developers; lead brand style workshops.
9. Communicate effectively and professionally with clients and internal teams.
10. Lead, mentor, assign tasks, and contribute to the growth of junior designers and art directors.

Here’s what you’ll need:

• At least 6 years of experience in an agency environment.
• A portfolio demonstrating at least 4 years of compelling visual solutions, design, and interactive experiences, with a diverse range of projects and current aesthetic sensibilities.
• At least 4 years of experience using Photoshop and Illustrator.
• At least 3 years of experience with Sketch, Adobe XD, and/or Figma, with strong communication skills.
• At least 3 years of experience in cross-channel content creation (social, email, digital).

Bonus points if:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience in design, digital media, or related field.
• Skills in motion graphics or illustration.
• Strong understanding of brand design system principles.
• Proficiency in PowerPoint and client deck creation.
• Experience in e-commerce design.
• Excellent presentation skills and client-facing experience.
• Participation in new business initiatives.
• Experience in packaging design and emerging digital platforms.
• Photo/video shoot direction experience.