Creative Director (Art)

Day One Agency; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 170,000 - 195,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative agency is seeking a Creative Director (Art) to lead a dynamic team in Los Angeles. This role emphasizes storytelling and audience connection across various mediums, fostering a collaborative environment where creativity thrives. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in art direction and a strong grasp of the social media landscape. Join a fast-growing team that values cultural resonance and innovative thinking, and take your career to new heights while working on exciting campaigns that make a real impact.

Benefits

Health Care (Medical, Dental, Vision)

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Summer Fridays

401K with Company Match

Lifestyle Spending Account

Paid Parental Leave

Commuter Benefits

Company Credit Card

Uber Business Account

Referral Bonuses

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in art direction/design.
• Experience leading creative projects from ideation to execution.
• Strong understanding of social media landscapes.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and mentor design & creative teams.
• Develop concepts that connect with culture.
• Shape and develop cohesive narratives.

Skills

Art Direction

Creative Leadership

Social Media Understanding

Generative AI Tools

Project Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

ChatGPT

MidJourney

Runway

DALL·E

Job description

Day One Agency—Fast Company’s #1 on the Most Innovative list—is hiring!

Department: Design / Art Direction

Location: Los Angeles

Description

We’re looking for a Creative Director (Art) to join our rising Creative team. The successful candidate is ambitious, curious, and creative. A storyteller at your core, you thrive on audience connection regardless of the medium. You take pride in your work, sweat the small stuff, ask for forgiveness not permission, and go the extra mile (or three) to ensure you are doing your best work.

We’re looking for self-starters with creative agency experience who are excited to collaborate within a rewarding learning environment. Day One prides itself on being a place to grow and further your career.

Our company culture is at the core of everything we do. It’s what makes every day, Day One. We offer a highly collaborative environment where passionate, smart people come together to solve creative challenges. We have produced campaigns like e.l.f. SKIN’s first global brand campaign based on cultural insights, and we emphasize the importance of heritage and cultural resonance in our work.

Our relationships power us. Our colleagues, clients, and partners are the most important part of our business. If you want to join a fast-growing, award-winning, creative team, we’d love to hear from you.

This position is full-time, requires a hybrid work schedule, and is only available in Los Angeles.

Responsibilities

• Inspire, motivate, and mentor internal design & creative teams to think differently and elevate their work
• Develop concepts designed to connect with culture
• Be a leader and champion of big ideas
• Execute creative and brand vision for clients and the Day One brand
• Shape and develop cohesive narratives, maximizing output quality
• Ideate and develop breakthrough concepts, setting an example for the team
• Bring a solution-oriented approach to challenges
• Communicate effectively across teams
• Review and refine briefs, project plans, and staffing
• Act as a true team player, willing to take on any creative task

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in art direction/design
• Experience leading creative projects from ideation to execution
• Experience working across disciplines
• Strong understanding of social media landscapes
• Leading complex assignments and collaborating with diverse teams
• Visually driven with the ability to oversee ideation and presentations
• Experience managing project deliverables and resources
• Entrepreneurial spirit and inspiring style
• Proficiency in generative AI tools like ChatGPT, MidJourney, Runway, DALL·E, or similar
• Ability to use AI for innovative advertising concepts, content creation, and campaigns
• Bachelor’s degree

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. The company does not sponsor work visas.

Compensation + Benefits

We offer comprehensive benefits including:

• Health Care (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• Paid Time Off and Holidays
• Summer Fridays
• 401K with Company Match
• Lifestyle Spending Account
• Paid Parental Leave
• Commuter Benefits
• Company Credit Card
• Uber Business Account
• Referral Bonuses

The salary range is $170,000 - $195,000, based on experience and qualifications. Final compensation will be determined accordingly.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Director
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job functions: Design, Art/Creative, IT
• Industry: Advertising Services