Hybrid Associate Art Director - Lead Design & Brand Vision

Marketwake; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Marketwake in Atlanta is seeking an Associate Art Director to lead the creative direction of high-profile digital branding projects. You will mentor designers and collaborate with strategists and developers to deliver innovative experiences.

You will guide brand identities across web, print, and social media, ensuring top-tier design quality. This hybrid role is based in Atlanta, GA with flexible schedules.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional design experience, preferably in an agency or fast-paced environment.
• Proficient in Figma and Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign).
• Ability to lead and execute high-level design projects across web, print, and social platforms.
• Strong UX/UI understanding with experience guiding web/digital design projects.

Responsibilities

• Creative Leadership: Lead and oversee the design process across multiple projects, from brainstorming to final execution.
• High-Impact Design: Craft compelling visual designs across digital and print platforms aligned with client goals.
• Client Collaboration: Clearly communicate design concepts and incorporate feedback from clients.
• Mentorship: Guide junior and mid-level designers to grow their skills and output quality.
• Brand Stewardship: Maintain and elevate brand consistency across web, branding, and social media.
• Project Management: Manage multiple projects with deadlines and quality assurance.
• Industry Expertise: Stay current with design trends, tools, and technologies.
• UX/UI Experience: Drive user-centered design for websites and applications with developers.
• Problem Solving: Anticipate challenges and craft strategic design solutions.

Skills

Creative Leadership

UX/UI Principles

Communication

Mentoring

Portfolio

Independent/Collaborative

Tools

Figma

Adobe Creative Suite

Web/Digital Design

Job description

Marketwake in Atlanta is seeking an Associate Art Director to lead the creative direction of high-profile digital branding projects. You will mentor designers and collaborate with strategists and developers to deliver innovative experiences.

You will guide brand identities across web, print, and social media, ensuring top-tier design quality. This hybrid role is based in Atlanta, GA with flexible schedules.