Manager, Brand Communications Design (Art Director)

HARMAN International; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a talented Manager of Brand Communication Design to lead creative efforts for a global brand. This dynamic role involves working closely with design and marketing teams to create compelling content across various platforms, ensuring high-quality execution and adherence to brand standards. With a focus on visual expression in both static and digital mediums, the successful candidate will manage multiple projects while fostering collaboration with creative vendors. If you are self-motivated and passionate about design, this is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact.

Benefits

Flexible work environment

Employee discounts on products

Training through HARMAN University

Wellness benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Recognition programs

Inclusive environment

Qualifications

• 7+ years of design experience with a strong visual aesthetic.
• At least 3 years at the Art Director level, leading and guiding designers.

Responsibilities

• Provide creative leadership on key projects, guiding cross-functional teams.
• Manage end-to-end creative process for initiatives within the JBL portfolio.

Skills

Design Experience

Visual Aesthetic

Multi-platform Experience

Strategic Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Design-focused Degree

Job description

Manager, Brand Communications Design (Art Director)

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Harman’s Global Design Team (Huemen) is seeking a Manager of Brand Communication Design (Art Director) to lead creative efforts for the Harman Global Brand Team. This role functions as a traditional Art Director within the Huemen Brand Communication Design team.

The Art Director will serve as a hands-on designer and brand steward for the global JBL brand, reporting directly to the brand communications design function. The role involves working closely with the global design and marketing teams to conceptualize, develop, and produce compelling creative content for brand initiatives, cross-platform campaigns, product launches, and internal communications. The role requires mastery in visual expression across static and digital mediums, including print, web, mobile, social media, retail, and events.

What You Will Do

• Provide creative leadership on key projects, guiding cross-functional teams and ensuring high-quality execution.
• Manage end-to-end creative process for initiatives within the JBL portfolio, from concept to delivery.
• Translate creative ideas into various formats including print, digital, motion, and experiential content.
• Maintain visual and creative standards across projects and develop brand guidelines.
• Collaborate with creative studios and manage resources, tools, and assets for projects.
• Develop and uphold visual tone, consistency, and quality across all communications.
• Manage multiple projects and workstreams with strong prioritization and time management.
• Lead relationships with creative vendors, ensuring seamless collaboration and on-brand execution.

What You Need To Be Successful

• 7+ years of design experience with a strong visual aesthetic.
• Multi-platform experience is essential.
• At least 3 years at the Art Director level, leading and guiding designers.
• Strong strategic, conceptual, and executional skills across multiple disciplines.
• Self-motivated, organized, and adaptable to changing timelines.
• Excellent collaborative, presentation, and communication skills.
• Industry awareness of current trends and advertising culture.
• Fluent in English; additional languages are a plus.

Bonus Points

• Experience in client service organizations.
• Background in consumer electronics industry.
• Design-focused degree is advantageous.

Additional Requirements

• Willing to work in Northridge, CA, 1-2 days per week.
• Successful completion of background check and drug screening.

What We Offer

• Flexible work environment with remote options.
• Employee discounts on Harman and Samsung products.
• Training through HARMAN University.
• Wellness benefits, tuition reimbursement, and recognition programs.
• Inclusive environment fostering growth and development.