Senior Art Direction Lead

Emerson College; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 104,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Emerson College seeks a Manager of Art Direction to lead and execute integrated visual communications across our brand and campaigns. You will shape the visual identity, guide designers and partners, and ensure consistency across print, digital, and video productions.

This role partners with the Creative Director on enrollment campaigns and major brand initiatives. You will direct photo and video productions, contribute to digital experiences, and mentor student employees and freelancers to

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in graphic design, art direction, visual communications, or related field, or equivalent professional experience required.
• Minimum of seven years of professional experience in graphic design, art direction, brand development, or integrated creative work required.
• Demonstrated experience serving in an art direction or senior creative role with responsibility for leading creative projects and guiding the work of other designers and creative partners required.

Responsibilities

• Lead day‑to‑day creative development and execution from concept through production.
• Art direct photography and video productions, including on‑set direction in collaboration with photographers and producers.
• Collaborate to develop cohesive creative solutions across print, digital, and web platforms.

Skills

Adobe Creative Suite

Canva

Capcut

Education

Bachelor’s degree in graphic design or related field

Tools

Photography direction

Video direction

Job description

Emerson College seeks a Manager of Art Direction to lead and execute integrated visual communications across our brand and campaigns. You will shape the visual identity, guide designers and partners, and ensure consistency across print, digital, and video productions.

This role partners with the Creative Director on enrollment campaigns and major brand initiatives. You will direct photo and video productions, contribute to digital experiences, and mentor student employees and freelancers to