Senior Art Director: Lead Visual Strategy & Brand Systems

M+C Saatchi UK; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

12 weeks full parental leave

HSA medical plan

401(k) match

23 days PTO

Job summary

M+C Saatchi UK is hiring a Senior Art Director in Washington, DC to spearhead the creative vision for federal missions. This hybrid role focuses on developing and executing impactful visual identities, ensuring consistency across digital and print materials.

Ideal candidates should have strong leadership capabilities, expertise in Adobe Creative Cloud, and a solid understanding of design principles. The position offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Strong ability to define visual strategy and lead creative processes.
• Exceptional communication skills for stakeholder engagement.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and ensure high-quality execution.
• Deep understanding of design principles including color theory and typography.

Responsibilities

• Lead the visual identity and brand direction across diverse channels.
• Oversee design planning, storyboarding, and visual storytelling.
• Collaborate with teams to unify creative approaches and maintain brand consistency.
• Analyze creative performance metrics for continuous improvement.

Skills

Creative leadership

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Expert proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud

Understanding of visual hierarchy

Tools

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe InDesign

Adobe After Effects

Job description

M+C Saatchi UK is hiring a Senior Art Director in Washington, DC to spearhead the creative vision for federal missions. This hybrid role focuses on developing and executing impactful visual identities, ensuring consistency across digital and print materials.

Ideal candidates should have strong leadership capabilities, expertise in Adobe Creative Cloud, and a solid understanding of design principles. The position offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.