Sr. Art Director, Elevated Shopping (éShop)

Amazon; New York (NY); On-site; USD 155,400 - 210,300; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Parental leave

Job summary

Amazon is seeking a Sr. Art Director to join their Creative Operations team in New York City. This hybrid role requires a leader who can oversee brand partnerships content while driving innovation. You'll work closely with a global team to ensure high-quality deliverables, establish visual standards, and incorporate AI-driven workflows into content creation. Candidates should have 8+ years of design experience, proficiency in directing diverse creative teams, and a Bachelor's degree. A competitive salary package and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of design experience in an art direction role.
• Proven ability to art-direct diverse creative teams.
• Available online portfolio showcasing your work.

Responsibilities

• Own the art direction for key brand partnerships content.
• Establish and evolve style guides and quality benchmarks.
• Support integration of AI-driven workflows in content creation.

Skills

8+ years of design experience

Art directing motion designers

Experience with generative AI tools

Ability to recognize opportunities for generative AI

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Motion design software

Generative AI tools

Job description

Job ID: 10404631 | Amazon.com Services LLC - A57

We are looking for a Sr. Art Director to join our Creative Operations team in New York City. This role sits at the intersection of creative leadership, brand strategy, and emerging technology — overseeing brand partnerships content while driving consistency and innovation across our creative output.

You will be a key creative leader within a global studio network spanning New York, London, and Barcelona, partnering closely with producers, technologists, and cross‑functional stakeholders to deliver world‑class content at scale. This is a hybrid strategic and hands‑on role that requires equal comfort setting creative vision and rolling up your sleeves to execute.

Key Responsibilities

• Own the art direction for key brand partnerships content, ensuring all deliverables meet the highest standards of quality, brand alignment, and storytelling.
• Act as a creative authority and guardian of visual standards across campaigns and e‑commerce — establishing and evolving style guides, templates, and quality benchmarks.
• Support the integration of virtual production techniques and AI‑driven creative workflows into day‑to‑day content creation, collaborating with our Technical Director and AI & Hybrid Workflows Designer to push content boundaries.
• Balance long‑term creative strategy (roadmaps, capability development, trend forecasting) with tactical delivery (concepting, art direction, shoot oversight, post‑production review).
• Build and maintain strong relationships with brand partners, agencies, and external vendors — navigating ambiguity, aligning on creative vision, and managing expectations with professionalism and clarity.
• Partner with Executive Producers, Studio Managers, and Design Technologists to ensure seamless creative execution across studios and workstreams.

About the Team

éShop Creative Operations runs a global network of content studios producing photography, videography, and hybrid content for Amazon's fashion and lifestyle brands. Our studios in New York, London, and Barcelona are at the forefront of integrating AI, virtual production, and traditional craft to redefine how content is created at scale.

Basic Qualifications

• 8+ years of design experience.
• Available online portfolio.
• Experience art‑directing motion designers, illustrators, writers, and content creators.
• Experience partnering with technical partners for design implementation.
• Bachelor’s degree.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of scenic assets for virtual production.
• Knowledge of marketing fundamentals and ability to implement them to create dynamic advertising solutions.
• Experience using generative AI tools to enhance workflow efficiency, with a willingness to learn effective prompting and evaluation practices.
• Ability to recognize opportunities where generative AI could enhance products, workflows, or customer experiences.

Salary and Benefits

The base salary range for this position is $155,400.00 – $210,300.00 USD annually. Your Amazon package will include sign‑on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs); final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance, 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave.

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information.