Sr Art Director, The Studio - US Based Remote

Lensa; San Francisco (CA); Remote; USD 145,000 - 185,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a visionary Senior Art Director to shape creative output and lead a team in producing innovative designs. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams, ensuring high-quality work across various platforms, and mentoring other creatives. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in design and a strong portfolio showcasing impactful projects. Join a culture that values empowerment and innovation.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in a creative leadership role.
• Expertise in design principles and visual storytelling.
• Strong portfolio showcasing impactful work.

Responsibilities

• Lead the ideation, design, and execution of diverse projects.
• Mentor and guide Art Directors and designers.
• Manage multiple projects ensuring quality and timelines.

Skills

Creative Leadership

Visual Storytelling

Mentoring

Innovation

Presentation Skills

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

After Effects

Blender

Figma

Job description

Sr Art Director, The Studio - US Based Remote

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About Us

THE STUDIO is the award-winning in-house design agency of Anywhere.re, where stunning aesthetics meet cutting-edge technology. We specialize in crafting elegant, innovative solutions that elevate our brands and transform how our clients and their audiences engage with our products and services. As a multidisciplinary team of designers, creatives, and strategists, THE STUDIO delivers bold ideas, beautiful designs, and future-forward innovations that define excellence.

We are seeking visionary Senior Art Directors to join our team and lead the charge in producing inspiring creative work that pushes boundaries and creates meaningful impact.

Role Overview

As a Senior Art Director, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the creative output of THE STUDIO. Collaborating closely with the Creative Director and cross-functional teams, you will lead the ideation, design, and execution of diverse projects that reflect the sophistication and innovation our brands are known for. You will inspire and mentor Art Directors and creatives, ensuring our work stays ahead of emerging trends while maintaining alignment with our strategic vision.

Key Responsibilities

1. Creative Leadership: Champion each brand’s core values and visual language by developing and overseeing the execution of high-quality, visually stunning work across digital, print, experiential, and emerging technology platforms. Drive innovative design solutions by integrating cutting-edge tools and technologies, delivering work that’s both functional and groundbreaking. Create, practice, and pitch creative presentations to clients, ensuring alignment and fostering strong, positive feedback.
2. Team Development: Mentor and guide Art Directors and designers, providing constructive feedback and fostering an environment of collaboration, inspiration, and creative excellence.
3. Strategic Vision: Partner with the Creative Director and stakeholders to understand business goals and translate them into powerful creative strategies that align with brand identity and objectives.
4. Project Oversight: Manage multiple projects from inception to completion, ensuring timelines, budgets, and quality standards are met.
5. Innovation and Trend Spotting: Stay at the forefront of design and technology trends, introducing fresh ideas and innovative approaches to THE STUDIO’s work.
6. Brand Stewardship: Uphold and evolve THE STUDIO’s visual identity, ensuring all creative outputs reflect the sophistication and innovation for which our brand is recognized.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in a creative leadership role, preferably within a design agency, in-house creative team, or tech-forward organization.
• Expertise in design principles, typography, color theory, and visual storytelling across digital and traditional mediums.
• Advanced skills in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Firefly) with familiarity in motion graphics, 3D tools, Ai Gen or prototyping software (e.g., After Effects, Blender, Figma, Mid Journey) considered a plus.
• A passion for integrating technology and design to create unforgettable experiences.
• Proven ability to inspire, mentor, and lead a creative team while maintaining a collaborative spirit.
• A portfolio showcasing a range of visually stunning and strategically impactful work across multiple mediums.
• Strong presentation and storytelling skills, with the ability to articulate and sell creative ideas to stakeholders effectively.

Anywhere Real Estate Inc. (http://www.anywhere.re/) (NYSE: HOUS) is moving real estate to what's next. Home to some of the most recognized brands in real estate, including Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate, Century 21, Coldwell Banker, Coldwell Banker Commercial, Corcoran, ERA, and Sotheby's International Realty, we fulfill our purpose to empower everyone's next move through our leading integrated services. We support nearly 1 million home sale transactions annually across more than 118 countries and territories.

At Anywhere, we are empowering everyone’s next move – your career included. We value our people-first culture, which thrives on empowerment, innovation, and cross-company collaboration as we keep moving the world forward, together. Read more about our company culture and values in our Impact Report.

We are proud of our award-winning culture and are recognized as an employer of choice by organizations such as Great Place to Work, Forbes, Newsweek, and Ethisphere.

Employment Details:

• Senior Level: Director
• Type: Full-time
• Function: Design, Art/Creative, IT
• Industries: IT Services and Consulting

Location: San Francisco, CA | Salary: $145,000 - $180,000 or $148,000 - $185,000