Art Director at The James Agency in Scottsdale, AZ

Apply Job Type Full-time Description Overview: As an Art Director at our agency, you will play a crucial role in conceptualizing, developing, and executing creative solutions that meet our clients' objectives and resonate with their target audiences. You will collaborate closely with our creative team, including copywriters, designers, and account managers, to bring ideas to life across various mediums, including print, digital, social media, and more. This role requires a blend of artistic vision, strategic thinking, and technical proficiency to produce visually stunning and impactful work. Key Responsibilities: Lead the conceptualization and development of creative campaigns from initial ideation to final execution, ensuring alignment with client objectives and brand guidelines. Collaborate with and direct copywriters, designers, and other team members to generate innovative ideas and solutions that effectively communicate key messages and drive desired outcomes. Provide art direction and guidance to designers and other team members, ensuring the quality and consistency of visual elements across all projects. Stay up-to-date on industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in design and advertising to inform and inspire creative concepts and approaches. Present concepts and designs to clients with confidence and professionalism, effectively articulating creative rationale and responding to feedback and revisions. Manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines in a fast-paced and dynamic environment. Foster a collaborative and positive work environment, contributing to a culture of creativity, innovation, and continuous improvement within the agency.
Requirements Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Fine Arts, Visual Communication, or related field. Minimum of 7 years of experience in a creative role, with a focus on art direction and design within an advertising agency or similar environment. Strong portfolio showcasing a range of creative projects across various mediums, demonstrating exceptional conceptual thinking, design skills, and attention to detail. Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and other relevant design software. Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and present ideas to clients. Proven ability to work under pressure and adapt to changing priorities while maintaining a high level of creativity and professionalism. Passion for creativity, innovation, and storytelling, with a keen eye for design trends and emerging technologies.