Art Director, Games Content

Apple • Cupertino, CA

106d • $128,200 - $242,500

About The Position

The people here at Apple don't just create products — they create the kind of wonder that's revolutionized entire industries. It's the diversity of those people and their ideas that inspires the innovation that runs through everything we do, from amazing technology to industry-leading environmental efforts. Join Apple, and help us leave the world better than we found it! The App Store Editorial Design Team is in search of an extraordinary Games Content Art Director with experience in brand, content, and motion-driven media for digital products. The Art Director will collaborate closely with the App Store Editorial team, as well as cross-functional and external partners to shape and deliver consumer-facing content. This exciting opportunity supports day-to-day design delivery, art direction, and strategy for App Store Games coverage. By joining this team, you can bring your deep passion in creating gaming content design experiences across all media types, screens, formats, and technologies!

Requirements

• 5+ years of creative industry experience in digital media.
• 2+ years of experience as an Art Director.
• Experience and passion for gaming and mobile gaming.
• Portfolio showing strength in delivering strategic ideas across digital, social, or static form factors.
• Demonstrated mastery of Adobe Creative Suite.
• Incredible talent for developing elevated aesthetics and visually cohesive creative.
• Ability to tell a powerful story through the work.
• Flexibility and ability to adjust to design scenarios.

Nice To Haves

• Strong understanding of design systems and branding strategy for digital products and marketplaces.
• Passionate about exceptional art direction, design, and creative that is thoughtful and meaningful.
• Ability to prototype visual design work.
• Ability to author, share, and direct ideas in a cogent and inspiring manner.
• Working knowledge and experience in 3D and Animation.
• Working knowledge of UI/UX Design Tools such as Figma and Sketch.
• In-depth knowledge of all steps required in the creative process.

Responsibilities

• Deliver designs and contribute to art direction.
• Collaborate with App Store game editors and curators to publish content.
• Develop strategic design solutions in collaboration with strategists, creative directors, and key stakeholders.
• Deliver concepts, ideas, and designs.
• Direct external vendors such as agencies, illustrators, and partners across multiple projects on multiple timelines.
• Inspire creative thinking and generate a fountain of ideas.
• Bridge design strategy and execution with gamer needs.
• Shape content experiences that resonate in gamers' lives.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical and dental coverage.
• Retirement benefits.
• Discounted products and free services.
• Reimbursement for certain educational expenses, including tuition.
• Discretionary bonuses or commission payments.
• Relocation assistance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing