Art Director, Social

Ann Taylor • New York, NY

34d • $110,000 - $115,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

Ann Taylor is looking for a talented Social Art Director to join the Brand Creative team. In this position you will lead Ann Taylor's social creative team by concepting and executing social-first ideas with impeccable craft. This role involves leveraging extensive experience in art direction in both photo and video and collaboration with production and post-production teams to bring creative concepts to life. As Social Art Director you will ensure content is inherently social and aligned with Ann Taylor's brand values, working closely with other creatives and strategists as a key partner within the broader marketing team. The candidate must have retail or brand experience. The ideal candidate must be highly motivated, collaborative, a conceptual thinker and be able to mentor and manage a team. The impact you can have Lead the visual creative for social media campaigns and content, ensuring it is social-first, innovative, and aligns with the brand's voice and objectives. Develop moodboards, present ideas, lead shoots with a strong understanding of the social media landscape to ensure cohesive, innovative and well-communicated content. Conceptualize, edit, and design graphics and videos for platforms like Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook, guiding the entire process from concept to delivery. Art direct photo and video shoots, managing photographers, talent, and stylists to ensure content meets high creative and quality standards. Stay updated on current social media trends, challenges, and cultural moments to create relevant and timely content. Ability to manage a team - graphic designer and potential freelancers Excellent communication, leadership, and collaboration skills to work effectively with diverse teams. Understand video editing techniques and tailor different outputs specifically for various platforms. You'll bring to the role At least 8-10 years of experience at similar brand in fashion/retail space Strong art direction, video editing, typography and design skills a must Must be extremely organized and have a keen eye for all details Must have a collaborative attitude and open and receptive to feedback In depth knowledge of digital design and how to apply an idea to each platform Must be able to clearly articulate and present creative ideas Self-starter, ability to act and follow through on projects independently Must have experience working in-house for similar brand Bachelors degree in Graphic Design or related field Expert knowledge of Mac OS and Adobe Creative Suite

Requirements

• At least 8-10 years of experience at similar brand in fashion/retail space
• Strong art direction, video editing, typography and design skills a must
• Must be extremely organized and have a keen eye for all details
• Must have a collaborative attitude and open and receptive to feedback
• In depth knowledge of digital design and how to apply an idea to each platform
• Must be able to clearly articulate and present creative ideas
• Self-starter, ability to act and follow through on projects independently
• Must have experience working in-house for similar brand
• Bachelors degree in Graphic Design or related field
• Expert knowledge of Mac OS and Adobe Creative Suite

Responsibilities

• Lead the visual creative for social media campaigns and content, ensuring it is social-first, innovative, and aligns with the brand's voice and objectives.
• Develop moodboards, present ideas, lead shoots with a strong understanding of the social media landscape to ensure cohesive, innovative and well-communicated content.
• Conceptualize, edit, and design graphics and videos for platforms like Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook, guiding the entire process from concept to delivery.
• Art direct photo and video shoots, managing photographers, talent, and stylists to ensure content meets high creative and quality standards.
• Stay updated on current social media trends, challenges, and cultural moments to create relevant and timely content.
• Ability to manage a team - graphic designer and potential freelancers
• Excellent communication, leadership, and collaboration skills to work effectively with diverse teams.
• Understand video editing techniques and tailor different outputs specifically for various platforms.

Benefits

• You will be eligible to receive a merchandise discount at select KnitWell Group brands, subject to each brand's discount policies.
• Support for your individual development plus opportunities for career mobility within our family of brands.
• A culture of giving back - local volunteer opportunities, annual donation and volunteer match to eligible nonprofit organizations, and philanthropic activities to support our communities.
• Medical, dental, vision insurance & 401(K).
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Time off - paid time off & holidays.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level