Art Director

Collier Simon•Los Angeles, CA

44d•$75,000 - $90,000•Remote

About The Position

Collier.Simon is an independent, full-service creative agency in Los Angeles. We work with our client partners to develop creative solutions that truly move the needle. Clients range from Fortune 500-type household names to up-and-comers across a variety of industries / verticals. We’re in the midst of a tech-powered transformation, using AI to supercharge creativity, not replace it, and we’re looking for curious minds excited to explore AI as a tool to scale, spark, and speed up creativity. We’re looking for a multi-talented Art Director with 4-6 years of experience who can concept, design, and lead campaigns across channels — with a strong track record in social-first, performance-driven creative. You’ll combine sharp design instincts with strategic thinking, and you’ll bring a curiosity for how AI tools can enhance creative workflows, spark fresh ideas, and help produce standout work faster.

Requirements

At least 4-6 years experience in an agency or similar creative environment.
Familiar with fast-paced environments and managing multiple priorities
Skilled at concepting and executing across multiple mediums and platforms (social, digital, video, web, print)
Proven ability to create social-first, performance campaigns that grab attention and inspire action in a crowded feed
Proficiency in Figma and expert-level skill in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator; Premiere/After Effects a plus)
Strong taste and a good eye for copy and visual storytelling
Fluent in translating brand guidelines into clear, engaging creative across channels
Curiosity about emerging tools — including AI — and how they can support ideation, design, and production
Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects from concept to completion
Critical thinker & proactive self-starter who anticipates needs and turns insights into clear creative choices.
Collaborative spirit and comfortable with feedback—co-creates smoothly, asks sharp questions, and iterates quickly.
Expertise of design principals and a graphic design background is a must.
Deep understanding of creative strategy, industry trends, and design principles
Strong portfolio demonstrating conceptual thinking and multi-channel execution
Ability to thrive in collaborative environments while working independently when needed
Comfortable managing multiple projects and deadlines without sacrificing quality and your files are clean!
Must be able to work PST hours

Nice To Haves

Experience and interest in motion design is a huge plus!

Responsibilities

Develop original concepts and designs for digital campaigns (paid social, display, digital video, email, landing pages)
Create and adapt work for additional mediums including print, OOH, and broadcast
Collaborate closely with Account and Project Management teams to meet milestones and client needs
Experiment with and integrate AI tools into concepting, design iterations, and production where they add value
Mentor junior designers and contribute to a culture of craft and knowledge-sharing