Art Director (Freelance)

Rapt Studio•San Francisco, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Rapt is seeking an Art Director to join their award-winning design and strategy studio. The Art Director will be intimately involved in projects across Rapt's teams and locations, considering every touchpoint and ensuring client engagements meet expectations. This role is responsible for the depth and strategy of Rapt's design work from conception to realization, bringing expertise from the visual and graphic design realm. The Art Director will serve as the liaison between clients and internal teams, working closely with Account Directors to coordinate communication. They will collaborate with the Strategy Director and Design Directors to ensure projects are delivered effectively through Rapt's interdisciplinary process. Additionally, this role will assist in developing pitches and interviews to secure new projects.

Requirements

10+ years of experience working in a creative agency, design studio, or similar environment
Proficient with Adobe Creative Suite, Figma, Sketch, and G-Suite
Experience leading project teams from concept to delivery
Experience mentoring, developing, and guiding younger design staff
Proven record of leading pitches and winning work
Familiarity with project delivery, schedule/budget review, freelance/partner coordination, and client interface
Experience creating and leading partnerships with other agencies, vendors, and/or multidisciplinary consultants
Strong visual, graphic, communication, and organization skills
Experience in digital, three-dimensional, and art realms
A willingness and ability to tackle the unexpected and unknown
An interest in working collaboratively and iteratively with others
An interest in pursuing further education and inspiration
Foresight and exceptional conceptual thinking skills
Confidence in decision-making and risk-taking
A positive outlook, especially in challenging situations
Self-editing instincts

Responsibilities

Consider every touchpoint involved in projects
Ensure client engagements meet expectations
Provide perspective and expertise from the visual and graphic design realm
Serve as the liaison with clients and internal teams
Work closely with Account Directors in coordinating communication
Assure that all projects are seen through multiple lenses and delivered on the promise of the power of Rapt's interdisciplinary process
Assist in the development of pitches and interviews