I1 Art Director

Urban1•New York, NY

31d•$70,000 - $90,000

About The Position

As an Art director, you are responsible for leading a team of designers and determining which artistic elements to use; articulating the vision to their team; reviewing and approving copy, designs, or photography; developing budgets and timelines; and determining how to best represent the creative director’s concept. You will work closely with the Project Manager and Creative Director to meet clients' needs and objectives. The goal is to translate marketing and branding strategies into innovative and impressive campaigns that stimulate targeted audiences.

Requirements

Hands-on experience with logo design, typography, color, web layout design, print production, image selection, and package design
Proficient use of InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, or other visual design and wire-framing tools
Demonstrable graphic design skills with a strong portfolio
Incorporate feedback and take/give direction well
Team player with strong communication and presentation skills
2–3 years of Art Director experience
BSc/BA in advertising, fine art, design, or a relevant field

Responsibilities

Generate clear ideas and concepts
Produce sketches; storyboards mock to visualize ideas
Understand marketing initiatives, strategic positioning, and target audience
Cooperate with the rest of the creative team across different types of media
Take work from concept to final execution within deadlines
Manage and delegate responsibilities to other designers and provide directions
Present completed ideas to clients, team, and creative director
Stay on top of all trends and maintain best practices
Complies with Network and Urban One’s mandatory trainings and adheres to related course deadlines.