Art Director

ABM • Dunwoody, GA

8d • Hybrid

About The Position

ABM is looking for a talented and experienced Art Director to join our brand team. The ideal candidate will be a visionary thinker with a strong sense of design and an excellent understanding of visual storytelling and creative strategy. As Art Director, you will help lead and inspire a team of designers, illustrators, and copywriters to deliver exceptional creative solutions that align with our brand strategy and business objectives.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Fine Arts, Visual Arts, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in a creative or design role
• A strong portfolio showcasing a diverse range of creative work, including digital, print, social media, and video.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Suite (PowerPoint, Word), Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, After Effects) and Figma or other related web/interactive design tools.
• Excellent understanding of design principles, typography, color theory, and visual composition.
• Strong leadership and team management skills with a proven ability to lead creative teams to deliver outstanding results.
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate creative concepts and strategies to clients and team members.
• Strong attention to detail and a passion for delivering high-quality work.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a similar role within a company or agency.
• Experience with motion graphics and video production.
• Experience with web design, UX/UI principles, and digital marketing strategies.

Responsibilities

• Lead and create the conceptualization, design, and execution of high-impact B2B creative experiences across various channels, including digital, print, social media, and video for internal and external ABM audiences.
• Mentor, guide, and inspire a team of junior and mid-level designers, fostering a collaborative and innovative environment.
• Ensure all creative output is aligned with the ABM brand’s visual identity and guidelines, maintaining a consistent and cohesive look and feel across all marketing materials.
• Maintain and evolve our brand guidelines.
• Help manage and direct photo and video shoots.
• Oversee our Brand Center and conduct Office Hours company-wide teaching sessions.
• Works with brand strategist and copywriters to develop and enhance copy for various projects from campaigns to digital experiences.
• Review and monitor the quality of finished artwork and conceptual materials produced by internal and freelance artists.
• Work closely with ABM stakeholders and marketing strategists to understand their needs, present creative concepts, and revise work based on feedback.
• Oversee multiple projects from concept to completion, ensuring all deadlines are met, and the work meets the highest quality standards.
• Consult with the creative director, as well as copywriters, production, and account service personnel as necessary to achieve company objectives.
• Informs and advises the creative director on project needs including all creative and technical issues and requirements (hardware and software needs, upgrades, training, etc.).
• Stay current with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices, bringing new ideas and creative solutions to the table.
• Contribute to the development of creative strategies that support the overall marketing goals and objectives of the company.
• Consults with creative director and project management team regarding staffing needs.
• Recommends and directs freelancers/vendors.
• Pursues ongoing professional development in design, creative strategy, and emerging industry practices; shares knowledge and facilitates creative strategy sessions that strengthen capabilities across the organization.
• Reports to creative director and ensures efficient visual execution of creative and digital projects assigned by creative director.
• Performs occasional additional duties as deemed appropriate by the creative director.
• Leading technology advancements and taking ownership of key functions.
• Stay current on AI trends and apply emerging AI tools thoughtfully to enhance design quality, creative exploration, and workflow efficiency.

What This Job Offers

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