Brand Consulting - Art Director

CAA Club Group • Los Angeles, CA

93d • $95,000 - $157,000

About The Position

Creative Artists Agency (CAA) is the leading entertainment and sports agency, with global expertise in filmed and live entertainment, digital media, publishing, sponsorship sales and endorsements, licensing, media finance, consumer investing, fashion, trademark licensing, and philanthropy. Distinguished by its culture of collaboration and exceptional client service, CAA’s diverse workforce identifies, innovates, and amplifies opportunities for the people and organizations that shape culture and inspire the world. The trailblazer of the agency business, CAA was the first to build a sports business, create an investment bank, launch a venture fund, found technology start-up companies, establish a philanthropic arm, build a business in China, and form a brand marketing services division, among other innovations. We are seeking a talented and dynamic Art Director to join our innovative Brand Consulting sports sponsorship creative team. This is a senior creative author position where you'll be instrumental in developing and executing visually compelling and impactful creative strategies for our sports-focused marketing and experiential initiatives. The ideal candidate is a creative visionary with a passion for sports, live events, and design, capable of translating marketing objectives into stunning campaigns that resonate with a global audience. This role requires a leader who can take command of the creative process, guide and mentor a team to elevated success, and deliver world-class results. You’ll be the ultimate teammate, collaborating with department leaders while also demonstrating engaging thought leadership in client presentations.

Requirements

• 10+ years’ creative and/or art direction experience with a focus on sports.
• A strong conceptually-driven portfolio of work that provides examples of live venue presentation, design and animation, A/V, wayfinding, OOH, and social media marketing.
• Demonstrated command of composition, color, motion theory, and design thinking.
• A mastery of Adobe Creative Suite, including Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign.
• Proficiency with After Effects and Premiere is a valuable plus.
• Experience managing and mentoring junior to mid-level designers.
• Proven ability to work cross-functionally with experiential and production teams to develop environmental activations.
• Strong communication skills with a demonstrated ability to present, pitch, and navigate client feedback.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a related field preferred.
• Working knowledge of live-action production and VFX a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide creative thought leadership and guidance for the design team on projects related to print, experiential, environmental, social media, and digital design.
• Lead the creative development process, building comprehensive creative concepts and graphic systems for activations, campaigns, and experiential spaces.
• Act as the creative author on concurrent projects, independently developing and orchestrating creative solutions from the initial brief to final execution.
• Execute and implement various creative assets, upholding brand guidelines and ensuring a demonstrated attention to detail in proofing all files for correct specs, colors, copy, and more.
• Problem-solve and pivot quickly in a nimble, fast-paced environment, effectively navigating internal and external feedback.
• Liaise with department leaders, internal contacts, and production teams to review project briefs, determine content needs, and align on creative direction.
• Confidently present and pitch concepts to internal and external teams, walking them through ideas, concepts, and creative solutions.
• Manage and mentor junior to mid-level designers, fostering their growth and ensuring the team's success.
• Uphold the highest standards of the organization and represent the team with professionalism.
• Demonstrate strong attention to detail in proofing of all print and digital files for correct specs, colors, copy, links, spelling, etc.

Benefits

• Eligible for benefits and a discretionary bonus.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees