Senior Art Director

1000heads

. Partner with copywriters and creative teammates to concept and develop bold, social-first ideas.

Posted 11/10/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $110,000 - $125,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Art Direction and Design with a strong portfolio showcasing integrated campaigns across social and digital platforms. Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite and skilled in visual storytelling, project management, and mentoring junior creatives.

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Art DirectionVisual StorytellingAdobe Creative SuiteProject ManagementMentoring Junior Creatives

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Hard Skills

Art DirectionVisual StorytellingTypographyBrand IdentityContent CreationDigital CampaignsSocial Media StrategyCreative Concept DevelopmentAttention to DetailCreative Feedback

Soft Skills

CollaborationOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementPresentation SkillsResilience

Tools & Technologies

Adobe PhotoshopAdobe IllustratorAdobe After EffectsAdobe PremiereEmerging Design Tools

Industry Keywords

Social MediaDigital MarketingCreative DirectionIntegrated CampaignsAgency Environment

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Partner with copywriters and creative teammates to concept and develop bold, social-first ideas.
Translate strategic briefs into clear visual direction, style, and storytelling.
Create and present sketches, storyboards, mockups, and layouts that bring creative ideas to life.
Lead the design and execution of digital and social campaigns that are both beautiful and effective.
Stay up-to-date with AI tools and incorporate them into the creative workflow.
Oversee all stages of content creation, from concept through production and post, ensuring every asset hits the brief and brand standards.
Collaborate with producers, photographers, directors, editors, and developers to deliver high-quality creative across formats.
Guide productions of all sizes, managing shoots and creative direction both on set and remotely.
Mentor and inspire junior designers, fostering growth and maintaining a high creative bar across the team.
Contribute to creative reviews, offering sharp, strategic, and inspiring feedback.
Manage timelines and budgets to keep projects running smoothly and efficiently.

Requirements

What you’ll need

This is a hybrid role, with 2 days per week in office required.
6+ years of experience in art direction or design, ideally within social, digital, or agency environments.
A strong portfolio showcasing concept-to-launch creative across social, digital, and integrated campaigns.
Expert understanding of visual storytelling, composition, typography, and brand identity.
Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects, Premiere) and familiarity with emerging design and motion tools.
Deep understanding of social platforms, formats, safe-zones, and what makes content resonate in-feed.
Proven ability to lead creative projects, from brainstorming to final delivery, with sharp attention to detail.
Experience guiding or mentoring junior creatives and fostering collaborative team environments.
Comfortable presenting ideas to clients and internal teams with confidence and clarity.
Strong organizational and time management skills — able to juggle multiple projects without missing a beat.
Ability to collaborate with multiple teams, positively influencing the creative process and outcomes.
Resilience to keep pushing and improving work with the team, even when ideas or assets are not approved.
Passion for culture, creativity, and pushing ideas beyond the expected.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, vision, and more!
401k & Roth retirement investment options with employer match
Gym and professional development stipends
Culture Club with monthly activities like sports, games and happy hours
DEI Council and Employee Resource Groups
Commute and parking benefits
Wellness program that focuses on mental, physical and financial employee wellness