Supervising Associate – Art Director

. Provide creative leadership to design teams delivering brochures, placemats, illustrations, layouts, infographics, on-screen presentations, proposals, microsites, motion graphics and social media collateral .

Posted 9/15/2026full-timeKochi • IndiaLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in creative leadership and visual design, with proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and a strong understanding of digital and social media trends. Capable of managing multiple projects while mentoring junior team members and ensuring adherence to brand guidelines.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Creative LeadershipAdobe Creative Suite ProficiencyTeam Management ExperienceVisual Design CapabilityProject Management Skills

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Hard Skills

Adobe IllustratorAdobe PhotoshopAdobe InDesignAdobe DCMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft WordMicrosoft ExcelInfographics KnowledgeData Visualization TechniquesMotion Graphics Skills

Soft Skills

Creative ThinkingAnalytical ApproachExcellent Communication SkillsAttention to DetailCollaborative Mindset

Tools & Technologies

Social Media PlatformsTwitterLinkedInInstagramYouTubeFacebookPinterestAdobe After EffectsAdobe Premiere Pro

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Graphic Design

Industry Keywords

Creative DirectionDesign Best PracticesClient Relationship ManagementGlobal Environment ExperienceFast-Paced Work Environment

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide creative leadership to design teams delivering brochures, placemats, illustrations, layouts, infographics, on-screen presentations, proposals, microsites, motion graphics and social media collateral
Own creative and visual direction and design for creative collateral across multiple formats
Produce conceptual work through rapid prototyping, storyboard creation and post-production
Ensure adherence to EY brand guidelines and meet aesthetic, quality, turnaround-time, budget and efficiency expectations
Monitor current and future design, web standards, concepts and industry trends
Provide creative and art direction support and coordinate issue resolution
Identify opportunities to use pop culture trends, creative executional approaches and techniques
Communicate with customers, understand design briefs and share ideas
Lead customer project discussions with a customer-centric mindset
Provide innovative design solutions and influence appropriate design choices
Mentor junior team members on design best practices
Prioritize deadlines and manage multiple creative projects in parallel
Contribute to organizational initiatives

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree or college diploma, preferably in Graphic Design or related discipline
Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe InDesign, Adobe DC, Microsoft PowerPoint, Word and Excel
Experience across digital, social and integrated media
Knowledge of social platforms including Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTube, Facebook and Pinterest
Strong visual design and creative thinking capability
At least 10 years of overall experience in a fast-paced global environment
Team management experience mandatory
User-centric, creative, innovative and analytical approach
Working knowledge of infographics and data visualization techniques
Project management, risk management and team management skills
Proven record of delivering high-quality output on time and within budget
Excellent comprehension, verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills
Exceptional attention to detail
Understanding of current and future visual trends
Preferable knowledge of Adobe After Effects, Premiere Pro and motion graphics skills
Experience leading and managing creative teams and developing junior creative talent
Experience working with global clients
Ability to build strong client relationships
Flexible, collaborative and growth mindset

Benefits

Comp & perks

Continuous learning and development opportunities
Tools and flexibility to make a meaningful impact
Insights, coaching and confidence-building through transformative leadership
Diverse and inclusive culture
Collaboration with global teams and well-known brands
Wide variety of fulfilling career opportunities across business disciplines