SENIOR ART DIRECTOR

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Job description

Summary

Senior Art Director

At The Alchemedia Project, we are fearless foodies! We are seeking a talented Senior Art Director to use creative design skills and conceptual ideation to produce materials for promotions, advertisements, films, packaging, informative and instructional material through a variety of media outlines. Participate in brainstorms and concept development. Manage projects from beginning to end, working closely with account and production while directing junior designers with clarity.

What we offer:

Full-Time Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life)
401(k) with company match
Training and Career Development
Generous Paid Time-Off

Responsibilities:

Develop creative communications for agency, client and new business initiatives.
Copilot with Copywriter and Development partners in the creation, identification and presentation of leading ideas from the agency team.
Maintain the creative direction and expectations for specific projects, ensuring they fit the client, brand and overall business objectives-and are cohesive across the entire campaign.
Be familiar with vendors and have the ability to work with a variety of product specifications.
Play an active role in strategic brainstorming sessions with Creative and Account leaders, offering creative solutions and presenting creative rationale aligned with the client's objectives.
Work within a team environment and have the ability to collaborate.
Direct junior designers through execution with clarity and leadership.
Conceptualize and strategize agency initiatives.
Efficiently utilize Adobe CC and MS Office Suites.
Have a working knowledge of production, file preparation and formatting.
Stay self-motivated to complete multiple tasks and projects within deadline (manage time & budget effectively).
Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Demonstrate superior attention to detail and follow-through.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience is required
4-5 years of experience in similar industry
Proficiency in Adobe design suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, Indesign, XD or motion a plus)
Demonstrates a proactive work ethic
Self-motivated to complete multiple tasks and projects on time
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Sense of strategy, message, design and a portfolio that demonstrates it
Responsibilities

The Company is one of North America's leading sales and marketing agencies specializing in outsourced sales, merchandising, category management and marketing services to manufacturers, suppliers and producers of food products and consumer packaged goods. The Company services a variety of trade channels including grocery, mass merchandise, specialty, convenience, drug, dollar, club, hardware, consumer electronics and home centers. We bridge the gap between manufacturers and retailers, providing consumers access to the best products available in the marketplace today.

Position Summary

The Sr. Art Director performs all tasks related to graphic design in support of Marketing efforts. Responsible for managing projects autonomously, completing assigned projects by the deadline, and working closely with account and production while directing Jr. Designers.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities

Design and Project Implementation

Responsible for design concept generation, layout, design, and photo selection for assigned pieces
Work on a wide variety of projects for in-store activation including but not limited to POS, direct mail, FSI, and web layout
Participate in project meetings with creative, account, production, and concepting team and be able to communicate the rationale behind design executions
Utilize available design software to manage project files from layout to print-ready

Project Management

Manage creative team to meet job objectives within production and time constraints
Meet deadlines, expectations, and satisfactory completion on jobs assigned by Creative Director or Creative Leader
Work within program budgets, identify revenue-opportunities, and cost-savings while maintaining client relationships

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Direct Reports

Hires, retains, trains, coaches, guides, directs, and develops direct reports using company-wide processes, tools and resources

Indirect Reports

This position does not have guidance or mentoring responsibilities for indirect reports

Travel and/or Driving Requirements

Travel is an essential duty and function of this job. Driving is not an essential duty and function of this job.
Travel up to 10%

Minimum Qualifications

Education Level: (Required): Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience

Field of Study/Area of Experience: Advertising, Graphic Design, Communications, or Journalism

3-5 years of experience in similar industry
3-5 years of experience in Design or Director and a strong portfolio of professional creative work
2-4 years of experience in the consumer products, media, or agency business

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

Excellent written communication and verbal communication skills
Strong prioritization skills
Ability to ensure a high level of service and quality is maintained
Team building Skills
Ability to understand and follow specific instructions and procedures
Ability to work independently and prioritize duties with minimal supervision, in order to meet deadlines
Well-organized, detail-oriented, and able to handle a fast-paced work environment
Ability to complete multiple duties with accuracy shifting from one to another with frequent interruptions and competing deadlines
Good interpersonal skills
Strong computer skills including proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Outlook, and web-browsers

Environmental & Physical Requirements

Office / Sedentary Requirements

Incumbent must be able to perform the essential functions of the job. Work is performed primarily in an office environment. Typically requires the ability to sit for extended periods of time (66%+ each day), ability to hear the telephone, ability to enter data on a computer and may also require the ability to lift up to 10 pounds.

Additional Information Regarding The Company Job Duties and Job Descriptions:

Job duties include additional responsibilities as assigned by one's supervisor or other manager related to the position/department. This job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. The Company reserves the right at any time with or without notice to alter or change job responsibilities, reassign or transfer job position or assign additional job responsibilities, subject to applicable law.

Important Information

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of associates so classified.

The Company is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment practices without regard to age, race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, religion, physical or mental disability, or any other category protected by law. As part of this commitment, the Company shall provide reasonable accommodations of known disabilities to enable an applicant or employee to apply for employment, perform the essential functions of the job, or enjoy the benefits and privileges of employment as required by the law.