Art Director
$57 - $63.33 per hourAquent
Placement Type:
Temporary
$57-63.33 Hourly
up to $63.33/hr Duration:
November 2026 to May 2027 Aquent is excited to present an exceptional opportunity with a leading beauty retailer, an industry powerhouse dedicated to making the world of beauty accessible to everyone. This innovative company's North American operations serve as a dynamic support hub, empowering retail stores and digital platforms nationwide through coveted product assortments, curated content, compelling storytelling, and smart strategy. They thrive on a forward-thinking mindset, constantly seeking to disrupt the status quo and take calculated creative chances. If you're a curious, confident individual with a passion for innovation, you'll find an incredibly fast-paced and rewarding environment where your contributions truly shape the future of beauty.
Step into a pivotal role where your creative vision will directly influence national advertising campaigns and engaging in-store experiences for a beloved brand. You will be instrumental in building a cohesive brand identity and spearheading the conceptualization and execution of marketing programs across all channels. This is an unparalleled opportunity to make a significant impact, driving innovation and shaping the aesthetic direction for a company that sets industry standards, ensuring every visual touchpoint resonates with the brand's promise and captivates its audience.
What You'll Do
- Support the Senior Art Director in conducting trend research and developing strategic marketing campaign concepts that deliver creative solutions aligned with key business objectives.
- Build compelling concept boards, detailed photo briefs, and channel-agnostic designs that transform creative visions into tangible realities.
- Provide expert art direction to photographers and stylists on set, ensuring visual excellence and brand consistency.
- Manage project workflows efficiently and mentor junior designers, fostering their growth and creative development.
- Collaborate closely with Editorial, Visual Merchandising, Content Production, and Marketing teams to deliver robust, immersive 360-degree consumer experiences.
- Present creative solutions confidently in various leadership settings and cultivate strong, collaborative working relationships with cross-functional partners.
- Demonstrate a passion for service, innovation, expertise, teamwork, balance, respect, and proactive initiative in all endeavors.
- 5-7 years of professional design experience.
- Expert-level knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign).
- Background in retail, beauty, or fashion, with a strong grasp of current industry and design trends.
- Excellent presentation and communication abilities.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills to effectively juggle priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Prior people management background.
- BA or BFA in Graphic Design or Communication Design.
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