Art Director

Please Note: This is a Utah-based hybrid position which will require some regular in-office days each week. Additionally, employment with BambooHR is contingent on passing both a background and credit check. AI at BambooHR At BambooHR, we’re all about setting people free to do great work, and we believe AI is a powerful partner in that mission. We’re leaning into intelligent tools to streamline our workflows, giving us more time for high-impact innovation. We’re looking for curious, forward-thinking people who are ready to explore how AI can elevate their work and help us reimagine the future of HR. Essential Job Duties The Art Director is a senior creative individual contributor responsible for developing and executing exceptional creative solutions from concept through final expression. This role is accountable for three core outcomes: great creative, great delivery, and great relationships. Working closely with creative leaders, senior partners, and creative peers, the Art Director translates high-level strategy, campaign direction, and brand intent into compelling visual and conceptual work across channels and formats. The ideal candidate is a master of ideas and visual craft, able to explore broadly, iterate quickly, collaborate at both senior and working levels, and set a high standard for creative excellence. You will: Develop original campaign and brand concepts that translate strategic direction into clear, compelling creative expressions and deliverables. Create and direct visual solutions across a range of channels and formats, including digital, web, social, paid media, video, presentation, lifecycle, events, and other campaign touchpoints. Partner closely with creative leaders, writers, designers, motion creatives, video partners, marketers, and cross‑functional stakeholders to develop integrated creative work. Interpret briefs, business goals, audience insights, and campaign strategies into strong conceptual routes and executable creative systems. Lead the visual and conceptual development of projects from early exploration through refinement and final production. Produce work that balances originality, brand alignment, clarity, and effectiveness while maintaining a high bar for craft and detail. Explore multiple creative directions quickly and thoughtfully, using iteration to sharpen ideas and uncover the strongest solution. Present concepts and creative rationale clearly and persuasively to peers, partners, and senior stakeholders. Contribute to and uphold the visual expression of the brand, helping define the territory the company seeks to own in the minds of its market. Provide strong creative partnership and constructive feedback to peers and collaborators in support of better work across disciplines. Stay current on design, advertising, video, visual storytelling, and emerging creative methods, including AI-enabled tools and workflows, and apply them thoughtfully where they improve the work. Support production and execution with close attention to consistency, quality, and fidelity to the original creative intent. Help establish and model standards for concepting, craft, visual excellence, and creative problem‑solving across the team. What You Need to Get the Job Done: 7+ years of experience in art direction, brand, campaign, advertising, or integrated creative roles. Strong portfolio demonstrating conceptual range, visual excellence, and high‑quality execution across multiple channels and formats. Proven ability to take high‑level strategy or creative direction and translate it into clear, specific, compelling creative work. Demonstrated strength in both concept development and execution, with a center of gravity in ideas as well as visual craft. Ability to collaborate effectively with senior creative leaders, cross‑functional partners, and creative peers. Advanced proficiency in visual design principles, typography, layout, composition, and brand expression. Strong understanding of campaign development and how visual systems extend across integrated experiences. Ability to iterate quickly, explore multiple routes, and refine work based on feedback without losing creative quality. Excellent presentation, communication, and storytelling skills. Strong judgment and attention to detail, with the ability to maintain high standards under deadline pressure. Working knowledge of adjacent creative disciplines, including copy, motion, and video, with the ability to collaborate effectively across them. Familiarity with evolving creative tools, workflows, and AI‑enabled methods Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Art Direction, Advertising, Copywriting, Communications, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience required Must be able to communicate effectively in person, in virtual meetings, and in written formats Must be able to occasionally move materials or equipment up to 15 pounds. What Will Make Us REALLY Love You: Experience in SaaS, B2B technology, or other high‑growth brand environments. Experience creating work across motion, video, social‑first, and digital campaign formats. Experience partnering closely with writers and other creators to develop integrated campaign concepts. Familiarity with AI‑based creative tools that support ideation, iteration, or production efficiency. Experience contributing to brand evolution, campaign systems, or visual territories at a strategic level. Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud, Figma, and other relevant creative tools. What You'll Love About Us Great Company Culture that has been recognized by multiple organizations like Inc, and Salt Lake Tribune Comprehensive health, life, and disability insurance Generous leave policies that include 4 weeks of vacation, 12 company holidays, parental leave, and volunteer time off so you can enjoy quality of life 401k plans with up to 6% company match $2000 Paid‑Paid Vacation bonus EAP through Headspace Check out all our benefits that benefit you About Us At BambooHR, we’re building something different: we’re building a people intelligence platform that transforms HR and sets people free to do great work! We’re a proven market leader driving innovation while building lasting success through thoughtful, sustainable growth. Here, you’ll find a place that champions growth: both professional and personal, both individual and collective. We invest in potential, giving you the space to stretch your capabilities and turn good ideas into reality while providing the safety net of a supportive, values‑driven culture. Our approach combines meaningful work with meaningful lives, offering competitive benefits, professional development, and the flexibility to thrive both in and outside the office. What sets us apart isn't just what we do, but how we do it: with openness, integrity, and the shared commitment to doing the right thing. Join us in creating HR software that makes work better for everyone, while we make work better for you. BambooHR is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals and will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations throughout the hiring process. If you would like to request accommodations, please let your recruiter know. 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