Freelance Art Director

Collier.Simon is an independent, full-service creative agency in Los Angeles. We work with our client partners to develop creative solutions that truly move the needle. Clients range from Fortune 500-type household names to up-and-comers across a variety of industries / verticals. We’re in the midst of a tech-powered transformation, using AI to supercharge creativity, not replace it, and we’re looking for curious minds excited to explore AI as a tool to scale, spark, and speed up creativity. We’re looking for freelance Art Directors with varying years of experience who can concept and design campaigns across channels — with a strong track record in social-first, performance-driven creative. You’ll combine sharp design instincts with strategic thinking, and you’ll bring a curiosity for how AI tools can enhance creative workflows, spark fresh ideas, and help produce standout work faster. What You Bring At least 1-2 years experience in an agency or similar creative environment. Familiar with fast-paced environments and managing multiple priorities Skilled at concepting and executing across multiple mediums and platforms (social, digital, video, web, print) Proven ability to create social-first, performance campaigns that grab attention and inspire action in a crowded feed Proficiency in Figma and expert-level skill in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator; Premiere/After Effects a plus) Strong taste and a good eye for copy and visual storytelling Familiarity with branding and identity work (nice to have) Curiosity about emerging tools — including AI — and how they can support ideation, design, and production Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects from concept to completion Critical thinker & proactive self-starter who anticipates needs and turns insights into clear creative choices. Collaborative teammate, comfortable with feedback—co-creates smoothly, asks sharp questions, and iterates quickly. What You’ll Do Develop original concepts and designs for digital campaigns (paid social, display, digital video, email, landing pages) Create and adapt work for additional mediums including print, OOH, and broadcast Collaborate closely with Account and Project Management teams to meet milestones and client needs Experiment with and integrate AI tools into concepting, design iterations, and production where they add value Requirements Bachelor’s degree in design or related field preferred Deep understanding of creative strategy, industry trends, and design principles Experience with motion design Strong presentation and communication skills Ability to thrive in collaborative environments while working independently when needed Comfortable managing multiple projects and deadlines without sacrificing quality Must be able to work PST hours The position is fully remote. To Apply: Please submit your portfolio and a brief note describing your agency experience. Attention Job Seekers: Please be wary of recruitment and hiring scams. Collier.Simon will never ask you to pay an application fee, equipment fee, or to provide any other type of banking information. If you have any concerns about whether the communications you’ve received are legitimate, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us at View email address on click.appcast.io . Do you have working knowledge of Figma and have used it in at least the past year? #J-18808-Ljbffr