Jr. Art Director

Who Is Curiosity? Curiosity is an independent, full-service agency blending culture and data to craft distinctive, high-growth brands. We have four main superpowers: strategy, creative, media, and analytics. We use our extreme curiosity to strategically solve business and marketing challenges for courageous clients such as P&G (Native and Zevo), General Mills (Blue Buffalo and Tiki Cat), Underdog Sports, Just Born (Mike and Ike, PEEPS, Hot Tamales, Goldenberg Peanut Chews) Nurri and Stop & Shop. A 2x AdAge A List and 4x Small Agency Winner, we ask the right questions to solve the right challenges because we believe curiosity is the key to unlocking the right solutions. About this role: We're looking for a curious, passionate Cincinnati-based Junior Art Director who brings a strong point of view, sharp design skills, and the courage to turn "what if?" into work people notice. You'll help turn big ideas into compelling visual experiences across campaigns, brands, social, and everything in between - while collaborating, taking ownership, and pushing the work further. If you're low-ego, hungry to learn, fluent in culture and trends, and ready to make things that matter, let's talk. What we want from you: Curiosity: A no-brainer, but a must for this role. It's who we are. Passion: If you don't love the job, it'll show in your work. We are looking for fire and excitement from you when collaborating and presenting ideas. A POV: We want an art director who is meticulous and has a point of view. One who pays attention to comps, can execute various styles and has a clear vision for what and how something looks out in the world... whether it's a big idea or simple social post. With that, this person must be proficient in Adobe Creative Suite and have excellent design skills Breakthrough Big Thinking: We want world builders and dreamers. Those who think "what if" and go after what could be. Ownership: We want an art director who cares and takes ownership of their work. Who isn't scared to run with assignments or projects put on their plate. A good attitude: We have a no-ego policy. Check it at the door. You must be a good person who supports your colleagues with humility, empathy and honesty. Collaboration: We believe in the "Yes, and..." approach. Rather than shutting things down, we like to build and figure out what is possible together as a team. You must believe in collaboration and positive confrontation for the sake of team and individual accountability. Resilience: We are looking for an art director who is willing to fail and know what it takes to persist through tough client feedback and come back with stronger, smarter, ideas. What you must possess: The ideal candidate is well-versed in social content creation, stays up to date on current trends and the ever-evolving social landscape A portfolio filled with great ideas and award-winning concepts A four-year degree in a related field, portfolio school or equivalent work experience 1-3 years experience at an ad agency Ability to manage and contribute to numerous projects simultaneously Superior visual communication skills Socially savvy skills Reports to: Creative Director #J-18808-Ljbffr