Senior Art Director

This senior art director role centers on print focused retail and brand design, blending hands-on design and concept development with direction of photoshoots in a hybrid arrangement. The position is based in Chicago, with potential bases in Boston or New York City, and offers a salary range of USD 89,775 to 103,215 per year. Responsibilities Develop concepts that align with client business objectives and brand strategies. Produce production-ready assets for retail campaigns, including POS/POP displays, banners, signage, endcaps, window clings, tentcards, and related in-store materials. Drive or support design execution from concept through delivery, ensuring accuracy, clarity, and polished results at every stage. Collaborate with cross functional teams such as production, design, copy, and client stakeholders to bring concepts to life. Lead project teams, mentor junior designers, and support the creative process across all production phases. Maintain meticulous attention to detail, QA designs for visual accuracy, brand alignment, and campaign consistency. Present work clearly, articulating design rationale and tradeoffs to stakeholders. Manage multiple concurrent projects and campaigns while prioritizing timelines and incorporating feedback efficiently. Requirements 5+ years of professional experience in art direction or design with a focus on retail, in-store, or shopper marketing concepts, ideally within an advertising agency, in-house agency, or consultancy. Bachelor's degree in graphic design or a related field preferred; relevant experience may substitute. Proven experience designing and concepting print-focused shopper marketing and retail campaigns, including in-store collateral such as POS, POP, displays, and banners. Direct collaboration with clients to present work, explain creative decisions, and workshop iterative changes on ongoing projects. Experience art directing photoshoots and integrating high-end photography into marketing displays and materials. Experience extending physical retail and shopper campaigns into the digital space is preferred. Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite; familiarity with 3D or rendering tools is a plus. Strong eye for high-end photography and design, with expertise in layout, typography, color, composition, and current design trends. Understanding of the print production process, including substrates and die lines, is highly preferred. Ability to work with a high level of ownership, autonomy, and accountability. Skill in receiving and synthesizing feedback quickly while preserving design integrity. Experience collaborating within cross-functional, multi-disciplinary teams on shopper-focused campaigns. Strong sense of urgency with the ability to work quickly, efficiently, and accurately within tight and evolving deadlines. Flexible and adaptable, capable of managing multiple concurrent projects and shifting priorities. Highly collaborative yet able to work independently when needed. A portfolio showcasing print focused brand, retail, and shopper marketing campaigns and assets is REQUIRED and must be submitted with the application. Technologies Adobe Creative Suite 3D rendering tools Role Details Location : Hybrid work arrangement in Chicago, IL, with possibilities to base in Boston or New York City. Compensation : USD 89,775 - 103,215 per year Minimum experience : 5 years Education : Bachelor's degree preferred #J-18808-Ljbffr