Art Director

DAP is looking for an experienced and driven Art Director to lead our in-house creative services and growing studio team, translating strategic marketing goals into innovative creative strategies.

This role is critical in developing and maintaining our DAP brand's artistic direction while supporting projects across video, photography, social-first content, digital marketing assets, packaging, sales collateral and more.

You’ll work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure all creative deliverables are aligned with brand objectives.

This is a unique opportunity to lead a talented in-house creative team and liasoning with creative agencies, driving the creative process from concept to production while ensuring consistent, high-quality brand storytelling across all platforms. 

Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership


* Develop and implement creative strategies aligned with marketing goals and brand vision. 


* Propose innovative ideas and concepts that elevate the brand's aesthetic and engage target audiences. 


* Stay on top of industry trends, design technologies, and AI tools, introducing advancements into workflows. 

Creative Direction


* Lead the conceptualization and design of omni-channel projects, including videos, photography, social media content, in-store displays, packaging, and e-commerce assets. 


* Ensure consistency in brand aesthetics and visual style across all touchpoints. 


* Provide art direction for photoshoots and video production from pre-production through post-production. 

Team and Project Management 


* Manage and mentor a team of designers and studio leads, fostering an environment of collaboration and growth. 


* Effectively coordinate with Brand Strategists, Product Managers, and the Digital Marketing Team to align creative execution with business objectives. 

Presentation and Stakeholder Collaboration 


* Present designs and creative concepts to internal stakeholders, gathering feedback and approvals. 


* Partner with external creative agencies to extend creative resources as needed for larger campaigns. 

Requirements


* Bachelor’s degree in graphic design, Marketing, Fine Arts, or a related field. 


* 12+ years of experience in creative direction with an advertising agency, in-house marketing team, post-production house, or digital marketing agencies, preferably in B2C industries, and experience working with large-scale brands. 


* Proven leadership and team management skills with the ability to inspire, mentor, and challenge teams to deliver their best work. 


* Proficient in Microsoft Office and relative project management and team collaboration software.


* Advanced Adobe Creative Suite skills, proficient in all applicable software.


* A portfolio with relevant work experience and examples required with resume. 

 Skills and qualifications:


* Exceptional conceptual design skills with a knack for blending creativi...