Job Description

•  Create and manage the overall design and visual style for ad campaigns, photoshoots, websites and commercial film productions.
•  Supervise and mentor a group of mid-level and junior designers.
•  Manage multiple briefs and projects for yourself and for your direct reports
•  Study creative briefs and determine requirements
•  Understand marketing initiatives, strategic positioning and target audience
•  Generate clear ideas and concepts in tandem with the copywriters
•  Conceptualize visuals based on requirements Define the visual direction of a campaign and photoshoots
•  Produce sketches, storyboards, roughs to visualize ideas
•  Develop illustrations, logos and other designs using software or by hand
•  Use the appropriate colors and layouts for each graphic
•  Cooperate with the rest of the creative team across different types of media
•  Work with copywriters and creative director to produce final art works
•  Test graphics across various media
•  Take work from concept to final execution within deadlines
•  Amend designs after feedback
•  Ensure final graphics and layouts are visually appealing and on-brand
•  Manage and delegate responsibilities to other designers and provide directions
•  Present completed ideas to team members / project owners
•  Stay on top of all trends and maintain best practices

Job Requirements – Experience and Education

• Extensive experience in art direction and graphic design (min. 6 years experience in a creative or inh-house agency)
•  A strong portfolio of concepts, photo manipulation, graphics, and/or compelling layouts.
• Familiarity with design software (such as InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop)
• A keen eye for aesthetics and details
• Strong conceptual and presentation skills
• Technical knowledge of photography and film production
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to work methodically and meet deadlines
• Degree in Design, Fine Arts or related field is expected