Art director job description

Responsible for the design and creative development of WFM marketing materials. Leads creative development for graphic Team Members at the national, regional, and store level. Develops graphic design production and distributes communication pieces for organization-wide use. Advises diverse teams and locations about creative strategy, technology, methods, and standards. Ensures effective and consistent graphic design and production for internal and external communication materials.
Art Director

We're searching for an Art Director to join our Amazon Fresh creative team. As an Art Director, you'll execute the visual brand tone for Amazon Fresh and report to the Creative Director, Art Direction. You'll collaborate daily with your counterparts in Design, Copy and Packaging to create an ownable, memorable and cohesive visual aesthetic.

To be successful in this role, the Art Director is skilled at creating strategic campaigns across multi-channels: physical stores, web, email, social, paid media (video, digital, traditional). You have experience in directing photo shoots, design, and conceptual problem solving. You are comfortable with both visual and verbal skills, and you partner naturally with writers to create campaign ideas.

This role is based in Austin TX, within the Whole Foods Market corporate offices. We are a nurturing culture and big egos don't work out here. We thrive on collaboration, are laid-back but hard-working. You'll be joining a creative department that believes “we're all teachers and students.”, so come with the energy to teach and the humility to learn.

Responsibilities
Work with Copywriters and Designers to create in-store and digital campaigns Own and co-create Amazon Fresh brand guidelines with CD of Design and CopyDrive campaign creative concepting from digital to traditional media Oversee photo and video shoots for seasonal/promotional campaigns as well as evergreen Execute campaigns across multiple media channels and platforms

Skills
Expert proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, proficiency with Google Sketch and FigmaAgility and adaptability in learning new tools and design platforms Expert skills in directing photo and video shoots (food photography and styling a big plus) Excellent presentation skills Proven ability to operate among ambiguity and fast-changing business goals Proven ability to juggle multiple projects while maintaining a clear sense of priorities

Qualifications
4+ years of ad/design agency or in-house brand experienceA strong working knowledge of visual design, brand, user-centered experience design and the creative process Food and retail experience a plus

At Whole Foods Market, we provide a fair and equal employment opportunity for all Team Members and candidates regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, age, marital status, disability, or any other legally protected characteristic. Whole Foods Market hires and promotes individuals solely based on qualifications for the position to be filled and business needs.

Ask a curly person about their hair and they'll tell you about their life. They'll tell you about their childhood, their family, their friends, and the way they see themselves in the mirror. For the past two decades, these are the conversations that have been at the center of everything we do.

Salon born and rooted in NYC, for over 25 years, DevaCurl has been at the center of the curl conversation. As your needs have evolved, so have we. Backed by Science and Dermatologist Co-Developed, we are dedicated more than ever to being your go-to expert on the care and style of your curls. We're here for you wherever your journey takes you - from natural texture to braids, highlights, twists, or blowouts - we call it Curl Flexibility™. So, your curls can take on any shape & stand up to anything.

We strongly encourage people of all backgrounds to apply. DevaCurl is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes everyone to our team. If you need reasonable adjustments at any point in the application or interview process, please let us know.

We are excited to add an Art Director to our team. In this role, you will be responsible for supporting innovation, breakthrough new product launches & marketing strategies to bring all new products and core portfolio initiatives to life through close collaboration with Global Brand and Digital Marketing, Communications, and Sales team.

Who you are: Commercially minded & skilled at developing strategic packaging, POS, and Digital assets with clear visual and copy hierarchy to drive engagement & sales.Passionate about prestige beauty and brands, a diverse range of consumers.Engaged with lifestyle brands and pop culture.Experienced in capturing and designing around a highly diverse consumer target (races, hair types, etc.) Enthusiastic about consistent, well-executed campaign and innovation support.Able to be flexible and thrive in a fast-paced environment.An inspiring & collaborative leader and mentor.10+ years of experience designing packaging, POS, and Digital assets.5+ years of experience leading a creative team.

What you'll do: Act as a brand guardian and protector of the company values and history, leading Creative Team to ensure our brand vision is consistent across all markets, mediums and platforms.Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver against strategic creative needs across Marketing, Sales, Education, Salons, PR and Events, developing concepts and executing ideas that translate the Brand identity and vision into multi-platform stories.Develop holistic 360 campaigns from concept to execution for new product launches, seasonal campaigns, and ongoing brand support. This includes packaging design, motion graphics/video, still imagery for advertising, media, social, and collateral - print and digital ad campaigns for use in-store POS, video, web content, social content, P.R. materials, collateral for customer sell-in meetings, etc.Maintain and adapt Creative budget as projects evolve and prioritize demand (shoots, freelancers, comps, development, etc).Drive efficiency in Creative Team alongside the Creative Project Manager, managing multiple priorities and proactively navigating challenges to meet deadlines.Manage and own a myriad of projects adhering to brand strategy, creative briefs, timelines, and budgets.Lead photoshoot development with support from Content & Design teams, including pre-production planning, strategy, and budget + post-production asset development, adhering to strict timelines.Think and react quickly with curiosity and an action-based approach.Manage all Creative Agency relationships.Maintain a strong understanding of the target audience.Coach and develop a team of multi-platform designers and content creators.Develop strategic solutions to Creative challenges.Proficient with Slack, Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint, and Audio/Conference Platforms.Demonstrate proficiency with creative design software.
We understand it takes a diverse team of highly intelligent, passionate, curious, and creative people to develop the exceptional products and experiences DevaCurl is renowned for. Our dynamic Devas have incredible perspectives to share, just as we know you do, and we take great pride in being an equal opportunity employer.

Feld Entertainment is the worldwide leader in producing and presenting live touring family entertainment experiences that bring people together and uplift the human spirit. Properties include Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey, Monster Jam , Monster Energy Supercross, Disney On Ice, Marvel Universe LIVE!, Sesame Street Live!, Jurassic World Live Tour, Kawasaki and Spin Master. Across the brand portfolio, Feld Entertainment has entertained millions of families in more than 75 countries and on six continents. Visit feldentertainment.com for more information.

Successful candidates must be fully vaccinated or be qualified for a medical or religious exemption. Proof of vaccination is required and may be submitted via the Company's secure website. Florida employees may request exemption pursuant to FL House Bill No. 1-B. Fully vaccinated is defined as 14 days after the second dose of a two dose vaccine or 14 days after the single dose of a one dose vaccine.

Please note that all Mitigation Guidelines for touring employees remain in effect as do any applicable venue, local, state, and/or international requirements, rules, regulations, and/or laws in territories outside of Florida.)

The Art Director is a conceptual expert and strategic leader who understands how to create a comprehensive brand campaign for multiple properties. This person is a strong 3D animator and motion graphic designer. Is an expert compositor, and modeler and is well versed in font explorations. They have a well-rounded dynamic portfolio demonstrating their holistic design strategy across 2D & 3D video and character animations with the goal of enhancing video productions, live event LED displays, corporate videos, social and digital content. Will maintain broadcast-quality graphics, logo animations, and character animation on both 2D and 3D platforms. Capable of sketching and storyboarding concepts to implementation of computer-generated concepts. Utilizes 3D and 2D resources to expedite projects but also has the creative vision and skill set to completely design original concepts that meet or exceed producers' direction. They easily pivot to various creative projects, production work, presentations, and challenges that arise across multiple brands, intellectual licensed properties, and in-house corporate needs. They produce creative and deliver jobs on deadline, using Brand-approved art and style guides they've helped create. They inspire creativity with positive reinforcement and respect while having the ability to leverage the strengths of team members for the good of the brand. Must be able to take direction, receive constructive creative feedback and be able to work within a fast-paced team environment.

Essential FunctionsUnder the direction and guidance of the departments, Art Director leads the creative services team on creative development and approval of 2D/3D motion graphics, animation, and conceptual truck designs for broadcast television, high volume video services, and live event graphics, and fleet operations.Ensures design cohesion and unique best-in-class creative design across all assigned projects.Interprets creative briefs and direction provided by Sr. Art Director & Producers to execute projects that will impress and go beyond simple entry-level designer creative.Partners with a team inclusive of other Art Directors, Designers, Copywriters, and Video Producers to ideate and create impeccable original concepts, storyboards, broadcast graphical packages, and photoreal animations.Train, manage, and direct sr. designers, motion graphic artists, and animators to be more efficient and experts at their crafts.Creates and maintains up-to-date art and style guides for all Feld Broadcast, Digital, and In Venue assets.Understands that Brand, Global Partnerships, Licensing, and Corporate Communications are clients of the creative service department and are capable of pivoting creative based on business unit feedback.The ability to interact, communicate and present ideas to senior leadership and outside partners.Maintain an understanding of broadcast, live event, digital and social trends to inform future content creation in-regards to collaboration with digital and video teams.

Job RequirementsBA Degree in Animation, motion graphics, or FilmAgency Experience creating 3D Product animations, 3D Logo Animations and modeling, Car or truck Models and animations and TV Broadcast Network ID's logos and score boards.Prior experience as an Art Director or Senior level 3D Animator Motion Graphic Designer with 5 to 7 years experience.Having a comprehensive portfolio demonstrating strong creative direction, modeling, logo creation, and broadcast graphics and digital experiences for leading brands or networks is a requirement for application.Experience recruiting talent and developing graphic artists.Forward-thinking and understanding of the emerging tools, technology, and business practices for the digital medium, and progressive in learning the application of these tools and practices.Expert in Cinema 4D or Maya 3D, and in tracking and compositing in Adobe After EffectsExpert skills in Adobe After Effects, Illustrator, Adobe PhotoshopExcellence in Adobe programs such as Photoshop, InDesign, and Illustrator on the Apple platform is a must.Willingness to step in and help staff with the day-to-day workload when necessary.Strong communications and writing skills.Ability to mentor less experienced staff members.The ideal candidate must be efficient and able to work in a team atmosphere as well as independently.Experience as a traditional illustrator, 3D software knowledge, motion graphics (such as Adobe After Effects), HTML5 experience, and/or skills would be a major plus(es).
Feld Entertainment is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free Workplace. We are committed to providing an inclusive environment for our employees, customers, and partners worldwide. We celebrate diversity and encourage our profoundly talented workforce to express themselves proudly. Our successful business model requires different perspectives and voices so that we can create the incredible live shows we put on. Come join us and help us light up the world.