Design Leadership

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1d ago

Creative Director

StockX Detroit, MI

Detroit, MI

1d ago

$250k - $270k/yr Full time Manager Marketing Adobe Creative Suite

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Job Description

Lead StockX’s global creative direction from concept through design, production, and delivery across the marketing funnel.

Responsibilities

Define and evolve the StockX brand application across creative direction, visual identity, brand design, messaging and voice, photography, video, and overall storytelling
Drive development of creative concepts that translate to multiple marketing touchpoints and remain brand-aligned, compelling, results-driven, and strategically effective
Set up and maintain processes that support consistent brand standards across all customer touchpoints
Lead cross-functional projects across multiple teams to ensure creative matches brand positioning and business objectives
Present and defend creative concepts with internal stakeholders and clients, incorporating feedback while protecting creative integrity
Manage creative resources to ensure deliverables meet business and project goals, achieve high quality, and ship on time and within budget
Translate a global creative vision for international markets, enabling local flexibility, extensions, and relevance
Monitor industry trends, emerging technologies, and cultural movements to keep campaigns fresh
Mentor and develop creative team members through high-level direction, hands-on feedback, and ongoing growth opportunities while fostering innovation and collaboration

Requirements

7+ years of experience in advertising, branding, or creative direction, with a portfolio showing strategy unified with execution across channels, aesthetics, and budgets
Strong interest in sneaker and/or streetwear culture
Experience with fashion, lifestyle, or product-driven brands is a plus
Proven experience in senior creative roles at a consumer brand, creative agency, editorial publication, and/or retailer
In-house experience is preferred
Established network of creative collaborators and resources for major brand moments
Expert-level creative concepting and development
Extensive experience informing or leading art direction across photography and video
Understanding of native digital content creation, including concepting for organic social, onsite merchandising, and performance marketing campaigns
Fluency with contemporary social platforms, technologies, and trends
Expert knowledge of e-commerce and digital marketing best practices
Excellent communication, collaboration, and presentation skills
Self-starter who can handle ambiguity and thrive in a fast-paced start-up environment
Effective across teams, able to manage multiple creative projects and meet aggressive deadlines
Ability to use performance metrics, customer insights, and data to shape and defend strategic recommendations
Team-oriented leader with a track record of mentoring and developing creative talent
Experience using Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and familiarity with production tools

Technologies

Adobe Creative Suite
Photoshop
Illustrator
InDesign

Location

Detroit, MI (hybrid)

Compensation

USD 250,000 - 270,000 per year

Benefits

Medical
Dental
Equity
Discretionary bonuses
Opportunities for benefits (e.g., medical, dental)

Required experience: 7+ years

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2d ago

Senior Art Director

Petauri Max, LLC Remote 🌍 Remote

Remote

2d ago

$104k - $156k/yr Full time Adobe Creative Suite Adobe Illustrator Art Direction

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Job Description

Remote role with a salary range of $104,000 to $156,000 per year. As a Senior Art Director at Petauri Max, LLC, you will lead concept, design, and development work across multiple accounts, projects, and platforms, partnering with teams that support both digital and print production. The work is structured around timelines and budgets, with expectations for independent execution in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

Build and maintain a deep understanding of assigned clients and products, supporting the creation and refinement of brand strategy.
Independently design materials and explore multiple creative directions aligned to strategic and tactical plans, staying within outlined timelines and budgets.
Ensure deliverable quality through accountability for accuracy, and by following the creative brief and/or direction from the Creative Lead.
Create clear, compelling visualizations including data, charts, and infographics.
Collaborate with production and digital personnel by providing complete input and the instruction needed to smoothly complete production of approved designs.
Support client interactions by defending creative decisions and perspectives.
Stay current with computer design software and hardware, and keep up with trends, emerging design techniques, and applications.
Contribute to new business pitches by providing creative concepts and ideation for pitch presentations.
Manage and prioritize workload across multiple projects to meet agreed upon timelines.
Follow industry best practices and understand Regulatory restrictions.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree; or the equivalent combination of education and/or relevant work experience.
5+ years of experience designing for healthcare clients, including agency experience.
Launch experience is preferred.
Familiarity with FDA marketing regulations and industry best practices.
Proficiency in both digital and print design.
Proficiency with MS Office, Adobe InDesign, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, Acrobat, XD, Sketch, and Figma.
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively across multiple projects in a timely manner.
Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to drive change and achieve results in a dynamic environment.

Team & Collaboration

Consult with Medical Writing, Account, and Market Access Strategy teams to create compelling designs across all digital and print media.
Foster a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.

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3d ago

Senior Designer, Field Sports Apparel Graphic Design

Nike Beaverton, OR

Beaverton, OR

3d ago

Full time Adobe Creative Suite Apparel Design Creative Direction

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Job Description

As a Senior Designer focused on Field Sports Apparel Graphic Design at Nike, you will shape college and team uniform concepts and distinct team apparel collections informed by athlete and market insights. This onsite role in Beaverton, Oregon centers on turning research into strong visual systems across graphics, trims, and print applications, then collaborating across Nike and partner teams to bring seasonal initiatives to life.

Responsibilities

Lead the development of college uniform designs and team apparel collections that advance sport storytelling, sport storytelling, and innovation.
Collaborate to execute a shared vision aligning Nike with college teams and athlete insight.
Translate authentic insights into a meaningful visual center using graphics, trims, and print applications designed to stand out on major stages.
Contribute to the overall creative vision through product execution and ongoing design decision-making.
Run team meetings and communicate key information to ensure alignment.
Monitor design progress and meeting deadlines to support seasonal delivery timelines.
Present design concepts and seasonal initiatives to internal and external audiences while protecting Nike’s best interests.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in graphic design, fashion design, industrial design, apparel design, material design, textile design, or a related field. Any suitable combination of education, experience, and training will be considered.
A well-curated portfolio demonstrating a strong, effective methodology across research, inspiration, design development, problem solving, process, and final execution.
Strong skills in sketching, illustration, typography, brand identity, and color theory.
Proficiency with digital design software, with a high level of proficiency in Adobe Illustrator required. Adobe InDesign, Keynote, and Adobe Photoshop are a plus. Must be open to working in new digital spaces.
Deep understanding of make and manufacturing processes.
Strong knowledge of sports and an ability to stay connected to current and emerging cultural and design trends.
Knowledge of apparel creation, including ideation, development, specification, and final execution, balancing innovation, performance, and style.
Proven ability to inspire and drive creative direction through product execution.
Collaborative mindset and flexibility to manage multiple projects with internal and external partners across cross-functional teams.
Strong communication and presentational skills.

Tools & Technologies

Creative Suite
Adobe Illustrator
Adobe InDesign
Keynote
Adobe Photoshop

Location

Beaverton, OR, United States (onsite)

Education

Bachelor's degree in graphic design or related field

What You Can Expect

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3d ago

Art Director & Design

Saks Global New York, NY

New York, NY

3d ago

$112k - $146k/yr Full time Marketing Ad Creative Ad Creatives

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Job Description

Art Director & Design role focused on editorial imagery and end-to-end creative leadership for omnichannel campaigns.

Responsibilities

Translate the Creative Director/Lead Art Director’s vision into visual concepts and creative executions across campaigns, seasonal advertising, editorial content, lookbooks, events, digital experiences, social media, and direct mail.
Art direct photography and video shoots for fashion, beauty, and lifestyle categories with a consistent aesthetic and strong visual storytelling aligned to brand standards.
Design and develop print and digital layouts, applying expertise in typography, composition, imagery, and luxury retail design principles.
Maintain the brand’s visual identity across multiple customer touchpoints with accuracy, consistency, and attention to detail.
Compile and present creative references, mood boards, and design solutions to support the Creative Director/Lead Art Director and guide project development.
Collaborate with photographers, stylists, retouchers, designers, and production partners to execute creative concepts.
Review and mark up retouching proofs, providing detailed feedback on color, composition, product accuracy, and image quality to ensure final assets meet brand standards.
Partner with retouchers to oversee image post-production, ensuring refinement and consistency with the intended creative direction.
Work with internal teams and external brand partners to develop co-op and collaborative content that meets store creative standards.
Stay current on fashion, luxury retail, art, photography, design, and culture, bringing relevant inspiration to the creative process.
Manage multiple projects at once, balancing deadlines, production needs, and creative quality in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

10+ years of art direction and design experience in fashion, luxury retail, editorial, or related creative industries.
Portfolio showing strong campaign carry-through, editorial design, photography art direction, and visual storytelling.
Proven art direction experience for fashion, beauty, and lifestyle photo shoots, including on-set direction and collaboration with photographers, stylists, and creative teams.
Exceptional skills in typography, layout, and design, with a refined aesthetic and strong attention to detail.
Deep understanding of luxury fashion, retail, photography, visual culture, and contemporary design trends.
Experience overseeing retouching and post-production, including reviewing and marking up retouching proofs to support brand standards and image quality.
Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite: InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Figma, plus presentation tools such as Google Slides or Keynote.
Strong knowledge of print production, color management, and digital asset creation across multiple platforms.
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining high creative excellence and meeting deadlines.
Excellent communication, presentation, and collaboration skills across creative, marketing, merchandising, and external partner teams.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize in a fast-paced, deadline-driven setting.
Passion for fashion, art, photography, interiors, and culture, with an ongoing commitment to seeking inspiration and emerging influences.

Technologies

Adobe Creative Suite
InDesign
Photoshop
Illustrator
Figma
Google Slides
Keynote

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package for eligible full-time employees (medical, vision, dental).
An amazing employee discount.
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401(k) retirement plan
Basic life insurance
Supplemental life insurance
Disability insurance
Critical illness, hospital and accident insurance (variety of additional voluntary benefits)

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with motion graphics and animation for digital and social (strong plus).
Ability to work quickly and efficiently.
Must work well under pressure.
Leadership and teamwork skills.
Strong organizational and communication skills.
Fashion aptitude with a creative, innovative approach.
Drives for results with decision-making ability.

Location: New York, New York (onsite)

Compensation: USD 112,000 - 146,000 per yearly

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3d ago

Art Director

Stream Companies West Chester, PA

West Chester, PA

3d ago

Full time Manager Marketing Ad Creative

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Job Description

Stream Companies is seeking a senior-level Art Director to lead and oversee creative design across integrated campaign deliverables in an onsite role in West Chester, PA. This position supports client strategy planning through artwork, protects brand integrity across multiple mediums, and manages day-to-day creative workflow, deadlines, and team performance.

You will partner closely with the Creative Director and other leadership to ensure deliverables move through the right channels, design processes are followed, and the creative team has clear direction. The role also includes mentoring and training graphic designers, coordinating cross-department efforts, and staying current on client and manufacturer campaigns to help drive effective content across programs.

What you’ll do

Support the Creative Director with artwork for client strategy planning and presentations
Develop and oversee appealing graphics and effective creative across digital, email, direct mail, print, and other mediums
Ensure projects are delivered on time and aligned with client brands and expectations
Directly oversee creative team members, including mentoring, training, and performance feedback
Run 1-on-1s and provide constructive feedback for projects and performance
Assign projects to team members and coordinate with AMs, ACD, CD, and other stakeholders to clarify requests and troubleshoot issues
Lead daily team standups, set priority expectations, and ensure follow-through
Serve as a resource to the team by staying informed about current design and manufacturer campaigns and goals, and coordinating graphics across multiple pieces
Troubleshoot and collaborate cross-departmentally to generate new ideas or approaches for Stream products and client marketing strategies
Maintain a strong understanding of Stream product offerings that require accompanying design deliverables, including participation in development of new technologies or offerings
Stay informed on current client and manufacturer campaigns and help coordinate necessary content across multiple pieces
Take direction and feedback from the CD, VP of Creative, and Chief Creative Officer
Ensure design processes are adhered to, including WF, AEM, and file naming
Support departmental planning around structure and processes, identifying opportunities to improve team efficiencies
Participate in new hire onboarding
Help perform the CD/ACD role in their absence by clarifying requests, troubleshooting, and delegating work as needed
Strive for operational excellence and follow Stream’s policies and procedures, including a 1-hour response time and 24-hour resolution
Take disciplinary action when needed

What you’ll bring

Bachelor’s degree or certificate in Advertising, Design, Interactive, or a related creative discipline
5-8+ years of related work experience
Prior supervisory experience preferred
Automotive experience preferred
Highly proficient in integrated branding and marketing, brand development, and creative campaigns
Strong understanding of how design affects audience engagement and campaign efficacy through layout, hierarchy, and visually compelling creative
Advanced knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite: Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator
Proficiency in optimal file setup for all mediums and prepress standards for print
Mastery of design automation, including ability to troubleshoot, audit, and maintain templates
Highly proficient conceptual design skills
Strong time management, organization, and multi-tasking abilities
Strong communication skills for clients, vendors, and internal staff
Highly proficient presentation skills and conceptual work
Understanding of the automotive industry and automotive marketing, including terminology, trends, trackers, etc.
Strong understanding of FTC, manufacturer co-op/compliance, and state advertising laws
Detail-oriented with strong organizational and project management skills, able to work well under deadlines while handling multiple tasks concurrently
Ability to create innovative concepts within a regulated industry, including atypical automotive advertising approaches

Tools and platforms

Adobe Creative Suite
Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator
AEM
WF

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3d ago

Brand & Design Director

Chase Oaks Church Plano, TX

Plano, TX

3d ago

Full time Adobe Creative Suite Art Direction Branding

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Job Description

Chase Oaks Church is looking for a Brand & Design Director to guide the organization’s visual expression across communications, campaigns, and on-site environments. In this onsite Plano, TX role, you will lead design direction, strengthen brand consistency, and build scalable systems that help internal teams and outside contributors deliver high-quality creative work.

Role focus

Shape the organization’s visual expression by ensuring created materials are clear, compelling, and consistent
Provide creative leadership across campaigns and environments while supporting organizational strategy
Protect and thoughtfully evolve the organization’s visual identity
Build scalable design systems so designers and creative contributors can execute high-quality work efficiently

Responsibilities

Maintain and elevate overall visual brand and design quality across all communications
Lead creative direction for major campaigns, sermon series, events, and organizational initiatives
Develop design systems, templates, and standards to improve consistency and efficiency
Manage freelancers and creative volunteers through feedback and direction
Design high-impact creative pieces and campaigns when needed
Collaborate with communications, content, video, and ministry teams to align creative work with strategy
Lead projects from concept to completion while maintaining strong communication across teams
Foster growth and development among creative contributors and external partners

Required skills and experience

Strong visual design and art direction skills
Ability to lead creative projects and teams effectively
Strong understanding of branding, typography, layout, and visual storytelling
Ability to give clear, constructive creative feedback
Excellent collaboration and communication skills
Strong organizational and project management abilities
Ability to balance creativity with clarity and strategic objectives
Self-motivated approach with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
Experience in graphic design, art direction, or brand leadership
Experience leading or mentoring designers, freelancers, or creative contributors
Portfolio demonstrating strong design execution and creative thinking
Experience working in fast-paced, collaborative environments preferred
Church, nonprofit, agency, or mission-driven organization experience preferred

Education

Bachelor’s degree in graphic design, Visual Communications, Fine Arts, Marketing, or related field preferred

Communication and tools

Ability to speak effectively and understandably on the phone
Ability to present information and respond to common inquiries regarding Chase Oaks ministries
High attention to customer service
Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)
Familiarity with presentation, collaboration, and project management tools
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Outlook calendaring and email
Basic knowledge of Excel and PowerPoint
Working knowledge of motion graphics, video, or web design tools preferred

Physical and work environment

Lifting 5-10 pounds is an occasional but essential requirement
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions
Noise level is usually moderate

Leadership and faith alignment for employment

Requires being a Christ-follower, with work history and lifestyle consistent with the scriptural principles of the Bible
Agrees with the Purpose, Strategy, and DNA statements of Chase Oaks
Requests each staff member be “All – In” and committed to the local body of Christ at Chase Oaks Church in worship, groups, service, and giving

Chase Oaks Church DNA

Jesus Sets Our Tone.
We’re All In The Same Boat.
We Are Here For Good.
This Is Not Our Party.
We Don’t Go It Alone.
We Are Not Set In Our Ways.
We See Beauty In Diversity.
Our Best Days Are Ahead Of Us.
We Don’t Sweat The Small Stuff.

Staff values

We cultivate because we believe in the good that is to come.
We collaborate because we are better together.
We celebrate because we can.

Leadership skills

Character - Being above reproach
Self-Leadership - Practicing rhythms that allow personal flourishing
Drive - Relentlessly pursuing excellence based on one’s unique purpose, values, strengths, and passions
Judgment - Demonstrating wisdom in action
Influence - Impacting how other people think and act

Location: Plano, TX (onsite)

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3d ago

Photo Studio Art Director

Quad/Graphics Katy, TX

Katy, TX

3d ago

Full time Manager Marketing Art Direction

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Job Description

Quad/Graphics offers comprehensive benefits designed to support healthy, balanced lives at work and at home, including physical and mental health benefits, along with financial, family, and community wellness programs.

What you’ll do

In this onsite role in Katy, TX, you will execute art direction, collaboration, and planning for photography brand imagery that helps connect brand strategy to marketing communications across multiple channels for multi-channel direct marketing businesses. The goal is to ensure photography assets support how the client and customer translate their messaging into effective creative deliverables.

You will also create and maintain processes that support consistent delivery of high-quality, guided, directed, and supervised photography results, with a focus on repeatable standards from project planning through execution.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with client or customer creative leadership, along with design, brand, and merchandise teams, to develop project photo strategy for current and future projects.

Key focus

Art direct and coordinate photography brand imagery to align with brand strategy and marketing communications.
Plan and collaborate to support translation of brand objectives into photography outcomes for multi-channel direct marketing businesses.
Establish and oversee processes that promote consistency, quality, and guided execution of photography deliverables.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits that help employees build healthy, balanced lives at work and at home
Physical and mental health benefits
Financial, family, and community wellness benefits and programs