Art Director

Pattern is hiring an Art Director in a hybrid role based in Lehi, Utah. The position leads the development and execution of e-commerce creative strategies and creates visual assets that support partners across multiple channels.

Role Summary

In this role, you will provide data-backed creative direction spanning design, photography and video, web, packaging, and production workflows. You will oversee concept development, art direction through final production, and the delivery of presentation materials for pitching ideas to brand executives.

Responsibilities

• Apply creative expertise to identify problems and develop data-driven solutions
• Oversee and assist in designing visual content that aligns with client style guides
• Direct and support a team of designers to execute visual concepts through final production
• Present work to brands, delivering a strong design point of view supported by data-driven strategy
• Own large-scale production projects involving hundreds of deliverables
• Develop and create presentation materials to pitch concepts to clients
• Provide art direction and participate in photo and video shoots, including shot lists, production, and styling
• Develop comprehensive, detailed creative briefs for production projects
• Lead and mentor junior team members to build design skills

Requirements

• BFA degree in Graphic Design or a related field
• 4–7 years of progressive professional graphic design experience, including at least 2 years in a senior role
• Advanced typography skills
• Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign), Figma, Google Suite, and MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Strong attention to detail with emphasis on accuracy, quality, and organization
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage multiple large-scale projects in a fast-paced environment
• Styling interest or experience is a bonus
• Creative strategy or e-commerce conversion optimization background is a bonus

Technologies

• Adobe Creative Suite: Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign
• Figma
• Google Suite
• MS Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint

Benefits

• Unlimited PTO
• Paid Holidays
• Onsite Fitness Center
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Casual Dress Code
• Competitive Pay
• Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance
• 401(k) match: Pattern matches 100% of the first 3% in eligible compensation deferred, and 50% of the next 2% in eligible compensation deferred

What High Performance Looks Like

• Proactively search for ways to solve problems for brands and internal teams
• Complete assignments in a timely manner
• Deliver 100% effort on tasks and projects
• Actively comment and participate in group collaborations
• Embrace autonomy, take full ownership of projects, and follow through to completion
• Work within client style guides
• Maintain a passion for design and creative problem solving
• Provide world-class experience for brand partners

Team & Collaboration

You will work alongside full-time Art Directors, Graphic Designers, Writers, Photo and Video Directors, and other creative team members. The team is data driven and results oriented, with a focus on autonomy and action. Collaboration includes working with partner executives to implement actionable solutions, with ideas and input encouraged from all members.

Growth Potential

This role is intended to support professional growth and networking. Pattern promotes internally and offers multiple opportunities for growth within the company.

First 30 / 60 / 90 Days

• 30 Days: Become familiar with brand partner needs, build strong relationships with team members, and establish a comfortable workflow
• 60 Days: Coordinate the team’s efforts and pitch ideas to brand partners
• 90 Days: Hold regular mentorship sessions with each team member, incorporate feedback from brand partners, and contribute to revenue growth through optimized creative assets

Hiring Process

• Initial phone interview with Pattern’s talent acquisition team
• Video interview with a hiring manager
• Onsite interview with a panel of team members
• Professional reference checks
• Executive review
• Offer

Additional Application Notes

• An online portfolio is required to apply. Include a link to your portfolio on your resume.
• You may use AI tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications and analyzing data. These tools assist the recruitment team and do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are made by humans. If you want more information about how your data is processed, contact Pattern.

How to Stand Out as an Applicant

• Share professional accomplishments with quantified examples and specific data
• Explain how you can add value to the team
• Focus on demonstrating how you would be partner obsessed at Pattern
• Include experience from side projects related to data and analytics

Work Location

Lehi, UT (hybrid)