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Associate Director, Creative

United States, New York 120800.00 - 165000.00 USD / Year · Job Posted February 17, 2026
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The Associate Director, Creative is a visual visionary and a tactical leader. You are responsible for defining the aesthetic direction of our key accounts and ensuring that every touchpoint, from social content to large-scale integrated campaigns, is visually stunning and strategically sound. In this role, you bridge the gap between 'the big idea' and 'the beautiful execution.' You are a master of craft who can still design or art direct high-stakes work, but you are equally focused on mentoring a team of designers and art directors to elevate their visual output.

Job Responsibility

  • Lead the visual evolution of brands
  • Guide a team of junior to mid-level Art Directors and Designers
  • Take ownership of the visual narrative across multi-channel campaigns
  • Lead the visual side of production
  • Act as the visual authority in client meetings
  • Partner with Creative leadership to evolve design workflows, establish quality standards, and identify new tools or AI-driven technologies
  • Foster an inclusive, design-forward culture

Requirements

  • 5+ years of experience in art direction or design within a creative agency or high-growth brand environment or related field
  • Showcasing a mastery of art direction, layout, typography, and integrated visual storytelling across various platforms
  • Experience leading small teams or overseeing the work of freelancers and junior creatives
  • Expert-level knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, etc.) and familiarity with Figma, motion design, or emerging AI creative tools
  • The ability to ensure that every visual choice, from color palette to casting, serves the client’s business goals and brand identity
  • The ability to present high-level visual concepts to C-suite clients, explaining how design drives business results
  • An understanding of the B2B landscape

What we offer

  • Healthcare, Dental, and Vision coverage
  • 401k plan, plus matching
  • PTO
  • Paid Company Holidays
  • Parental Leave
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