Senior Art Director Job at 1000heads (New York)

Senior Art Director

1000heads

Location:
United States , New York ▼
Los Angeles
Chicago
Miami

Category:
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Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

100000.00 - 120000.00 USD / Year

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Job Description:

Our Senior Art Director needs to thrive in fast-paced environments and love the challenge of discovering engaging and innovative content that genuinely excites our target audience. The person is hands-on and visionary, involved in creating impactful social, digital and brand activation campaigns, from concept to execution, working on a design-savvy team and across clients to help brands effectively tell their story through various channels. We depend on the Senior Art Director for the development of our offering; championing and selling creative work, actively evolving design strategies which promote excellence, and translating marketing and branding strategies into fresh and impressive campaigns. All this while always acting as the guardian of quality and overall look and feel.

Job Responsibility:

Partner with copywriters and creative teammates to concept and develop bold, social-first ideas
Translate strategic briefs into clear visual direction, style, and storytelling
Create and present sketches, storyboards, mockups, and layouts that bring creative ideas to life
Lead the design and execution of digital and social campaigns that are both beautiful and effective
Be up-to-date with AI tools and how to incorporate them in the creative workflow
Oversee all stages of content creation, from concept through production and post, ensuring every asset hits the brief and brand standards
Collaborate with producers, photographers, directors, editors, and developers to deliver high-quality creative across formats
Guide productions of all sizes, managing shoots and creative direction both on set and remotely
Mentor and inspire junior designers, fostering growth and maintaining a high creative bar across the team
Contribute to creative reviews, offering sharp, strategic, and inspiring feedback
Manage timelines and budgets to keep projects running smoothly and efficiently

Requirements:

6+ years of experience in art direction or design, ideally within social, digital, or agency environments
A strong portfolio showcasing concept-to-launch creative across social, digital, and integrated campaigns
Expert understanding of visual storytelling, composition, typography, and brand identity
Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects, Premiere) and familiarity with emerging design and motion tools
Deep understanding of social platforms, formats, safe-zones, and what makes content resonate in-feed
Proven ability to lead creative projects, from brainstorming to final delivery, with sharp attention to detail
Experience guiding or mentoring junior creatives and fostering collaborative team environments
Comfortable presenting ideas to clients and internal teams with confidence and clarity
Strong organizational and time management skills — able to juggle multiple projects without missing a beat
Ability to collaborate with multiple teams, positively influencing the creative process and outcomes
Resilience to keep pushing and improving work with the team, even when ideas or assets are not approved
Passion for culture, creativity, and pushing ideas beyond the expected

What we offer:

Medical, dental, vision, and more!
Generous time off package, including the last week of the year
401k & Roth retirement investment options with employer match
Gym and professional development stipends
Culture Club with monthly activities like sports, games and happy hours
DEI Council and Employee Resource Groups
Commute and parking benefits
Wellness program that focuses on mental, physical and financial employee wellness
And much more!

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
January 09, 2026

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

Hybrid work

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