Art Director

Job Title:

Art Director

About Bombas:

Bombas is a comfort focused apparel brand with a mission to help those in need. The company launched in 2013, after the founders learned that socks are the #1 most requested clothing item at homeless shelters. From there, they set out to solve that problem, donating a pair of socks for every pair they sell. How do you donate a lot of socks? You sell a lot. And how do you sell a lot? You make the most comfortable socks in the history of feet. Millions of pairs sold and donated later, Bombas is continuing to innovate with new socks and apparel while creating a positive impact on the community where we all work and live.

Click here to see what it's like to work inside the Bombas Hive!

The word Bombas is derived from the Latin word for bumblebees. Bees work together to make their hive a better place. At Bombas, we’re inspired by that. We know it’s the collective efforts of our team that keeps the Hive alive and strong - a team that is diverse and inclusive. Different perspectives strengthen our ability to make the most comfortable versions of the products people wear closest to their bodies every day and to serve the communities where we all work and live. We are committed to continuously building a Hive where all are welcomed, seen, and heard regardless of age, color, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, genetics, physical or mental ability, protected veteran, status, race, religion and sexual orientation. As a team, we will strive to create room for different experiences and empower all voices

About the Job:

We are seeking a highly skilled and creative Art Director to join our dynamic creative team at Bombas. As an Art Director of the Bombas Creative Team, you will not only be a high-level creative thinker, but also an innovative and adept executor. You will play a pivotal role in shaping the visual identity of our brand across various marketing channels, elevating the overall customer experience and promoting our social mission. Additionally, you will bring valuable on-set photoshoot experience and possess the ability to think creatively and strategically around photoshoot ideation and direction. 

What you’ll be responsible for:

• Creative Direction- Provide visionary and outside-the-box thinking for creative concepting and direction within photography, video, graphic design and other visual assets, ensuring they adhere to brand guidelines, communicate our brand story effectively, and evolve the look and feel of the creative.
• Campaign Development- Conceptualize and execute creative campaigns, from ideation to execution that drive brand awareness, engagement and customer acquisition. 
• Content Creation- Lead and contribute to the design and development of visually stunning and compelling content for our website, emails, direct mail, social marketing channels and all brand touchpoints.
• On Set Photoshoot Experience- Utilize your expertise in on-set photoshoot production, working closely with our internal production team to bring creative concepts to life. 
• Photoshoot Direction- Think creatively and strategically to provide clear direction during pre-pro, on set and in post, ensuring that all final imagery aligns with the brand vision and resonates with our target audience. 
• Team Management- Manage and mentor a team of designers and artists, inspiring them to deliver their best work and fostering a collaborative and innovative creative environment. 
• Market Research- Stay informed about industry trends, competitors, and best practices, applying this knowledge to improve our creative output and maintain a cutting-edge visual presence.
• Collaboration- Work closely with cross-functional teams, including marketing, product, production, merchandising, project management and more, to align creative efforts with business objectives and maintain a cohesive brand experience.
• Brand Guidelines- Ensure that all visual assets adhere to established brand guidelines, and if necessary, help evolve and update these guidelines to meet the evolving needs of the brand.

What we’ll love about you:

• Strong understanding of brand identity, consumer behavior and design trends.
• Exceptional attention to detail and a keen eye for aesthetics and visual storytelling. 
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, and the ability to articulate and present creative concepts effectively. 
• A passion for creativity, innovation and purpose-driven initiatives. .
• Strong technical understanding of image file formats, image resolution, and their differences.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively on cross-functional teams solving customer challenges through problem definition, iteration workflow analysis, schematics.
• A team player who is willing and happy to help
• Belief in our mission and understand the importance of giving-back
• Inquisitive, love to learn, embrace failure, and never give up
• Comfortable working in an open office environment while staying focused

What you’ll love about us:

• We are a team of smart, interesting, diverse, funny, and loving people.
• We offer competitive compensation, employer paid health, medical and dental benefits, 401k with match, paid parental leave, snacks, socks and a fun, relaxed office environment.
• We take the responsibility to make sure you are excited, happy, and find fulfillment in your work very seriously.
• We value fun. This is why we host office lunches, offsite team outings and company retreats.
• We believe in giving back to the community and helping those in need, which is why we volunteer as a team regularly.
• We believe success comes from the collective effort of all, which is why all full-time employees receive equity in the business.
• We offer flexible paid time off for all full-time employees. This includes unlimited vacation, sick days, and wellness days because we understand the value of health, relaxation, spending time with friends and family, and traveling the world.
• We believe a healthy body equals a healthy mind, so we offer a $100 monthly health and wellness reimbursement.

What you’ll bring:

• Proven experience (minimum of 5 years) as an Art Director or in a similar creative leadership role, preferable within the lifestyle or eCommerce industries. 
• A strong portfolio showcasing your creative vision, innovative ideas and exceptional execution within photoshoots and across all media channels.
• Proficiency in design software such as Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign,)  Figma, and other relevant tools.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and inspire creative teams, providing clear direction and constructive feedback.
• Previous experience in on-set photoshoot production with the ability to direct and collaborate effectively with production teams. This includes bringing swipe and a range of concepts to the team.

Bombas is committed to delivering competitive and equitable pay for our employees.

Each component of the Bombas total rewards package, including benefits and pay, is aimed at contributing to an environment where team members have resources to  manage their lives and are enabled to focus on doing their best work.

The pay range for this position at the start of employment is expected to be between $100,000 and $110,000/year. However, the base pay offered may vary depending on multiple factors, including job-related knowledge, skills, experience, market factors, and business need.

The Bombas total rewards package offered for this position may also include other elements, such as annual bonus and equity target award opportunities as well as medical, financial, and well-being benefits. Additional details of these benefits will be provided if a candidate receives an offer of employment.

If hired, the position is “at-will” and the Company reserves the right to modify any component, plan, or program of the total rewards package at any time, for any reason.