Art Director

Agency Overview

Powered by intuition, connection and vision, Crown Conquer has established itself as an industry leader by working with some of the biggest and most innovative brands in the world. C C lives at the cross section of where operations, brand partnerships and events naturally meet. We challenge those brands to be an interaction with culture by ultimately creating MOMENTS OF TRUTH that comes to life across a unique alchemy of experiences, campaigns and partnerships. With our team's diverse perspectives and individual authenticity, we create the perfect blend of minds, people, energy and environment to communicate and celebrate TRUTH.

Job Overview

Crown Conquer is on the lookout for an innovative Art Director whose creative prowess is matched by their leadership skills. This role entails assisting the Creative team with art direction oversight, supporting a team of talented designers, and ensuring that our agency output aligns seamlessly with client guidelines and business needs. You will work alongside our Accounts and Strategy team to devise big-picture concepts with the goal of translating marketing and branding strategies into innovative and impressive campaigns that stimulate targeted audiences. Your role is pivotal in managing projects from conception to execution, encompassing design, copy, and collaborative efforts, all while adhering to project budgets and timelines. You should have a keen eye for details and knowledge of various art software applications to assist the team, especially when managing client revisions. The role is based in Los Angeles and reports directly to the Creative Director.

Job Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Accounts, Strategy, and Production teams to ensure design concepts align with client visions, brand standards, and strategic objectives.
• Lead the creation of print and digital graphics for diverse campaigns and live events, including assets for social media, websites, printed materials, environmental graphics, and more.
• Ensure a consistent and fresh visual brand experience across all creative outputs.
• Engage in deck design and creation, contributing to internal brand and marketing materials.
• Work directly with vendors and partners throughout the production phase, ensuring the highest quality and adherence to client specifications.
• Actively participate in brainstorming and concept development for client pitches, collaborating across departments to create and visually represent innovative ideas.
• Stay ahead of trends, adopting best practices in design and execution.

Core Competencies

• Exceptional conceptual and executional abilities, with a knack for storytelling that aligns with client objectives and audience engagement.
• Leadership skills with experience managing and inspiring a creative team.
• Deep understanding of marketing and branding strategies, translating them into compelling visual narratives.
• Mastery in design software and tools, with a strong foundation in design principles.
• Excellent project management skills, ensuring timely, budget-conscious delivery of projects.

Qualifications Requirements

• Minimum 7 years of experience in Art Direction, Branding, or Graphic Design.
• At least 3 years in a leadership role managing a design team.
• Proficiency in logo design, typography, color, web layout design, print production, image selection, and package design.
• Experience with 3D and/or motion graphics.
• Expertise in building visual identities for large-scale campaigns and brands.
• Skilled in Google Slides, Keynote, and various visual design and wire-framing tools.
• A strong portfolio demonstrating graphic design skills and a distinctive aesthetic perspective.
• Quick adaptability to brand guidelines and learning new tools.
• Exceptional prioritization skills, capable of leading and executing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Agency experience is highly preferred.

Benefits

• 100% employer-paid medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability insurance
• 401(k), flexible spending account, wellness stipend, and creative stipend
• Hybrid work schedule
• Discretionary PTO, sick leave, and paid parental leave

Pay Range: $100-130K per year

Crown Conquer is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace.