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Job Title: Senior Art Director

Client Location: San Francisco or Los Angeles, CA - hybrid

Starting: 09/29/2025

Hours: Full-time

Duration: 3 months

Responsibilities

• Support the Associate Creative Director in developing strategic marketing campaign concepts that provide creative solutions aligned with business objectives
• Lead multiple projects and manage/motivate a team of an Art Director and 2–3 Designers
• Direct your team to build concept boards, photo briefs, and designs across multiple channels to visualize the concept
• Lead photoshoots and art direct photographers and stylists to execute creative visions
• Assign resources and manage capacity planning for your team
• Present creative concepts and deliverables in various settings
• Partner closely with Editorial, Visual Merchandising, Content Production, and Marketing to develop and deliver creative for a robust 360° client experience
• Build strong relationships with cross-functional partners
• Direct the work of the strategic agency partners

Qualifications

• 7–9+ years of design and art direction experience
• BA or BFA preferred in Graphic Design or Communication Design
• Proven team management experience
• Proficient in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail; excellent time management and ability to juggle priorities
• Strong relationship-building skills; ability to collaborate with a variety of stakeholders across disciplines
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Excellent presentation and communication skills, both written and verbal
• Knowledge and experience in retail, beauty, or fashion, with an understanding of current industry-related trends
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and meet tight deadlines
• Beauty Industry experience

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Contract

Job function

• Art/Creative

Industries

• Retail Luxury Goods and Jewelry