Jr. Art Director - Creative Marketing

The Jr Art Director will lead the visual and artistic direction of all marketing campaigns and materials. This role requires a highly creative individual with a strong eye for design, a deep understanding of fashion aesthetics, and the ability to bring brand visions to life through compelling visual storytelling. The Creative Art Director will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure cohesive and impactful brand messaging across all channels.Key Responsibilities:Creative Direction:With Sr Director, create and oversee the visual concepts for all marketing campaigns, ensuring they align with the brand’s identity and strategic goals.Develop high-quality visuals, including photography, videography, graphics, and layouts.Ensure that all creative assets are executed flawlessly, maintaining consistency and quality across all marketing materials.Design and Production:Manage the end-to-end design process for marketing materials, including print, digital, and social media assets.Oversee the production of creative content, ensuring it meets the brand’s standards and resonates with the target audience.Maintain high standards for design quality, reviewing and approving all creative work before it is finalized and published.Collaboration and Communication:Work closely with Wantable marketing, design, merchandising product development, and e-commerce teams to ensure cohesive and integrated marketing campaigns.Collaborate with external agencies, photographers, videographers, and other creative partners to produce high-quality marketing content.Present creative concepts and campaign visuals to senior management and key stakeholders, incorporating feedback into final designs.Team Leadership and Development:Lead, mentor, and inspire graphic designers, fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment.Identify and nurture talent within the team, providing opportunities for professional growth and development.Conduct regular performance evaluations, set objectives, and provide constructive feedback to team members.Brand Management:Ensure all creative work aligns with the brand’s visual identity and guidelines.With Sr Director, develop and implement strategies to enhance the brand’s image and visual presence in the market.Market Research and Analysis:Stay updated on industry trends, competitor activities, and consumer preferences to inform design decisions and keep the brand ahead of the market.Utilize market research and consumer insights to create visuals that resonate with the target audience.Digital Marketing Support:Create visually engaging content for social media platformsDesign visually appealing email templates and graphics to support email marketing campaigns.Collaborate with the web development team to ensure the website’s visual elements are consistent with the brand’s identity and enhance the user experience.Budget and Financial Management:Assist Sr Director in managing the creative marketing budget, ensuring efficient use of resources.Collaborate with Sr Director to ensure marketing initiatives are cost-effective and align with financial targets.RequirementsQualifications:Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Fine Arts, Marketing, or a related field.Minimum of 7 years of experience in graphic design, with at least 2 years in a leadership role within the fashion industry.Strong portfolio showcasing expertise in visual storytelling, design, and creative direction.Proficiency in design software such as Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign).Strong understanding of design principles, typography, color theory, and layout.Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously.Detail-oriented with a strong eye for aesthetics and visual composition.Working Conditions:This position may require travel to photo shoots, industry events, and meetings with external partners.The role is a hybrid position with a minimum of 2 in-office days/week and may involve work in various environments depending on creative activities.Please note that this job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position and does not encompass every task or responsibility that may be requiredBenefitsMedicalVisionDentalEmployee Discount401KPaid HolidaysPTO