Artslandia
Art Director
Artslandia, Portland, Oregon, United States, 97204
Artslandia + En Face Magazine
Art Director
Portland, OR·Full time
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Artslandia Magazine and En Face Magazine seek a visionary Art Director to lead our creative direction across multiple projects and publications.Description
Job Title:
Art DirectorReports to:
Chief of StaffPosition Type:
Full Time, ExemptBenefits:
Medical, Dental, Vision,
Flexible Paid Time Off in addition to 10 Paid Holidays, 401k MatchSchedule:
80 hours per 2-week pay period. Paid every two weeks.Position DescriptionArtslandia Magazine and En Face Magazine seek a visionary Art Director to lead our creative direction across multiple projects and publications. This individual will blend strategic oversight with creative execution, ensuring our brands' compelling and cohesive visual narratives. This role involves leadership across design processes, brand consistency, production oversight, and team management while fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment.Key ResponsibilitiesCreative Leadership and StrategyIn this role, you'll be tasked with setting the overarching vision for our design and creative direction, aligning this vision closely with our brand goals and our audience's expectations. You will oversee the design of all publications from their inception to their final delivery, requiring close collaboration with key team members, including the Associate Publisher, Operations Director, Sales Manager, and Project Managers. This collaborative approach ensures that every project is cohesive, meets our high standards, and fulfills our strategic objectives.Design Management and ProductionYou will create and manage a system to assign publication projects to external contract designers, ensuring that this process aligns with our budgetary constraints and quality standards. Part of your role involves developing templates for these publications to guarantee that all design work meets client specifications and adheres strictly to our brand guidelines. Furthermore, you'll oversee the entire production process, which encompasses proofing, editing, and the approval of publications. This comprehensive oversight extends across various stages and platforms, including PageProof, Apogee, and InSite, ensuring a seamless and high-quality output for all our publication efforts.Team Leadership and DevelopmentIn this capacity, you will mentor staff, freelance designers, and interns, guiding their professional development and encouraging the production of high-quality work. Your role includes reviewing and approving the work of contract designers to maintain a consistent level of excellence across all projects. Additionally, you will be involved in hiring new publication designers, playing a crucial role in selecting talented individuals who align with our creative vision. Monitoring their hours will also be a key responsibility, ensuring that productivity and workflow are optimized for peak efficiency and effectiveness.Brand Consistency and Quality AssuranceYour role involves upholding brand consistency across all projects by strictly adhering to internal Brand Guidelines and updating the Designer Handbook. This task is critical to ensure our visual identity remains cohesive and strong. Additionally, you will be responsible for regularly proofing and adjusting publication layouts and ads, a process vital to maintaining our commitment to quality from the initial design phase to the final print. Part of your duties also includes troubleshooting any print issues and promptly addressing advertiser or client complaints. This approach is key to sustaining high customer service and product quality standards, ensuring that our publications not only meet but exceed expectations.Operational Efficiency and CollaborationIn this position, you will be crucial in bridging the communication gap between the design, sales, and production teams, ensuring that risks, obstacles, and schedules are managed effectively. You will be tasked with facilitating weekly production meetings and monthly design reviews, initiatives that are essential for fostering collaboration and driving continuous improvement across departments. Additionally, your responsibilities will include onboarding and training diverse stakeholders—clients, designers, sales teams, and production managers—on our systems and processes, ensuring everyone is aligned and proficient in their roles for smooth project execution and delivery.Innovation and VisionYou will spearhead the creative development of the Artslandia Annual design, a pivotal project that epitomizes our brand's artistic apex. This involves organizing files and coordinating the publication process, overseeing photoshoots and the aggregation of assets, and ensuring that every visual element aligns with our overarching vision. Additionally, your role necessitates staying up-to-date with the latest industry trends and technologies, enabling you to seek innovative solutions and creative products constantly. This proactive approach is crucial for enhancing our brand's market presence, ensuring we remain at the cutting edge of our industry.Qualifications:Demonstrated experience as an Art Director with a strong foundation in project management and graphic design.Advanced proficiency in graphic design software and a proven track record of maintaining brand consistency across a range of projects.A creative thinker with excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to lead and inspire a team.Solid experience in publications and advertising design, coupled with a keen understanding of quality assurance processes.Effective communication and collaboration skills, with experience in budget management and team leadership.What We Offer:A collaborative and innovative work environment where creativity is encouraged and valued.Opportunities for professional development and growth within the company.Competitive salary and benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance, as well as retirement savings plans.This dynamic role offers a diverse range of projects and the chance to make a significant impact on our brand and marketing efforts.Application Process:
If you are a creative, detail-oriented professional with a passion for design excellence and brand storytelling, apply to join the Artslandia Magazine and En Face Magazine teams. This is your chance to contribute to the visual and creative direction of two leading publications in the arts sector.Please submit your resume, cover letter, and portfolio showcasing your best work to Bella Showerman, Chief of Staff to bella@artslandia.com.Join us in driving our brand forward with your creativity and strategic insight.About Rampant Creative, Inc. (DBA Artslandia + En Face Magazine)Rampant Creative serves as the visionary parent company, overseeing the dynamic entities of Artslandia and En Face Magazine. Within this exceptional trio, Rampant Creative stands as a strategic guide, providing a framework for innovation and growth. Artslandia, a cultural powerhouse, is dedicated to promoting and celebrating all things arts and culture in the amazing city of Portland, Oregon, while En Face Magazine, under the umbrella of Rampant Creative, captures hearts with its distinctive approach to celebrating and elevating ballet across the nation. En Face Magazine is not only a beacon of creative excellence but is also actively engaged in building a valuable niche ballet network of publications. This strategic initiative aligns with our commitment to the arts, fostering a community of ballet enthusiasts through insightful publications that delve into the intricacies of this exquisite art form. As we embark on a journey of national growth, joining Rampant Creative, Artslandia, and En Face Magazine means becoming an integral part of a visionary team, shaping the narrative of success in a dynamic and innovative environment.
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Art Director
Portland, OR·Full time
Company website
Apply for Art Director
Artslandia Magazine and En Face Magazine seek a visionary Art Director to lead our creative direction across multiple projects and publications.Description
Job Title:
Art DirectorReports to:
Chief of StaffPosition Type:
Full Time, ExemptBenefits:
Medical, Dental, Vision,
Flexible Paid Time Off in addition to 10 Paid Holidays, 401k MatchSchedule:
80 hours per 2-week pay period. Paid every two weeks.Position DescriptionArtslandia Magazine and En Face Magazine seek a visionary Art Director to lead our creative direction across multiple projects and publications. This individual will blend strategic oversight with creative execution, ensuring our brands' compelling and cohesive visual narratives. This role involves leadership across design processes, brand consistency, production oversight, and team management while fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment.Key ResponsibilitiesCreative Leadership and StrategyIn this role, you'll be tasked with setting the overarching vision for our design and creative direction, aligning this vision closely with our brand goals and our audience's expectations. You will oversee the design of all publications from their inception to their final delivery, requiring close collaboration with key team members, including the Associate Publisher, Operations Director, Sales Manager, and Project Managers. This collaborative approach ensures that every project is cohesive, meets our high standards, and fulfills our strategic objectives.Design Management and ProductionYou will create and manage a system to assign publication projects to external contract designers, ensuring that this process aligns with our budgetary constraints and quality standards. Part of your role involves developing templates for these publications to guarantee that all design work meets client specifications and adheres strictly to our brand guidelines. Furthermore, you'll oversee the entire production process, which encompasses proofing, editing, and the approval of publications. This comprehensive oversight extends across various stages and platforms, including PageProof, Apogee, and InSite, ensuring a seamless and high-quality output for all our publication efforts.Team Leadership and DevelopmentIn this capacity, you will mentor staff, freelance designers, and interns, guiding their professional development and encouraging the production of high-quality work. Your role includes reviewing and approving the work of contract designers to maintain a consistent level of excellence across all projects. Additionally, you will be involved in hiring new publication designers, playing a crucial role in selecting talented individuals who align with our creative vision. Monitoring their hours will also be a key responsibility, ensuring that productivity and workflow are optimized for peak efficiency and effectiveness.Brand Consistency and Quality AssuranceYour role involves upholding brand consistency across all projects by strictly adhering to internal Brand Guidelines and updating the Designer Handbook. This task is critical to ensure our visual identity remains cohesive and strong. Additionally, you will be responsible for regularly proofing and adjusting publication layouts and ads, a process vital to maintaining our commitment to quality from the initial design phase to the final print. Part of your duties also includes troubleshooting any print issues and promptly addressing advertiser or client complaints. This approach is key to sustaining high customer service and product quality standards, ensuring that our publications not only meet but exceed expectations.Operational Efficiency and CollaborationIn this position, you will be crucial in bridging the communication gap between the design, sales, and production teams, ensuring that risks, obstacles, and schedules are managed effectively. You will be tasked with facilitating weekly production meetings and monthly design reviews, initiatives that are essential for fostering collaboration and driving continuous improvement across departments. Additionally, your responsibilities will include onboarding and training diverse stakeholders—clients, designers, sales teams, and production managers—on our systems and processes, ensuring everyone is aligned and proficient in their roles for smooth project execution and delivery.Innovation and VisionYou will spearhead the creative development of the Artslandia Annual design, a pivotal project that epitomizes our brand's artistic apex. This involves organizing files and coordinating the publication process, overseeing photoshoots and the aggregation of assets, and ensuring that every visual element aligns with our overarching vision. Additionally, your role necessitates staying up-to-date with the latest industry trends and technologies, enabling you to seek innovative solutions and creative products constantly. This proactive approach is crucial for enhancing our brand's market presence, ensuring we remain at the cutting edge of our industry.Qualifications:Demonstrated experience as an Art Director with a strong foundation in project management and graphic design.Advanced proficiency in graphic design software and a proven track record of maintaining brand consistency across a range of projects.A creative thinker with excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to lead and inspire a team.Solid experience in publications and advertising design, coupled with a keen understanding of quality assurance processes.Effective communication and collaboration skills, with experience in budget management and team leadership.What We Offer:A collaborative and innovative work environment where creativity is encouraged and valued.Opportunities for professional development and growth within the company.Competitive salary and benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance, as well as retirement savings plans.This dynamic role offers a diverse range of projects and the chance to make a significant impact on our brand and marketing efforts.Application Process:
If you are a creative, detail-oriented professional with a passion for design excellence and brand storytelling, apply to join the Artslandia Magazine and En Face Magazine teams. This is your chance to contribute to the visual and creative direction of two leading publications in the arts sector.Please submit your resume, cover letter, and portfolio showcasing your best work to Bella Showerman, Chief of Staff to bella@artslandia.com.Join us in driving our brand forward with your creativity and strategic insight.About Rampant Creative, Inc. (DBA Artslandia + En Face Magazine)Rampant Creative serves as the visionary parent company, overseeing the dynamic entities of Artslandia and En Face Magazine. Within this exceptional trio, Rampant Creative stands as a strategic guide, providing a framework for innovation and growth. Artslandia, a cultural powerhouse, is dedicated to promoting and celebrating all things arts and culture in the amazing city of Portland, Oregon, while En Face Magazine, under the umbrella of Rampant Creative, captures hearts with its distinctive approach to celebrating and elevating ballet across the nation. En Face Magazine is not only a beacon of creative excellence but is also actively engaged in building a valuable niche ballet network of publications. This strategic initiative aligns with our commitment to the arts, fostering a community of ballet enthusiasts through insightful publications that delve into the intricacies of this exquisite art form. As we embark on a journey of national growth, joining Rampant Creative, Artslandia, and En Face Magazine means becoming an integral part of a visionary team, shaping the narrative of success in a dynamic and innovative environment.
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