Art Director - Photographer and Video Job at Blue Sky The Color of Imagination i

Position Summary: 

Talented and versatile Art Director to join the Marketing team, with an emphasis on Photography and Videography. A skilled professional who can manage and execute photo and video projects from concept to completion, working with internal and external teams. The ideal candidate must have a strong understanding of brand marketing and will bring expertise in creating distinct and engaging visual content to elevate the presentation of the company’s multiple brands. This role will support our omnichannel national marketing strategy and brand-building initiatives through photography and videography, for ecommerce, digital marketing, social media marketing, campaign execution support, and interactive experiences. Specifically creating ecommerce content for Amazon and Shopify to include in-house video and graphics. We are looking for a problem solver, skilled communicator, and artist at heart. Must have experience with consumer products. Agency experience is a plus.

Team Structure:

Reports to the Chief Marketing Officer. Works closely with Ecommerce, Marketing, Communications, Brand Strategist, Research, Social Media, and Graphic Design.

Responsibilities Include:

·      Product Photography and Videography:

Create stunning product imagery for use across a variety of channels. Develop unique and tailored looks for each product line, ensuring that each product’s identity and target audience are effectively represented.

• Prop Sourcing & Styling:
• Have a strong eye for selecting complementary items, backgrounds, and textures that align with each product line’s branding and narrative.
• Brand Consistency:
• Maintain a deep understanding of the various product lines' branding and messaging.
• Post-Production & Editing:
• Edit and retouch photos using Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Lightroom, etc.) to ensure images are polished and meet brand and platform standards.
• Studio & Video Shoot Management:
• Set up and manage the in-office studio, lighting, and background elements. Execute off-site shoots as needed. Ensure that deadlines are met within the established budget.
• Project and Asset Management:
• Manage requests and processes with internal and external teams with respect to content creation. Manage asset libraries accordingly.

·      Stay on Trend:

Keep up to date with industry trends in photography, styling, and visual storytelling.

·      Travel:

Attend on-location photoshoots, video shoots, industry trade shows, events, sales meetings, and presentations as necessary.

·      Any other task or duty as assigned or required as it pertains to this department and this role

Job Qualifications/Requirements:

·      BA in Graphic Design or related field

·      5+ years of relevant work experience

·      Must have experience with consumer products

·      Agency experience is a plus

·      Expert level Adobe Creative Suite knowledge

·      Experience with product (CPG) photography / videography

·      Experience with prop sourcing and styling

·      Knowledge of eCommerce and social media content creation best practices

·      Ability to work both in studio and on-location settings

·      Ability to manage a project from connect to completion with attention to detail

·      Experience with project management software (Mondays, Jira, etc.)

·      Contribute to a positive, collaborative work environment

Reports To: Chief Marketing Officer

Status: Exempt

Department: Marketing/Ecommerce

Schedule & Location: This position works a Hybrid Flexible schedule working four days at the Irvine location: Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays; and working remote Fridays. Normal business hours are 8:00 am to 5:00pm Mon – Thurs and 8:00am – 3:00pm on Fridays.

Please note: The remote work privilege may be canceled at the discretion of the company at any time with reasonable notice of not less than 15 days.

Eligible to WFH: Yes, 1 day (Friday)

Direct Reports: No

Compensation Starting Range for Base Salary: $100,869 - $110,036

Physical Activities:

The following physical activities described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and expectations.

While performing the functions of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, talk, or hear; occasionally required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and color vision.

Environmental Conditions:

There are no harmful environmental conditions that are present for this position.

The noise level in the work environment is usually mild to moderate.

Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

U.S. Based candidates only.

This position is not eligible for relocation assistance. 

This job description indicates in general the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities and other essential functions expected of the role. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under his/her supervision. Ability to competently perform all the essential duties of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, demonstrated commitment to the company’s mission, and the ability to work productively as a member of a team or work group are basic requirements of all positions at Blue Sky the Color of Imagination, LLC.

About The Company:

Blue Sky is a leader in organization and the #1 planner brand in the U.S. As an innovator in the stationery industry, Blue Sky and its employees are highly committed to fashion, function, and trend – bringing only the best product to market at major omnichannel retailers nationwide.

We are committed to building an inclusive culture of belonging that not only embraces the diversity of our people but also reflects the diversity of the communities in which we work and the customers we serve. We know that the happiest and highest performing teams include people with diverse perspectives that encourage new ways of solving problems, so we strive to attract and develop talent from all backgrounds and create workplaces where everyone feels seen, heard and empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work.

• Blue Sky the Color of Imagination LLC is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.