Art Director Job at Quinlan, Buffalo, NY

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  • Quinlan
  • Buffalo, NY

Job Description

The Art Director is responsible for producing artwork for client brands including web pages, social posts, brochures, and other elements. Position may be Full-time, Part-time, or Freelance depending on applicants.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing, Graphic Design, Art, Communications or related field
  • Five years (or more) of creative work in an advertising setting
  • An intimate understanding of design and web best practices/guidelines
  • Experience with a variety of software, including Adobe Creative Suite, Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, Premiere. Experience in After Effects, Lightroom, and Adobe Animate preferred
  • Understanding of brand voice/tone/look (guidelines)
  • Experience setting up mechanical files for print
  • Experience in design for print, web, and social media
  • Production experience managing vendors and clients for printing and installations 
  • Video and photography production experience including creating shot lists, storyboards, and experience on-set and/or directing with a crew
  • Photography/lighting experience
  • Continued awareness of the latest social media and advertising trends
  • A strong understanding of brand development and marketing concepts
  • Ability to thoughtfully defend creative decision making and explain design choices
  • Works well under pressure, thriving under tight deadlines

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Partners with copywriter/content strategist to develop deliverables
  • Manages the creative team to ensure that assigned deliverables are on-time, on-budget, and on-brand.
  • Leads the creative team in new business efforts and is responsible for all creative presentations
  • Provides leadership and inspiration, and conveys the vision and values of the agency.
  • Stays current on industry trends, while identifying and implementing creative solutions that strengthen our clients market distinction and leadership position.
  • Lead brainstorming/creative sessions to generate ideas.
  • Participates in continuous professional development (e.g. certifications, workshops, additions to skill set).

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands are representative of those that must be met to perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Light physical effort in an office environment
  • Frequent computer use / data entry; repetitive motions of the wrist, hands, and/or fingers 
  • Must have close visual acuity to perform activities such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; and viewing a computer 
  • Ability to receive detailed information through oral communication 
  • Must be able to lift up to 20 pounds (files, paper boxes) periodically
  • Primary sedentary work with occasional bending and reaching

The above job description is not a contractual or binding document, nor does it alter the employment at-will status. It is provided as a guide to the types of essential duties required to be performed. Duties may vary from time to time and this description is subject to review. Modifications will be made as needed to support changes in business requirements.

I have reviewed and understand the job description and believe it to be accurate and complete. I understand that Quinlan retains the right to change the Job Description as they deem necessary. I will follow and adhere to my Job Description to the best of my ability.

Job Tags

Full time, Part time, Freelance, Gangs,

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