Art Director

Job Title: Art Director

Reporting to: Executive Creative Director 

Department: Creative & Brand

Salary Range: $90,000 - $115,000 (Exempt Full-Time)

Location: New York, NY (In-Office 4 Days a Week, Remote Fridays)

Position Overview: 

Bubble is looking for a visionary Art Director with 5+ years of beauty photo and video experience who knows how to translate brand identity into unforgettable visual moments. You’ll support the ECD to build and maintain Bubble’s visual brand expression – art directing across campaigns, social, product launches, and collaborations – bringing the brand to life in ways that feel fresh, authentic and culturally relevant.

Job Duties & Responsibilities 

• Partner with the ECD, Design Director and Copy Director to concept and develop innovative 360 brand campaigns, product launches and collaborations 
• Execute photo and video shoots from moodboard to final edit – including casting, shot development, on-set art direction (photo, lighting and HMU direction) and post-production (overseeing retouching and video editing).
• Translate strategic objectives into compelling, on-brand visuals that resonate with our target audience
• Ensure design excellence, consistency, and attention to detail across all deliverables following brand guidelines (typography, composition, style and overall aesthetic) 
• Maintain an up-to-date understanding of design trends, pop culture, and competitor landscape, translating insights into scroll-stopping creative.
• Maintain visual consistency while pushing creative boundaries
• Present work to cross-functional partners and leadership with confidence and clarity
• Collaborate with external vendors, including photographers, agents and production companies

Expectations & Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in art direction, brand design, or related creative roles. 
• Beauty experience preferred.
• A standout portfolio that shows bold, culturally relevant work, showcasing a range of campaign, digital and branding work
• Advanced knowledge of photography and lighting. Prior on-set experience required.
• Advanced knowledge of design tools (Adobe Creative Suite, Capture-One, Figma). Familiarity with video editing and/or animation software is a plus.
• Experience leading creative projects from concept through execution
• A sharp visual eye and a passion for aesthetics, storytelling, and cultural relevance
• Confident, collaborative, and passionate about storytelling through visuals
• A proactive, solutions-oriented mindset with high creative standards
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Flexibility to work under pressure and adjust to evolving needs and priorities