NYC-based Art Director

Since opening our doors back in 2013, we have been in the pursuit of the world’s most valuable creative work. We work with our clients at pivotal points of inflection through Brand Building, Brand Scaling, and Brand Comebacks. And our Timeless/Timely Methodology™ is built to generate both immediate and sustaining results for our clients.

The Creative Department at ARGONAUT is a team of talented individuals who are passionate about unlocking the timeless potential of every brand they work with. They focus on Brand Building, Brand Scaling, and Brand Comebacks, and work closely with clients to develop and produce industry-leading creative solutions that drive their businesses forward. Led by the Head of Creative, the team strives to push the creative envelope and raise the bar on the quality of their clients' creative work while delivering successful solutions that work. They are known for their deep understanding of how campaigns are effective across all channels and their ability to inspire and measure agency work against high creative standards. The department is committed to developing and nurturing top talent in the creative and production community while staying current on industry trends, pop culture, and technology. Overall, the Creative Department at ARGONAUT is a highly collaborative and innovative team that works tirelessly to create an atmosphere where the most valuable ideas can emerge.

The ARGONAUT Art Director is a creative who tells inspiring stories, sells thoughtfulIdeas, is a creative storyteller, and makes beautiful work for their client, alongside their Copywriter partner.

Create and refine visual concepts for marketing campaigns, aligning them with brand guidelines and target audiences

Ideate with copywriter on visuals and own creative work from brief toconcept to production to completion on given project across any and all brands within the agency

Collaborate with Strategy, Brand Management and Production to ensure ideas are on brief and within budget

Craft beautiful presentations full of arresting visualsDirect the development and implementation of visual elements, including typography, layout, and overall visual style. 

Develop and execute original, on-brand visual concepts across a wide range of platforms (digital, social, film/video, experiential, OOH, print)

Translate strategic briefs into compelling creative solutions with a strong visual identityWork closely with producers, designers, editors, and external vendors to bring concepts to life through production

Maintain high visual and executional standards, ensuring brand consistency and attention to detail throughout the processUse new technology to bring ideas to life

Presents work with charm

Engages the client in discussion over the work

Isn’t afraid to get their hands dirty to sell, make and create their work

Sees projects through production, ensuring the end output is nothing short of perfection.

Raises their hand and engages discussion internally and with client when work steers off the intended vision

Builds relationships with vendorsIs in tune with culture and trends

Works closely with cross-functional teams, including designers, writers, and other marketing professionals, to ensure cohesive messaging and branding

Participates in and presents creative work to internal stakeholders and clients.

Stays current with design trends, pop culture, and emerging technologies to inspire fresh, relevant work.

You are: Magic maker, Nurturing, Experimental

You value: Curiosity, Hope, Ambition 

You have: Creative vision, Collaborative communication, Energy

2 or more years of experience as an Art Director within the Advertising Industry, in-house creative teams, or related fields

Bachelor’s degree in Advertising, Graphic Design, Visual Arts, or a related field preferredArt Director portfolio, or “spec” portfolio demonstrating strong creative abilities

Excellent oral communication and presentation skills and the ability to present and justify creative ideas

Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (especially Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign); experience with Figma, After Effects, or Premiere is a plus

Strong understanding of social platforms, digital media, and integrated campaign development a plus

Experience in photo and video shoots, including art direction and post-production

Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment