Art Director

About the Role

SixSpeed seeks an experienced Art Director with 2 to 5 years of expertise in art direction to join their creative team. The ideal candidate will lead the visual conception and execution of brand communications, combining emotional storytelling with strategic design to engage audiences and motivate action. An active collaborator and inspiring leader, this individual will guide teams to develop innovative work that sets adventurous brands apart from competitors.

Responsibilities

• Establish and sustain a cohesive visual identity for projects or campaigns that is unique, relevant, clear, and captivating.
• Work closely with copywriters to generate numerous creative ideas and concepts.
• Direct the visual development process for projects and campaigns, providing clear guidance to teams, producers, and partners from inception through completion.
• Conceptualize and implement visual content across various media with precise attention to detail.
• Stay informed about cultural and industry trends to inspire fresh, innovative ideas and aesthetics for clients and the agency.
• Create shot lists, treatment plans, and visual concepts for production, presenting these to producers and account partners for client approval.
• Travel as needed to oversee photo and video shoots, ensuring the creative vision is realized and shot requirements met.
• Manage the selection of image assets after production, direct retouching efforts, and coordinate client approvals with account teams.
• Conduct thorough research to understand client brands, products, audiences, and competitors.
• Identify, recommend, and select appropriate vendor partners such as photographers, retouchers, production houses, and illustrators.
• Build and maintain positive collaborative relationships with team members, vendors, and clients.
• Provide constructive and timely feedback to enhance creative output and maintain project budgets and deadlines.
• Effectively communicate vision, concepts, and ideas to colleagues and clients, while responding adaptively to feedback.

Who You Are

• A visually driven creative professional with 2-5 years of experience within brand advertising or marketing environments.
• Enthusiastic about powersports and adventure brands.
• Possess a robust portfolio showcasing skill in crafting audience-informed creative campaigns.
• Highly proficient in Adobe Creative Suite tools, primarily Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign; additionally familiar with Lightroom, Bridge, and Premiere.
• Exhibit critical thinking, meticulous attention to detail, strong motivation, ambition, and resourcefulness.
• Organized, open-minded, and capable of producing measurable results in dynamic, fast-paced creative settings.
• Collaborative, empathetic, positive, and reliable in professional interactions.
• Keenly perceptive to creative opportunities on both macro and micro levels.
• Knowledgeable in photography and video production, with a solid grasp of typography, color theory, composition, and multi-channel communications including print, broadcast, and digital.
• Committed to continuous learning and staying current with industry trends and skills.
• Confident in directing creative partners and internal teams.
• Experienced in managing multiple projects within deadline-driven environments.
• Open to receiving and incorporating feedback constructively.
• Dedicated to promoting diversity and inclusion when collaborating with external and internal stakeholders.

About SixSpeed

SixSpeed is an employee-owned, full-service advertising agency that prioritizes audience engagement and speed in delivering big ideas. The agency specializes in creating unique and adventurous brand identities that stand out in competitive markets.

Compensation Details

This position offers a salary ranging from $70,000 to $90,000 annually. The exact offer will depend on the applicant's experience, skills, and qualifications as they relate to the role requirements.