Art Director - Lead

Job Title: Art Director 
Location: Mclean, VA - Hybrid 
Duration: 12 months with Possible extension or conversion 
Pay Rate: $40-$45/hr on w2 - without benefits 

Overview:

Join our dynamic team in McLean, VA, where creativity meets strategy. We are seeking a visionary leader to guide our creative efforts across various channels and ensure brand consistency in every project. If you are passionate about design and have a knack for pushing creative boundaries, this is the opportunity for you.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or military experience
• 5+ years of Art direction experience
• At least 3 years of professional design experience in relevant industries and channels
• At least 3 years of experience with Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, etc.)
• At least 1 year of experience working with a digital design software (e.g., Figma, etc.)
• Portfolio of multichannel creative work, with descriptions of creative strategy
• Experience with Spatial design is a must
• Must have previous client experience working for this customer in the past 3 years

Preferred Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in one or more of the following industries: luxury, travel, hospitality, premium
• Additional expertise in spatial or experiential design is a further plus, including experience with a 3D or spatial design software (e.g., Adobe Substance, Sketchup, etc.)

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Design and develop creative for a range of print and digital channels, including web, email, display, mail, proposals, packaging, OOH, experiential activations, and more
• Own design through the creative process—from white space to real life
• Champion and guard the brand, ensuring consistency and recognition across work
• Collaborate with a team of copywriters, creative directors, and brand partners
• Work with marketing, business, and production partners, both internally and externally
• Use evidence and strategy to inform creative decisions and adapt approach for varying briefs, products, and business goals
• Manage deadlines on multiple projects, delivering high-quality, error-free work with attention to detail
• Proactively bring new ideas and identify opportunities for solutions
• Present work in a compelling way, tailoring for different audiences

Company Benefits & Culture

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• A collaborative and innovative work environment

For immediate consideration please click APPLY to begin the screening process with Alex.