Art Director | Hybrid in Charlotte | Marketing Agency

Art Director | Marketing Agency | Hybrid in Charlotte, NC

Crafted operates on a hybrid schedule (in-office Tues-Thurs) in Charlotte, NC. We are seeking candidates currently local to the Charlotte, NC area. 

Overview 

Crafted is looking for an experienced Art Director who will concept, design and coordinate resources to create original creative for our B2B customers. The Art Director will meet with clients and internal departments to discuss and establish project objectives, research current trends and the target demographic, and troubleshoot the visual needs of a campaign from the initial planning stages until the finished campaign is presented.  

The ideal candidate is an experienced creative and multitasker with exceptional project, time management and communication skills. They should be punctual, perceptive and detail-oriented with a great mind for developing and realizing the vision of the campaign.  

Responsibilities  

• Deliver a wide array of design outputs, including digital, print, environmental, web, storyboards and video graphics.  
• Provide support to the Creative Director and other key stakeholders.  
• Develop design concepts and creative solutions that meet clients’ business objectives and budgets.  
• Work with other members of the creative department to evaluate client or company needs and create visual elements for campaigns.  
• Speak with the company or client to set goals, provide updates, receive feedback and present the final campaign.  
• Conduct research to better understand brand objectives, target markets and industry trends.  
• Collaborate with other departments and contractors to create cohesive, effective campaigns.  
• Establish budgets and timelines and deliver the finished campaign within those parameters.  
• Troubleshoot design and process problems as they arise.  
• Look for ways to improve design department processes.  

Your Required Education and Professional Experience  

• 5 years of experience within an agency or marketing organization delivering high-end creative for demand generation programs with the above-listed responsibilities.  
• Design degree or creative/design-based education.  
• Ability to work autonomously; self-sufficient and personally motivated to deliver excellent work and results.  
• Interpersonal skills: exceptional verbal/written communication, listening and coaching.  
• Experience with Adobe and a myriad of creative platforms and tools.  
• Ability to work in a collaborative and innovative team environment.  
• Experience managing direct reports is a plus. 

Your Personal Attributes & Skills  

• Team player who works well collaboratively and is quick to credit others 
• Positive attitude with humility and a sense of humor 
• Strong results-orientation and ambition to advance career 
• Excellent interpersonal, written and oral communication skills 
• Effective time management skills and the ability to multitask calm under pressure 
• Strong intellectual curiosity and high attention to detail 
• Autonomy and pro-activity 
• Comfortable with (and eager to create) change and fluidity based on circumstances 

What We Offer  

• Be part of a team that likes to have fun and is focused on quality work and performance  
• Competitive salary, health insurance, disability, 401k match and profit sharing  
• Paid time off for holidays, vacation, sick or personal time