Art Director

$90,000 - $120,000/Yr

Kellwood Company - La Puente, CA

Full-time - Mid Level

Remote - La Puente, CA

Merchant Wholesalers, Nondurable Goods

About the position

The Art Director will oversee all aspects of creative production, including graphic design, copywriting, and photo retouching. This role involves managing a team of creatives to ensure that all visual and written assets meet established standards, adhere to brand guidelines, and are delivered on schedule. The Art Director will collaborate closely with the Creative Director and other team members to produce high-quality creative work that aligns with retail trends and customer preferences.

Responsibilities

• Direct and review all creative assets for Ecommerce, including product imagery, graphics, and written content.
• Collaborate with and review social media creative content calendars to ensure alignment with brand.
• Balance multiple deadlines and prioritize tasks for the team.
• Monitor project timelines, addressing potential delays to keep projects on task.
• Adhere to and reinforce brand guidelines with the team to maintain a consistent look and feel across Ecom touchpoints.
• Collaborate closely with the Creative Director to ideate, plan, and execute lifestyle shoots.
• Conduct thorough reviews of all creative work and provide direction to elevate the quality of work.
• Stay abreast of industry trends to create best practices and inspire the team with fresh ideas.
• Bring forward-thinking creative solutions that align with retail trends, customer preferences, and emerging digital platforms.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in graphic design, Visual Arts, or a related field.
• 5+ years in a Director role, preferably within fashion, Ecommerce, or a related industry.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating expertise in managing a team and executing high-quality creative projects.
• Proficiency in graphic design and overseeing a graphic design team.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and other design tools.
• Ability to learn and use Monday.com as an inter-department project management tool.
• Strong understanding of digital marketing, Ecommerce trends, and visual storytelling for online channels.

Nice-to-haves

• Social Media video production/editing skills.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance