Unclassified - Atlanta, GA
posted 3 months ago
The Creative Director for Content Design at AJC will play a pivotal role in transforming the organization into a modern media company, focusing on delivering engaging news and information across various platforms. This position is responsible for overseeing a team of motion designers and infographic producers, ensuring the conceptualization and execution of AJC's visual identity. The Creative Director will act as the primary point of contact for large projects, franchises, and video series, managing design projects, bespoke graphics, and site interactives while evolving and upholding the visual identity of AJC's digital video content. As a hands-on creative leader, the Creative Director will own the visual direction and output of the design team, ensuring that all work meets the editorial standards and aligns with the tone and voice of AJC. A deep understanding of audience behavior across digital platforms is essential, as is the ability to create innovative and relevant content. The ideal candidate will be a passionate consumer of digital video and social media, possessing strong editorial judgment and knowledge of the digital and documentary landscape. Superior skills in design, post-production, graphic, and motion design are critical for success in this role. The Creative Director will report to the Head of Video & Audio and must demonstrate self-motivation, organization, and a proactive approach to solving creative challenges. Responsibilities include managing the day-to-day consistency of video and graphic storytelling, building workflows and systems for implementation across teams, and empowering staff through constructive feedback. The role also involves conceptualizing new ideas for daily videos and series, designing still imagery to enhance articles and social platforms, and guiding the team in creating unique visuals that elevate AJC's storytelling.