Senior Art Director

DEPT®

Senior Art Director leading visual development and storytelling for client campaigns at DEPT®. Collaborating with teams to create culturally relevant and visually distinctive work.

Posted 7/22/2026full-timeRemote • California, Colorado, Illinois, Massachusetts, New York, Utah • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $66,300 - $100,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in visual design, with a strong portfolio in digital campaigns, social-first content, and video production. Capable of leading creative processes, mentoring teams, and effectively presenting ideas to clients while maintaining high standards of creative excellence.

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Visual DesignDigital CampaignsClient Presentation SkillsOn-Set Production ExperienceMentoring Associate Art Directors

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Hard Skills

Visual StorytellingCreative Concept DevelopmentTypographyMotion DesignBrandingSocial Best PracticesContent ProductionVideo EditingCreative WorkflowGenerative AI Integration

Soft Skills

Collaborative MindsetCommunication SkillsCreative ThinkingAttention to DetailProactive Attitude

Industry Keywords

Social MediaDigital MarketingExperiential MarketingEmerging TrendsHigh-Volume Accounts

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop visual concepts and creative territories across social, digital, video, experiential, and emerging platforms.
Partner closely with Copywriters, Strategists, Motion, Visual Design, and Creative leadership to create integrated campaign ideas and audience experiences.
Lead visual storytelling throughout the creative process, from concept development and presentation through production and final delivery.
Contribute to pre-production planning, production, and post-production to ensure creative intent is maintained throughout execution.
Partner with Generative AI Artists to explore AI-assisted visual development and emerging creative workflows.
Present creative work clearly and confidently to internal teams and clients, articulating the rationale behind visual decisions.
Mentor and support Associate Art Directors, helping elevate creative thinking, craft, and execution across the team.
Manage multiple projects and priorities while maintaining a high standard of creative excellence and attention to detail.
Stay connected to culture, design, technology, and emerging trends to continually push the work forward.

Requirements

What you’ll need

2+ years of experience in visual design with a strong portfolio showcasing digital campaigns, social-first content, and video-driven work.
Prior social agency experience or relevant experience with a track record of navigating high-volume, high-visibility accounts.
On-set and content production experience (domestic or international), including working with video directors, editors, and producers.
Strong client presentation and communication skills - you can confidently present ideas, take feedback in stride, and advocate for great creative.
Excellent design sensibility and a strategic eye for layout, typography, motion, and branding. Additionally, deep knowledge of social best practices for optimal performance.
A proactive, collaborative mindset - you bring energy to brainstorms, jump in where needed, and support your teammates with generosity and respect.
A creative portfolio that shows your eye for design, your range in digital, video, and your ability to turn strategy into scroll-stopping creative.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Healthcare, Dental, and Vision coverage
401K plan, plus matching
PTO
Paid Company Holidays
Parental Leave