Associate Art Director

Summary

Join DEPT® as an Associate Art Director and help translate client strategies into compelling marketing assets. This remote role, based within 50 miles of Salt Lake City, UT, requires you to create original concepts, collaborate with copywriters, and incorporate client feedback. You will be responsible for the design and execution of visuals for various media, ensuring on-brand consistency and performance marketing. The ideal candidate possesses 2-5 years of experience in visual design for advertising and digital marketing, along with proficiency in design software and strong communication skills. DEPT® offers a collaborative environment and a comprehensive benefits package, including healthcare, 401k, PTO, and parental leave.

Requirements

• 2-5 years experience as a visual designer producing for advertising and digital marketing
• A passion for advertising, technology, and social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, TikTok, Snapchat)
• Stellar organization skills and attention to detail
• The ability to multi-task and handle shifting priorities
• The ability to work in DEPT®’s creative team’s communication (Slack) and project management (Asana, Harvest) tools
• Great communication across these core areas: verbal, written, and presentation in both individual and group settings
• An eagerness to participate in brainstorming sessions designed toward specific outputs and client solutions
• Openness to other points of view, and able to give and receive constructive criticism
• The ability to tell a compelling story through design
• The ability to work on varied projects, tight deadlines and a high volume of work
• Willingness to learn and adhere to the creative team processes
• Proficiency in the following programs/tools: Figma
• Proficiency in the following programs/tools: Photoshop/Illustrator
• Proficiency in the following programs/tools: Google Suite (Slides, Sheets, Docs)
• Proficiency in the following programs/tools: Microsoft Suite (PowerPoint, Word, Excel)
• Proficiency in the following programs/tools: Mac platform pro

Responsibilities

• Creating original concepts with clear, concise design that is both visually interesting, on-brand, and focused on performance marketing
• Keeping up with and following best practices for all media platforms
• Collaborating with an Copywriter partner to create original concepts
• Developing creative solutions that are informed by research and data and that generate a demonstrable ROI for our clients
• Incorporating internal and client feedback and ideating creative solutions as needed
• Maintaining responsibility for each project through final execution
• Designing in a range of styles as appropriate for different clients, verticals, and media
• Working closely with our Associate Creative Director, Copy, and our team of Project Managers, Art Directors and Studio Artists

Preferred Qualifications

Previous experience at an advertising agency

Benefits

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