Art Director directs and develops the creative design and execution of visual communications to meet an organization's marketing or advertising objectives. Provides internal clients with design standards, tools, and guidance on communicating corporate image, branding, and identity. Being an Art Director leads the design and production operations of all visual elements including publications, infographics, and social content, that are deployed across digital, interactive and print. Stays current on latest trends. Additionally, Art Director develops a network of vendors, freelance artists, and designers to utilize for project support. Typically requires a bachelor's degree in art, graphic design or equivalent. Typically reports to top management. The Art Director typically manages through subordinate managers and professionals in larger groups of moderate complexity. Provides input to strategic decisions that affect the functional area of responsibility. May give input into developing the budget. To be an Art Director typically requires 3+ years of managerial experience. Capable of resolving escalated issues arising from operations and requiring coordination with other departments. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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Art DirectorJob Description
Job Summary | Major goals and objectives.
The Transactional Design team at DotDash Meredith defines the visual execution of a dynamic experience of our beloved brands showcased within the Apple News . Our wide range of brands include People, Real Simple, Travel & Leisure, Better Homes and Gardens, Food & Wine, Southern Living and many more. Apple News is a place where beautifully designed print articles come to life in a dynamic and engaging experience through custom designed articles, animations, audio stories, and more.
We are looking for an Art Director to work closely with Associate Creative Director, Designers, and Developers to craft cohesive digital brand design experiences within Apple News . You will collaborate with internal stakeholders to create strong visual designs that support our Digital content strategy and engage and delight our audiences.
As an Art Director at DotDash Meredith you will be responsible for doing competitive research, designing the look and feel of various brand elements and refining and iterating on those ideas for various stakeholders.
Responsibilities
Direct creation of digital article designs for Apple News
Direct and mentor other designers.
Oversee the production of animations for articles and Live Covers.
Maintain digital brand guides.
Prioritize and delegate project assignments.
Manage process completion and status of deliverables.
Essential Job Functions
Weight %: Accountabilities, Actions and Expected Measurable Results
40%: Art Direction
Supply feedback and design direction to designers and animators. Ensure top-notch designs while upholding the integrity of brand guidelines and determine what is best suited for the AN application. Delegate design assignments.
30%: Design
Execute high-level design requests from Stakeholders. Research and innovative ideas in order to enhance article designs and increase engagement within the AN application.
20%: Process Management
Gather specs, communicate progress, keep files organized, follow slack channels, and meet deadlines.
10%: Innovation & Documentation
Assist ACD with building engagement within AN . Brainstorm and help produce proposed project plans. Create and maintain documentation of best practices to share with stakeholders and Brands.
100%
Minimum Qualifications and Job Requirements | All must be met to be considered.
Education: Bachelor's degree, or equivalent education and experience
Experience: 3-5 Years Relevant Experience
Specific Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite
Strong typography skills
Publishing industry experience a plus
Knowledge of html and css a plus but not essential
Knowledge of motion graphics a plus
Self motivated
Strong attention to detail and organized
A team player to work in a fast paced environment
Excellent communication skills
It is the policy of Dotdash Meredith to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, the Company will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.Accommodation requests can be made by emailing .
The Company participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here:https://www.e-verify.gov/employees
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