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The role involves leading creative projects from concept through execution, developing innovative visual strategies for integrated campaigns, and overseeing art direction across digital, print, and video content. Key duties include mentoring designers and collaborating closely with copywriters, strategists, and client teams.
Responsibilities
- Develop innovative creative concepts and visual strategies for integrated campaigns
- Lead brainstorming sessions and provide creative direction across all touchpoints
- Ensure creative work aligns with brand guidelines while pushing creative boundaries
- Present and sell creative concepts to clients with confidence and clarity
- Oversee art direction for digital campaigns, social media, print, and video content
- Direct photoshoots, video productions, and content creation sessions
- Create compelling pitch decks, mood boards, and creative presentations
- Maintain high design standards across all deliverables
- Mentor and guide junior designers and creative team members
- Collaborate with copywriters to develop cohesive creative campaigns
- Work closely with account management and strategy teams
- Provide constructive feedback and foster creative growth
- Build strong client relationships through excellent communication
- Understand client briefs and translate business objectives into creative solutions
- Present creative work and articulate rationale behind design decisions
- Manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously
Requirements
- 5-8 years of experience as Art Director or Senior Designer in agency or in-house creative team
- Outstanding portfolio showcasing integrated campaigns, digital work, and brand identities
- Proven track record of award-winning or recognized creative work (preferred)
- Experience across multiple industries and brand categories
- Expert proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, After Effects)
- Strong understanding of digital design principles and UI/UX fundamentals
- Knowledge of video editing and motion graphics tools
- Understanding of production processes (print, digital, video)
- Exceptional conceptual thinking and visual storytelling ability
- Strong typography, layout, and color theory expertise
- Current knowledge of design trends and cultural movements
- Ability to adapt creative style to different brand voices
- Excellent presentation and communication skills
- Strong leadership and mentoring capabilities
- Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
- Collaborative mindset with attention to detail
Benefits
- Competitive salary package
- Opportunity to work on diverse, high-profile brands
- Creative freedom and professional growth
- Collaborative, award-winning team environment
- Exposure to regional and international campaigns
Key Skills
About Flatgigs
Flatgigs works with startups under pressure to hit growth targets. We support investor-backed teams when revenue has stalled, strategy needs a reset or internal bandwidth is maxed out. What we bring: - Operators with sector experience who know what moves the needle - Fractional execution that’s fast, flexible, and ROI-focused - Ongoing support to keep leadership aligned and growth on track Founders bring us in to move faster. Investors trust us to protect their portfolio.
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