Job summary
Join the SSCO team as an Art Director and bring your artistic prowess to the forefront of our dynamic and innovative creative department.Ideal for a creative leader with a proven track record in art direction, brand management, and team leadership.Opportunity to visually communicate brand identity, values, and the products we offer.
Responsibilities
• Develop and execute creative strategies to visually communicate brand identity, values, and the products we offer.• Define and implement creative strategies that enhance our brand's visual presence and storytelling abilities.• Conduct seasonal market research and trend analysis to drive continuous improvement and innovation in design.• Stay current with fashion/industry trends and incorporate them into the brand's creative vision.• Oversee the creation of digital and print materials, including website design, social media content, email campaigns, and advertising materials.• Lead and mentor the design team, cultivating a culture of creativity and providing clear direction, inspiration, and mentorship.• Set and maintain brand standards, ensuring that all creative materials align with brand identity.• Cultivate fresh and innovative concepts, translating them into compelling visual stories, utilize dynamic visual elements to weave compelling narratives through our marketing materials.• Collaborate closely with fashion designers and sales teams to visually represent clothing concepts, key features/benefits, and product story.• Set the creative direction for seasonal campaigns, look books, product catalogs, and marketing material - encompassing fonts, themes, colors, etc. to maintain consistency and cohesiveness across all marketing materials.
Requirements
• Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Fine Arts, or a related field.• Proven experience as an Art Director or in a similar role.• Bonus points for experience as an Art Director within the apparel and fashion industry.• Portfolio showcasing a variety of creative projects, focusing on branding, graphic design, and visual storytelling.• Experience working with photographer, content creators, and planning photo/video shoots.• Solid understanding of design principles, typography, color theory, and visual aesthetics.• Proficient in design software such as Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign).• Excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to effectively guide and inspire a team.• Strong project management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple deadlines.• Up-to-date knowledge of industry trends and a passion for staying ahead of the curve in the field of design.
Key Skills Needed
• Art direction• Brand management• Team leadership• Seasonal market research• Fashion/industry trend analysis• Digital and print design• Mentorship• Brand standards maintenance• Visual storytelling• Collaboration• Design software proficiency• Leadership and communication• Project management• Strategic thinking• Attention to detail
Benefits
• Passionate Team: You'll be working with a group of like-minded trend-setters who share your love for what we do.• Room to Grow: We're all about professional development and growth. Your creative ideas will be valued.• Creative Freedom: We encourage you to think outside the box and bring your innovative ideas to life.• Competitive Benefits: We offer competitive compensation, benefits, and perks to keep you happy and motivated.
