The Senior Art Director, sits within our in-house visual team and is responsible for concept idea generation, developing strategic and visual solutions, and seeing the design process through from conception to execution. The Senior Art Director is responsible for overseeing the delivery of all creative assets for the campaigns that they will be working on, a and where necessary collaborating with our licensing partners as well as our other internal teams (Fragrance, adidas by SMC, Stella Sport, Lingerie, Eyewear, Kids). They will be expected to liaise and build relationships with key stakeholders at senior and director level. They will report to the Visual Director for final sign off at key project stages but will be expected to run projects autonomously. They will collaborate, oversee and direct one or more Senior-Mid-Weight designers. The remit includes: brand strategy + identity, product and packaging development, campaign development and roll out across all communication touchpoints (digital platforms, print, POS, experiential).
REQUIREMENTS
Proven experience in a senior creative role
Bachelors or masters design in art, design, communication or a related field
Must have experience working on fashion, beauty and luxury brands
Strong creative and strategic awareness: creative flair, originality and a strong visual sense, understanding of the commercial objectives
Adobe creative suite
Confidence, to present and explain ideas to senior department heads and colleagues
Excellent eye for detail
Strong communication and organizational skills
Pro-active and motivated
Ability to effectively manage multiple projects/tasks of varying complexities, meet deadlines and work well under pressure
Awareness of the competitive business environment in which they work
A matter-of-fact approach when ideas or designs are rejected
A strong interest in various cultural and art forms
Prior experience of managing senior – mid weight designers
Skills & Essentials
Strong graphic design skills: understanding of and experience in branding, layout, colour theory and typography in both print and digital media
Strong knowledge of who we can creatively partner with to produce outstanding visuals (photographers, directors, stylists, models, artists, illustrators etc)
The ability to grasp marketing, licensee and PR needs and consider practical solutions
RESPONSIBILITIES
Conceives ideas, concepts, develops final designs, produces, works with others and coordinates in the creation of multifaceted communication materials in print, packaging, digital and other mediums.
Manages projects from pre through to post production, finished art and delivery working with producer and project manager.
Works with project managers and team members to provide professional recommendations for concept, design, art direction (if asked by Visual Director), production, print buying, and monitors quality control.
Defines design criteria; develops concept and direction; proposes, directs and creates art signed off by Visual Director.
Operates a computer for a variety of graphic design activities, including layout, production, illustration, and prepress file preparation.
Creates and develops media using digital art and photographic techniques.
Oversees approvals and quality control, along with Project Management team.
Supervises, trains, and directs the work of senior - mid weight designer.
Liaise directly with licensee partners and builds strong relationships with internal and external contacts.
BENEFITS + PERKS
Our philosophy is to go beyond monetary return and consider ourselves responsible for your wellbeing, your family, your health, your time and the community.
Up to 50% discount on Stella McCartney products
Exclusive staff sales and sample sales - Including other LVMH brands
Matched pension contribution up to 6%
Extensive private medical and critical illness insurance, as well as life assurance
Annual Health Screening
Annual Leave Shop where employees can buy or sell annual leave
Flexible working/core hours
Enchanced Maternity/paternity packages
Matched Give as You Earn charity scheme
Fitness membership (Classpass credits)
Volunteer and Birthday leave
Health cash plan
Financial wellbeing program
Physical and Mental Wellbeing Support Services
Employee referral bonus
Optional/ Paid Benefits
Season ticket loan, cycle to work and tech schemes, travel and dental insurance and much more.
We welcome people with disabilities and endeavour to make reasonable adjustments, if you do require such adjustments please let us know within 48 hours of your interview.
