Direct message the job poster from Smile AgencyContract Period: ASAP start, 7-month fixed-term full-timeIndependent, award-winning creative agency based in Potts Point, looking for an Art Director with exceptional conceptual and design skills to join our creative team on a fixed-term full-time contract.We are looking for candidates who possess a refined aesthetic vision and strategic knowledge to join our team. They will have a passion and knowledge for the fashion and retail sectors.EXPERIENCEAt least 5 years experience in a creative agencyA strong understanding of how art direction and design deliver conceptual ideas that can be used to deliver a brand storyArt direct, design and concept big brand expressions across all mediums (OOH, store, social, motion, print ad, events / experiential, etc.)Can work autonomously with limited creative oversightStrong interpersonal and communication skillsRESPONSIBILITIESThe conceptual development of creative projects with the ability to manage projects from inception through to finalisationCrafting exceptional creative for high-end, luxury Australian labels.To work at a high level of speed to deliver client projects within time and budget constraintsWorking collaboratively among a small team of specialists across creative, strategy, and productionArt Director will lead projects in ideation sessions, to generate strong ideas and concepts from storyboard and sketch stage to final execution for print and digital media.Art Director is responsible for designing and executing key collateral that fulfills the client’s marketing and branding strategies via digital marketing campaigns. These can include print ready artwork and event design collateral (ie, invitations).Art Director should actively research and be aware of art and photography, design trends, and interactive technologies and be able to speak about it with the team, clients, and vendors.The Art Directors report directly to the Creative Director but must work closely with Account Service and Strategy to ensure client engagements proceed in a timely, budget-sensitive manner.Responsible for quality assurance on all work produced to ensure brand consistency and the best execution of the Agency creative conceptsKEY AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY:Internal communicationArt Director will work with the Creative Director to help oversee and manage all projects and the Design teamArt Director’s role includes managing projects from start to finish through; researching, concepting, developing, designing, coordinating, and overseeing the entire creative processArt Director has a strong point of view and will challenge and push our design aesthetic: bring new ideas and strategic thinking to build thoughtful design systems that balance client needs and forward-thinkingYou know, love, and have strong opinions about the creative world at large: Art, Fashion, Photography, Typography, Digital Experiences and BrandingArt Director is aware and curious about the worldYou constantly seek what’s new and are well versed in what is happening in technology, fashion, social media, and beyondYou have strong conceptual and written skills. You are able to dream up an idea and effectively articulate it in both written and visual formatsYou think equal parts creativity and strategicallyWorking with the Design Team – Reporting to the Creative DirectorArt Director will receive briefs for each project from Account Service and Strategic TeamsIt is the Art Director’s responsibility to ask questions at the beginning of the project to develop an understanding of the design needs and scopeArt Director will be responsible for leading the concept and development of projects which will be presented to the Creative Director at Creative Review meetingsArt Director will work and mentor the team until work is in a polished / presentable stateArt Director will mentor and manage team from intern to senior level designersArt Director must proactively determine and foresee issues in relation to any of the above areas and relay them to both the Creative Director and internal team.Art Director must take responsibility for problems that may arise throughout the design processArt Director must meet all deadlines; if a deadline appears to have the risk of not being met on time, it is the Art Director’s responsibility to notify Creative Director and Account ServicePresentation and Communication SkillsArt Director has proven experience in running and directing efficient sets that deliver on concept, on budget, best in class workArt Director has excellent presentation and communication skillsArt Director will be client facing with the ability to sell in the work and answer client challengesAttend internal briefings by Account Management and pre-production meetings as requiredWork with Designers and Copywriters to produce the best creative concepts and designsEnsure the Creative Director sees and approves all concepts before they are presented to clientsFlag with the Account Management team (or the appropriate person in quality control) any job that is not on brand, or has unclear technical specs or briefLiaise with Production and Account Management when required to ensure that technical specs match up with client expectationsContact colleagues in order to proactively resolve any queries on a job so as to minimise time delays, unnecessary artwork amends and studio backlogCommunicate regularly and effectively all deadline delays, progress and any other important information pertaining to the job back to the internal teamProvide assistance to colleagues and mentor junior staff with day-to-day tasks as requiredProtect the confidentiality of projects (particularly when working on pitches or tenders)Demonstrate a commitment to the needs of the Agency and its ClientsExternal communication (Clients and Suppliers)Attend and contribute to Client meetings and presentations as requiredAbility to present and pitch ideas to Clients as requiredLead and direct creative and production suppliers in the development of client workMaintain and strengthen the favourable relationships with all Agency suppliersRepresent the Agency at supplier/industry eventsMonitor creative supplier performance for accuracy, quality, timeliness and cost-effectivenessUndertake research and maintain awareness of supplier products and services.Seniority levelSeniority levelMid-Senior levelEmployment typeEmployment typeContractJob functionJob functionDesign, Art/Creative, and Information TechnologyIndustriesAdvertising ServicesReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at Smile Agency by 2xGet notified about new Art Director jobs in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia.Sydney, New South Wales, Australia 1 day agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 8 months agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks agoMillers Point, New South Wales, Australia 4 weeks agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 3 weeks agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 3 weeks agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 3 hours agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 1 month agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 3 days agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 6 days agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 16 hours agoHead of Quality - Design (Director Level)Sydney, New South Wales, Australia 4 weeks agoECC Clinical Director - ARH Greater Western SydneyMount Druitt, New South Wales, Australia 6 months agoInvestment Director - Alternative InvestmentsSydney, New South Wales, Australia 1 month agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 12 hours agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks agoRegional Designer Manager, Network EngineeringCare Designer (Clinical Care Manager) Full TimeBankstown, New South Wales, Australia 7 months agoMillers Point, New South Wales, Australia 1 week agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 1 month agoSenior Digital Designer - Parental Leave ContractSydney, New South Wales, Australia A$85,000.00-A$110,000.00 2 weeks agoNorth Sydney, New South Wales, Australia 3 weeks agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 3 days agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 1 day agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 1 day agoWe’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. 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