06/16/2014
** Hello! I apologize in advance if this is not in line with your current skill set/location or not of interest to you. I do not want to limit your opportunity just in case. Thank you! -Urie
My direct client, a Global Media company has an immediate need for a Senior Art Director
Duration: Permanent role (Would be open to contract to hire)
Location: NJ
Salary/Rate: Competitive
Start Date: Immediate
What you will be doing:
Do you have an eye for creative direction and constantly innovating? The role of the talented Senior Art Director will produce creative and strategic solutions with a fresh perspective. The Art Director is responsible for managing and coordinating creative from concept through disk release on at least one assigned project. This includes following up on all production aspects of any given project. Direct responsibilities include press runs, photography shoots, hiring of illustrators and negotiating fees pertaining to art production. Enjoying the environment and atmosphere and strong work ethic is necessary. Is this you? Please reply and look forward connecting with you!
Requirements:
Creative Talent
Strategic
To master a knowledge of their assigned brand:
- market
- specific brand
- marketing/advertising strategy
- tactical plan
To fully participate in the strategic component of the development of creative briefs, market research, client input and job opening meetings
To create images that are strategically on target using The Brand Footprint and Demand Strategy
Conceptual thinking
To work closely with the copy writer and supervisor to generate original concepts that reflect product positioning
To develop a variety of concepts for each assignment that display diversity between them -- attacking the creative problem from different points of view yet producing concepts consistent with the footprint and selling strategy
To understand that concepts, while needing to be "original , also need to be consistent with the brand
To understand the objective (client/account team rationale) for the tactical elements that they will be writing
Be able to discuss and defend these concepts to the brand creative team
Be a resource for the account team in solving creative problems
Ex*****on
Work closely with entire internal team to develop effective, impactful ideas based on tactical plan.
Work in conjunction with the studio to create full copy layouts when necessary.
Supervise the ex*****on of new art such as photoshoot, illustrations, digital imaging and the research of stock photography.
Supervise development of the mechanical, by working closely with the pre-press person.
Work closely with production to develop spec-sheets, supervise the pre-production and production phase by examining matchprints and blueline, and attending press checks.
Present creative to the client.
Provide solid direction for video or rip formats to video team under supervision.
Provide solid direction for interactive pieces to interactive team under supervision.
Business Management
Professional Relationships
Cultivate a relationship with the client by attending and participating in client meetings
Serve as a resource for the account team and the client in solving creative problems
Accurately estimate all costs associated with individual projects to fall within budgets
Produce best creative solution within the estimated budget by having an awareness of end usage of that project
Manage allocated hours on projects (must keep track of all ART hours i.e., freelance, studio, any "art related person billing to that particular job number)
Alert Account Services if hours exceed estimated budget
Recognize problems and provide solutions in day-to-day creative development
Provide ideas and/or solutions to issues as they arise that may be outside the original scope of work (i.e., big ideas, interactive, or video solutions).
Ensure that the day-to-day expectations of the client are met by being prompt with deadlines (follow through with traffic and account services to meet client needs
Learn and adhere to client regulatory and approval processes
Organize and prioritize the creative process so the approval process will not be delayed
Know the competitor's current advertising strategies by reviewing journals and article summaries supplied by account services
Attend and contribute to tactical planning / brainstorming planning meetings
Communication Skills
Written Correspondence
Write clear and concise internal and external correspondence
Presentation Skills
Effectively organize and write compelling oral presentations
Present materials to both client and agency in an articulate and persuasive manner
Computer Skills
Demonstrate proficiency with MAC based applications (InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop). Able to prepare files to studio standards
Qualifications:
Education: College level or comparative education in Advertising / Design
Industry: Minimum of one year advertising agency experience
Team Consciousness understands that one's actions affects others and the agency as a whole and acts accordingly
Judgment / Critical Thinking makes decisions and evaluations demonstrating maturity and business savvy
Accountability takes responsibility
Leadership demonstrates the ability to inspire others
Adaptability remains flexible and focused in an environment of changing circumstances
If qualified and interested, please send your most current resume as a word format and portfolio to Urie Suhr at [email protected] along with a time and number where you may be reached.
I look forward to hearing from you!
Sincerely,
Urie Suhr
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