The senior art director is responsible for directing and overseeing the development and implementation of art and design concepts in the production of advertising and marketing projects/campaigns.  The senior art director works with the creative team to provide direction, guidance and oversight to ensure projects/campaigns are of the highest creative quality.  The senior art director also works alongside members of the strategy and interactive teams to formulate, plan and initiate various campaigns and themes which exceed client/partner requirements and expectations.

Reports to: svp, design/branding.

Responsibilities include:
•    Working closely with senior vice president, design/branding to ensure creative alignment between all disciplines.
•    Mentoring, teaching, directing and providing input to designers in the development of print ads, brochures, booklets, fliers, TV commercials, billboards, interactive/web ads and more, according to strategic plans.
•    Creating an environment that opens inter-departmental communication, supporting an uplifting environment, promoting professional respect and fostering an atmosphere of teamwork.
•    Evaluating the design/flow process regularly to ensure efficiency, effectiveness and creativity.
•    Working with the team in the selection of design elements, papers, models, freelancers, broadcast talent, and any and all outside sources/purchases needed to fulfill production of each project.
•    Reviewing all creative materials on assigned projects and signing off on same prior to forwarding the job to production team for further required approvals/outside production.
•    Art directing videos, photo sessions, audio tapings, press-proofing, etc., and supervising freelancers assigned to projects as requested.
•    Meeting with project managers/traffic manager/production manager/media as required to ensure timely, accurate completion of assigned projects which are on budget.
•    Assisting with new business initiatives, including the establishment and management of project budgets.
•    Managing and evaluating design personnel; performance reviews, compensation, assignments.
•    Recommending ways to streamline operations, maximize profitability and increase customer satisfaction.
•    Participating in firm cross-training exercises and internal professional development retreats and programs.
•    Embracing the firm’s culture and contributing to a fun, supportive, productive and energetic workplace.
•    Working diligently and ethically toward the achievement of the firm’s mission and vision statement.
•    Meeting assigned billable goals.
•    Abiding by and adhering to all employee polices as detailed in employee manual.
•    Other duties as required.
•    Have fun, make money.

Job Requirements:
•    10 years of experience in management of design and creative services.
•    Minimum B.S. or B.A. in Design or similar field.
•    Advanced working knowledge of Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign.
•    Proven management experience.
•    Creator / advancer-type qualities.
•    More “people” focused vs. “file” focused.
•    Keen sense of entrepreneurship spirit.

Our culture rewards:
•    Energy, creativity and enthusiasm
•    Team based leadership
•    A good sense of humor
•    A passionate commitment to serve clients, co-workers and community
•    Loyalty and integrity

If you are interested in joining our creative family please send a resume, letter of interest and salary requirements using "senior art director" on the outside of the envelope or in the subject line of your email to:

(add)ventures
117 chapman street
providence, ri 02905
(401) 453-0095 fax
jobs@addventures.com