ob Title: Art Director - Custom Packaging & Catalogs
Overview
We are seeking an experienced Art Director with a strong background in apparel, package design, and catalog development within the promotional products and/or souvenir industries. This role requires a strategic creative leader who can manage multiple projects simultaneously, lead design teams, and deliver high-quality work on fast-moving timelines. Exceptional organization, attention to detail, and people management skills are essential.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the creative development and execution ofapparel,packaging, catalogs, and related marketing materials.
- Manage and mentor a team of designers, and production partners.
- Oversee multiple concurrent projects, ensuring deadlines, budgets, and brand standards are met.
- Collaborate cross-functionallywith merchandising, product development, marketing, sales, and production teams.
- Owncreative timelines, workflows, and project management systems.
- Ensure designs are production-ready and aligned with print, packaging, and regulatory requirements.
- Maintain brand consistency across all product lines and communications.
- Review and approve final artwork, proofs, and vendor files.
- Stay current on trends inapparel,packaging, retail, print production, and the promotional/souvenir markets.
Qualifications
- 7+ years of professional design experience, with at least 3 years in an Art Director or senior leadership role.
- Experiencecoordinating withaproductionteamto produceapparel orothersoft goods.
- Proven experience in package design and catalog production, ideally within promotional products, souvenirs, or consumer goods.
- Strong portfoliodemonstratingleadership-level work and productionexpertise.
- Expert-levelproficiencyin Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop).
- Demonstrated ability to multitask and manage high volumes of projects in a deadline-driven environment.
- Excellent organizational, project management, and communication skills.
- Experience managing teams, freelancers, and cross-functional stakeholders.
- Strong understanding of print production, packaging materials,dielines, and vendor specifications.
Preferred Experience
- Experience working with licensed brands, seasonal programs, or large SKU assortments.
- Familiarity with workflow/project management tools
- Promotional Product, Retail Souveniror B2B marketing experience.
Soft Skills
- Highly organized, detail-oriented, and deadline-driven.
- Strong leadership presence with a collaborative,solution-oriented mindset.
- Abilitytocoursecorrectquickly and thrive in fast-paced environments.
- Strategic thinker with hands-on execution ability.
What We Offer:
- Competitive salaryand annual reviews
- Comprehensive benefits package
- 401(k) with company match
- A collaborative, team-oriented culture focused on execution, accountability, and results
- Employee discounts...and more!
