Associate Creative Director (Design)Department: Design / Art Direction
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: Los Angeles
DescriptionThis position is full-time, requires a hybrid work schedule, and is only available in Los Angeles.
ResponsibilitiesWe are looking for a team member with a solid foundation and proven track record of success in leading creative projects from ideation through to execution, and managing every piece in between. The ACD will serve a vital role at Day One- whether you are concepting, designing, producing, or managing, our team will depend on you for all things creative.
- Lead by example and get hands on with the work. Enjoying being in the weeds of all things design and visual communication, with attention to detail.
- Motivate our internal design team to think differently and constantly look to elevate their work, inspire a team of art directors, designers, copywriters, creative strategists, and storytellers.
- Come from a place of earning it, developing concepts designed to connect with culture. Be a leader and champion of big ideas.
- Help to mentor our team and collaborate with creative leaders to inform where we need to evolve as we grow.
- Execute creative and brand vision for our clients and the Day One brand.
- Shape and develop cohesive narratives, maximizing the quality of our output.
- Be comfortable executing, personally ideating and developing breakthrough concepts and setting an example for the team.
- Consistently manage up to Creative Director and agency leadership. Over communicate when necessary and bring a solution oriented approach to every challenge.
- Get into the details. Review and refine briefs, project plans and staffing across projects. Get into the work but also think about how to set the team up for success.
Qualifications- 7+ years of art direction and/or design experience
- Comfort working cross discipline
- Demonstrated expertise in managing and juggling multiple creative projects
- Ability to project manage deliverables and organize resources
- Comfortable with complex assignments and leading a diverse team
- Visually led skill set, but able to oversee ideation and presentations
- An entrepreneurial spirit and a style that inspires
- Bachelor's Degree from an accredited university or equivalent professional experience
Preferred Skills:- Driven by the creative landscape of social media
- Know where to find alt TikTok
- Bored with traditional design
- Had enough of the millennial aesthetic
Characteristics of our ideal candidate:- Passionate and Dedicated
- Entrepreneurial Spirit
- Agile
- Inspiring
- A true mentor & manager
- A team player who's willing to take on any creative task, big or small
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The company does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of work visas.
We welcome applicants already in-or willing to relocate to-the Los Angeles metropolitan area (no company relocation allowance).
Compensation + BenefitsWe value all of our employees and are happy to provide comprehensive benefits to help support them holistically in the best way we can. We offer all our employees:
- Health Care (Medical, Dental, Vision)
- Paid Time Off and Company Paid Holidays
- Summer Fridays
- 401K Retirement Plan with Company Match
- Lifestyle Spending Account
- Paid Parental Leave
- Commuter Benefits
- New Business Referral Bonus
- Employee Referral Bonus
The Company is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The base compensation range for this role is $125,000-$150,000 and this position is eligible for benefits that include medical insurance (health, dental, and vision), retirement plan, paid time off, paid parental leave, new business and employee referral bonuses, etc. Please note that the compensation information provided is a good faith estimate for Los Angeles based hires only and is provided pursuant to the applicable law. Final compensation for this role will be determined by various factors such as candidates' relevant work experience, skills, qualifications, and location.
