Saatchi & Saatchi

Senior Art Director

Saatchi & Saatchi$81K — $111K *
Media
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Proficient in Figma; automotive design experience is a bonus.
  • Possess energy, humor, and a curious mindset.
  • Robust portfolio demonstrating exceptional conceptual and design skills in both print and Web.
  • Extensive experience in large, cross-channel marketing initiatives.
  • Mastery of Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign; knowledge of Flash and After Effects is ideal.
  • Bachelor's degree and 5-7 years in art direction within a creative agency context.
  • Skilled in strategic brainstorming and creative execution.

Responsibilities

  • Create compelling and viable design concepts for various projects.
  • Collaborate with copywriters to align visual and textual content effectively.
  • Present design concepts and storyboards to clients for approval.
  • Lead design and production teams to execute cross-channel projects flawlessly.
  • Manage multiple projects while motivating both creative teams and clients.

Benefits

  • Medical coverage, dental, and vision plans.
  • Disability insurance and 401K options.
  • Parental and family care leave policies.
  • Family forming assistance and tuition reimbursement.
  • Flexible time off policies.
Full Job Description
Overview

In this role, you'll lead the concept, design and execution of groundbreaking visual solutions for integrated, cross-channel initiatives including large Web initiatives, online advertising and digital marketing. The amazing conceptual power and exceptional design skills that you bring to the team will be put to use daily as you assist the Creative Director in leading a best-in-class creative team. Day to day, your role will include:
  • Creating a range of powerful, viable concepts and designs for each project, partnering with copywriters to ensure the copy direction and visual presentation work together to make the concept powerful and compelling
  • Communicating visual designs, motion design, concepts, and storyboards through presentations - and getting clients to approve (and love) the recommended designs
  • Expertly leading teams of designers and production artists to flawlessly execute cross-channel and digital work
  • Deftly juggling multiple projects while inspiring & motivating both your creative teammates and your clients

Qualifications

We're looking for a Senior Art Director who is both tremendously qualified and awesome to work with, which usually includes:
  • Proficiency in Figma required, auto experience is a plus
  • Energy, a sense of humor and an open & curious mind (yes, these things really do matter)
  • Exceptional conceptual and design skills and a robust portfolio that shows your talent in both print and Web
  • Strong experience on large cross-channel and/or direct-marketing initiatives across media, both online and off, and a mastery of Web production and the capabilities within digital channels
  • An expert understanding of Photoshop, Image Ready, Illustrator, and Quark/InDesign - plus (ideally) an understanding of Flash, After Effects, and video production
  • A four-year degree, formal design training, plus five to seven years of art direction and strong digital design experience, preferably in a creative agency
  • A knack for strategic brainstorming, campaign development, creative brief development and creative execution
  • Familiarity with prompt-based interaction and commonly used generative AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Google Gemini, DALL• E, Midjourney) is a plus, especially for tasks like ideation, research, or content generation.


Got the sparkle? Apply if you believe your unique skills are a fit.

Additional information

Our Publicis Groupe motto "Viva La Différence" means we're better together, and we believe that our differences make us stronger. It means we honor and celebrate all identities, across all facets of intersectionality, and it underpins all that we do as an organization. We are focused on fostering belonging and creating equitable & inclusive experiences for all talent.

Publicis Groupe provides robust and inclusive benefit programs and policies to support the evolving and diverse needs of our talent and enable every person to grow and thrive. Our benefits package includes medical coverage, dental, vision, disability, 401K, as well as parental and family care leave, family forming assistance, tuition reimbursement, and flexible time off.

Compensation Range: USD $81,225.00 - USD $111,100.00/Annually. This is the pay range the Company believes it will pay for this position at the time of this posting. Consistent with applicable law, compensation will be determined based on the skills, qualifications, and experience of the applicant along with the requirements of the position, and the Company reserves the right to modify this pay range at any time. Temporary roles may be eligible to participate in our freelancer/temporary employee medical plan through a third-party benefits administration system once certain criteria have been met. Temporary roles may also qualify for participation in our 401(k) plan after eligibility criteria have been met. For regular roles, the Company will offer medical coverage, dental, vision, disability, 401k, and paid time off. The Company anticipates the application deadline for this job posting will be 10/1/2026.

About Saatchi & Saatchi

Saatchi & Saatchi is a global advertising agency headquartered in New York City. The company was founded in London in 1970 by brothers Maurice and Charles Saatchi and is now part of the Publicis Groupe, a French multinational advertising and public relations company. Saatchi & Saatchi has over 6,000 employees in 114 countries and provides a range of advertising and marketing services to clients in various industries, including automotive, consumer goods, financial services, and telecommunications. The company is known for its creative and innovative advertising campaigns, including the iconic 'Nothing is Impossible' campaign for Toyota. Saatchi & Saatchi has won numerous awards for its work, including Cannes Lions, Clios, and Effies.
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