Senior Art Director

WHY DEPT®?

We are pioneers at heart. What this means, is that we are always leaning forward, thinking of what we can create tomorrow that does not exist today. We were born digital and we are a new model of agency, with a deep skillset in tech and marketing. That’s why we hire curious, self-driven, talented people who never stop innovating.

Our culture is big enough to cope and small enough to care. Meaning, that with people across 20+ countries, we’re big enough to provide you with the best tools, global opportunities, and benefits that help you thrive. While acting small by investing in you, your growth, your team, and giving you the autonomy to solve our clients' problems, no matter where you are in the world. 

THE ROLE

We’re looking for a talented and strategic Senior Art Director to join a fast-paced, high-performing team dedicated to one of our most visible and dynamic clients. This is a hands-on role for someone who brings conceptual thinking, sharp design instincts, and video-first experience to the table—someone who can translate strategy into smart, engaging creative that performs.

You’ll partner closely with Copywriters and report into an Associate Creative Director, collaborating to bring creative briefs to life across digital, social, and video channels. You’ll help shape campaign direction, lead visual execution, and ensure design excellence from kickoff through delivery. While you're not the final decision-maker, you’ll play a crucial role in guiding teammates, owning your workstream, and consistently raising the creative bar.

This role is perfect for someone who thrives in creative collaboration, enjoys rolling up their sleeves to execute, and has a strong point of view on what makes effective content in today’s digital world.

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

• Deliver High-Impact Creative: Concept and design best-in-class creative across digital, social, and video touchpoints, with a strong focus on visual storytelling and performance.
• Support Video + Content Production: Contribute to pre-production planning, support on-set shoots, and collaborate with editors and motion designers in post to ensure work comes to life as intended.
• Partner Across Disciplines: Work closely with copywriters, strategists, producers, project managers, and client teams to ensure creative aligns with brief goals, brand voice, and business objectives.
• Manage Creative Execution: Own your work from end to end—delivering polished, on-brand, and performance-minded assets on time and on brief.
• Mentor Junior Talent: Provide feedback and creative guidance to Art Directors and Designers, helping them grow while ensuring quality standards across deliverables.
• Be a Problem Solver: Navigate ambiguity with confidence, adapt to shifting priorities, and bring proactive solutions to creative and production challenges.
• Embody Team Culture: Lead with curiosity, kindness, and accountability. You’ll play an active role in fostering an inclusive, collaborative team environment.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING:

• 7–10 years of experience in visual design, with a strong portfolio showcasing digital campaigns, social-first content, and video-driven work
• Previous agency experience and a track record of working on high-volume, high-visibility accounts
• On-set and content production experience (domestic or global), including working with video directors, editors, and producers
• Strong client presentation and communication skills—you can confidently present ideas, take feedback in stride, and advocate for great creative
• Excellent design sensibility and a strategic eye for layout, typography, motion, and branding
• A proactive, collaborative mindset—you bring energy to brainstorms, jump in where needed, and support your teammates with generosity and respect
• A creative portfolio that shows your eye for design, your range in digital and video, and your ability to turn strategy into scroll-stopping creative

YOU’LL THRIVE IN THIS ROLE IF YOU:

• Enjoy balancing creative concepting with tactical execution
• Have a passion for video and a solid understanding of content production workflows
• Are comfortable working directly with clients and stakeholders, while also taking creative direction from an ACD or CD
• Can juggle multiple projects while staying detail-oriented and deadline-driven
• Value feedback, mentorship, and continuous improvement—for yourself and others
• This is your opportunity to hel