At Kepler, we're not just observers in the digital marketing space; we're pioneers. Part of the innovative kyu Collective, Kepler is bringing "The Future in Focus.” We execute engineered marketing by harnessing data and technology across all paid digital media and data-driven CRM channels, propelling global brands into the future with clarity and focus. With Kepler Creative, we fuse our data-driven insights with emerging generative technology and world class creativity to unlock even greater impact for our brand partners. Recognized as one of the Best Places to Work by AdAge in 2022, we are committed to exceptional transparency, unparalleled growth opportunities, fun, and working with the industry's smartest minds.

The Role:

The ACD Design and Art Direction role at Kepler embodies our philosophy of "The Future in Focus." This is not a traditional design and art direction role; it involves leading the creative direction across an especially diverse range of digital mediums and tools, and working collaboratively with cross-functional teams in an entrepreneurial mindset. This position requires a versatile, innovative professional adept in contemporary design and capable of working across various brand aesthetics. The role entails creating and directing digital advertising creatives, including social media, display ads, online videos for diverse brands, directing Dynamic Creative Optimization (DCO), and developing multivariable testing ad campaigns. A passion for emerging technology central to this role. This creative will be involved in the development of new creative tools, including AI and automation, and design innovative workflows that enable Kepler to deliver top-tier creatives faster and more efficiently than ever before.

What You Will Do:

• Design and manage Kepler's internal design assets, including websites, social media content, collateral, and business development materials.
• Create and direct innovative digital advertising creatives across various platforms.
• Lead Dynamic Creative Optimization (DCO) initiatives and develop multivariable testing ad campaigns.
• Collaborate with data scientists, AI engineers, animators, writers, project managers, and other creatives in the development of new tools, workflows and products.
• Be responsible for presentations, confidently pitching new clients, and utilizing strong writing and communication skills.
• Maintain a culture of creativity, continuous learning, and innovation within the team.
• Promote a positive, collaborative, ego-free team atmosphere with a strong focus on work-life balance.
• Minimal travel requirements.

Desired Skills and Experience:

• Over 10 years of experience in diverse design roles, including experience within professional creative environments.
• Must have an online portfolio demonstrating contemporary design across various brand aesthetics.
• Mastery-level experience in Photoshop, Illustrator. Google Suite proficiency required.
• Experience in additional creative software a strong plus: After Effects, Audition, XD, Figma, Framer
• Proficient in a wide array of AI tools: MidJourney, GPT-4, Tome, ElevenLabs, Krea, Runway, DALL-E
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Graphic Design, Fine Arts, or related field preferred but not required.

Why Join Kepler:

• Be a part of a team that is at the forefront of creative innovation in digital marketing.
• Work in an environment that highly values creativity, collaboration, innovation, and work-life balance.
• Competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth in a globally recognized company.

Total Compensation:

• Base Salary: $105,100 - $131,400
• Target Annualized Discretionary Bonus: 10% ($10,500 - $13,100)
• Target Total Cash: $115,600 - 144,500

Benefits:

• Healthcare/Dental/Vision
• Unlimited PTO
• 401k Contributions
• $125/mo Mobile Phone Stipend
• $50/mo Internet Stipend
• $200/yr Home Office Equipment Stipend
• $800/yr Annual Learning Stipend
• $1,500/yr Annual Education Stipend
• Parental Leave - 12 week primary caregiver / 4 week secondary caregiver leave
• Annual Work From Anywhere 4 weeks per year