What are the responsibilities and job description for the Art Director position at Artisan Talent?
Our client is seeking an Art Director / Senior Editorial Designer to support a fast-paced, research-driven organization on a contract basis. This role will focus heavily on high-quality editorial design, including reports, publications, and multi-channel assets. The ideal candidate is both strategic and hands-on, capable of setting visual direction while executing quickly across deliverables. This is an immediate need with strong visibility to senior stakeholders and the opportunity to contribute to forward-thinking, content-rich initiatives.
You Will:
- Lead visual direction and execution for editorial content, including reports, whitepapers, and publications
- Design and produce high-quality layouts using strong typography and grid systems
- Translate complex, abstract research concepts into clear and compelling visual storytelling
- Create supporting assets such as presentation decks, PDFs, and digital content
- Collaborate directly with senior stakeholders including production, editorial, and executive leadership
- Work within existing brand guidelines while contributing to visual evolution and consistency
- Manage multiple deliverables simultaneously in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
- Provide fresh creative perspective and elevate overall design quality across outputs
You Have:
- 7 years of experience in editorial design, publication design, or art direction
- Advanced expertise in Adobe InDesign with strong typography and layout skills
- Experience designing long-form, content-heavy materials such as reports or research publications
- Strong portfolio demonstrating clean, intelligent, and structured design systems
- Ability to balance concept development with hands-on production execution
- Experience working with senior stakeholders and operating with minimal direction
- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and Google Workspace
- Strong attention to detail and ability to work quickly without sacrificing quality
Logistics:
- Start Date/Duration: Starting ASAP; short-term projects with potential extension
- Hours/Week: Approximately 20 Hours/Week (may flex based on workload)
- Onsite/Offsite: Hybrid 1-2 days/week onsite in Palo Alto, CA (Tues/Thurs preferred)
- Laptop/Software Requirements: Using your own equipment, Mac-based, Adobe, Google Workspace. Can provide license if needed
- Hourly Pay Rate: $65-$75/Hour DOE
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Salary : $65 - $75