What are the responsibilities and job description for the Art Director position at FOVNDRY?
FOVNDRY seeks an Art Director to join our Rockville, MD team. This is a hybrid in-person/remote position. The ideal candidate is a creative problem solver and agency veteran with proven experience building brands and developing collateral across print and digital channels. A strong technical design acumen, ability to think strategically, and comfort delivering in a deadline-driven environment required.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Collaborate with account leads and creative team members to concept, design, and deliver assets across a multitude of integrated print and digital marketing channels, including: print brochures and direct mailers, point-of-purchase assets, event material, storyboards, websites and landing pages, emails, presentations and pitch decks, social and editorial assets, infographics, and more
- Develop brands from the ground up, including strategy, logo design, visual toolkits, and style guides
- Evolve and rollout assigned brands, working with existing toolkits, style guides, and reference materials to develop collateral that is on brand
- Mentor and empower teammates, elevating work developed by team members by providing concept and technical guidance and fostering a collaborative creative environment
- Present work and effectively interpret and incorporate client and creative feedback while maintaining personal design integrity
- Work within agency project management and file review systems to manage personal workflow, schedule, and deadlines
- Stay on top of industry trends and continually seek training and education in new skills and tools related to your work
QUALIFICATIONS:
- 8 years of experience at a creative/branding agency
- Bachelor’s degree in graphic design or related visual communications field
- A strong, dynamic portfolio showcasing branding and collateral design work across both print and digital mediums
- Proficiency in Adobe Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, and Keynote; After Effects and Figma (or comparable) a plus
- Keen attention to detail (proofing work) and file structure/organization (naming layers, linking assets, etc.)
- Thorough understanding of print specifications and ability to prep files for print
- Highly collaborative, organized, and a self-starter
- Proven ability to prioritize, accountable in meeting deadlines, and a willingness to take ownership
- Committed to upholding our business ethics and reputation
BENEFITS:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Company-paid short- and long-term disability and life insurance
- Professional and personal development program
- PTO program, including federal holidays
- Simple IRA with match
- Summer Fridays
- Team-building events
- And more
Please send resume and portfolio of applicable work to: careers@fovndry.com.