What are the responsibilities and job description for the Art Director position at Miller Zell?
POSITION SUMMARY: Supports the creative team in the execution of retail design programs and creative initiatives by developing high-quality visual concepts and branded design solutions. The Art Director leads the artistic development and production of creative assets across retail environments, presentations, marketing collateral, packaging, and experiential materials. Working collaboratively with cross-functional teams, this role ensures creative deliverables align with brand standards, project objectives, operational workflows, and client expectations while maintaining consistency, quality, and efficiency throughout the design process.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Develops and executes creative concepts, layouts, and visual solutions for retail and brand initiatives
- Supports the Design Manager in implementing design strategies, creative standards, and project workflows
- Collaborates with cross-functional teams to deliver integrated creative solutions
- Ensures brand consistency, graphic integrity, and quality across all deliverables
- Provides direction to internal designers, engineers, freelancers, vendors, and external creative partners as assigned
- Assists in developing presentations, storyboards, mockups, and client-facing materials
- Partners with creative, production, and account teams to ensure accurate and timely project execution
- Presents creative concepts and design rationale clearly and professionally to internal teams and clients
- Maintains knowledge of retail trends, consumer insights, materials, and production processes
- Participates in press checks and production reviews to ensure quality control and brand standards compliance
- Demonstrates strong organizational, multitasking, and problem-solving skills in a fast-paced environment
- Communicates effectively through verbal, written, and visual presentation skills
- Contributes to a collaborative, inclusive, and solutions-focused team environment
- Adapts positively to change and demonstrates initiative in learning new tools, processes, and technologies
- Maintains quality, productivity, and service standards while meeting project deadlines and business objectives
- Demonstrates accountability, reliability, punctuality, and regular attendance in remote and onsite environments
- Travels periodically for meetings, presentations, site visits, or production oversight as needed
- Demonstrates proficiency in industry techniques, design software, production methods, and creative best practices
POSITION REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: Bachelor’s Degree from a 4-year college, University, or art school in Fine Arts, Graphic Design, Communications, or closely related field
Experience: 7 years of Art Direction or Graphic Design (Environmental, Trade Show, and/or Exhibit graphics preferred)
Special Skills/Qualifications: Proficiency in Adobe CC (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, etc). Experience with design best practices as it relates to various channels including social, digital, physical. Thorough understanding of graphic design, photography, typography, and layout.