Leads creative concepting and design production across primarily print, plus digital and social formats. Directs, mentors, and develops designers; manages visual quality, brand consistency, print production, prepress, proofing, and final QA. Partners with creative and cross-functional teams, sources and retouches photography, maintains templates and asset libraries, supports presentations and pitches, and uses approved AI tools to improve design workflows.
ART DIRECTOR
JOB SUMMARY
The Art Director provides design leadership across print and digital products, with a primary focus on print. This role owns creative concepting from initial idea through final production, translating audience needs, client objectives, and brand strategy into visually compelling work. The Art Director is responsible for the creative quality of assigned projects and for the growth of the designers who support them.
Beyond individual craft, the Art Director leads and mentors a team of designers, setting the creative bar, guiding execution, and elevating the work of others through direction, coaching, and feedback. Working closely with Senior Art Directors, Creative Directors, and cross-functional partners, the Art Director ensures deliverables are strategically aligned, production-ready, and executed to the highest standard of quality and accuracy.
WHO WE'RE LOOKING FOR
- Creative leader who develops and communicates strong concepts and rallies a team around a shared vision
- Accomplished designer with executional excellence in print and fluency across digital and social formats
- Strategic thinker who understands target audiences' needs, tasks, and goals and translates them into creative solutions
- Committed mentor with a passion for design and genuine eagerness to develop and elevate other team members
- Detail-oriented steward of quality who upholds the exacting standards of print production and final QA
- Collaborative communicator who gives and receives feedback well and manages relationships internally and externally
- Curious learner who stays informed on design trends, print technologies, and evolving creative tools
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provide design leadership in the development and communication of creative concepts for print and digital products
- Lead, mentor, and develop a team of designers through direction, coaching, feedback, and day-to-day creative guidance
- Understand target audiences' needs, tasks, and goals, translating them into creative concepts
- Create compelling concepts and work with cross-functional teams to bring the vision through to final deliverables
- Design and produce high-quality print layouts, including multi-page guides, magazine inserts, and marketing materials, alongside supporting digital, social, and integrated marketing initiatives
- Prepare and finalize print design files appropriately for the printer, ensuring accuracy of bleed, trim, color profiles, resolution, and other production specifications
- Proof designs to ensure they are ready for review by the rest of the team, and provide final quality assurance on all art-related elements of the products
- Source and manage photography for print and general use, identifying relevant, dynamic imagery; perform photo cleanup and retouching in Photoshop as needed
- Review and elevate the work of designers on the team, ensuring deliverables are accurate, consistent, brand-aligned, and strategically effective
- Partner with Senior Art Directors and Creative Directors to maintain visual consistency and creative standards across projects
- Manage own workflow while coordinating with project teams and management on schedules, requirements, goals, and assignments
- Contribute to the development and maintenance of templates, asset libraries, design systems, and production standards
- Provide creative leadership and visual support for presentations, pitches, internal initiatives, and business development efforts
- Utilize approved AI-assisted tools to support design exploration, production efficiency, and workflow optimization while maintaining strong creative judgment
- Maintain organized file structures, asset management practices, and project documentation
- Stay informed on emerging design trends, print technologies, tools, and best practices
REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor's degree (BA/BFA) in Design, Fine Arts, Communications, Advertising, or related field preferred; relevant experience will be considered
- 6-9+ years of design experience with a strong focus on print, within agency, marketing, or integrated creative environments, including at least 3 years working within cross-functional teams
- Prior experience leading, mentoring, or directing designers
- Strong design portfolio displaying beautifully crafted graphics, excellent typography, and simple, clean design using modern, vibrant colors
- Demonstrated understanding of design principles, project management principles, and managing expectations
- Advanced proficiency in the latest versions of applicable programs, including Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign, with familiarity with modern design tools such as Figma
- Solid understanding of online and offline production, including prepress, file preparation, bleed/trim, color profiles, and quality assurance processes
- Exceptional leadership skills and a passion for design, with an eagerness to mentor and elevate other team members
- Ability to think strategically and work collaboratively with a team
- Ability to multi-task and work efficiently under pressure with careful attention to detail
- Willingness to take direction if and when needed, while also working independently
- Ability to respond positively to client and peer criticism and feedback
- Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing
- Ability to effectively manage relationships, both internally and externally
- Dependable, strong work ethic with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, professional office environment
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS
- Occasional intra- and/or inter-state travel required, sometimes requiring an overnight stay
COMPENSATION: $65,000 - 73,000
- Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision
- 401k matching contribution
- Generous paid-time-off compensation
- Flexible work schedule
- Paid volunteer opportunities and company-supported charitable events
- Collaborative, creative, and fun team environment with professional-growth opportunities
OUR COMMITMENT TO CULTURE:
At Miles Partnership, we are driven by our commitment to actively evolve inclusive marketing industry practices, drive innovation within the company and empower our team, our clients and the communities we serve. We will make intentional actions to build a work culture where our team members are always heard, empowered and valued. We will provide a culture of service where we enable our teams and clients to meaningfully engage with their communities, share and tell their stories through travel, and lead a movement across the broader tourism industry to influence social change and ensure open access to travel for all.
Miles Partnership, LLLP are equal employment opportunity employers.
http://www.milespartnership.com/
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