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ABOUT THE COMPANY

Agency 29 is a brand-building firm specializing in food, beverage, and agriculture brands. We partner with clients ranging from global CPG companies to regional organizations and higher education institutions—helping them grow through strategy, identity, and marketing. We're a tight-knit, collaborative team that values working with good people, going above and beyond, being all-in, and actually enjoying the work we do. Established in 2007, Agency 29 is a New York State Woman Business Enterprise (WBE) and an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. ▶

ABOUT THE POSITION

This is not a "pixel-pusher" role, and it's not a leadership role with people management either. As an Art Director at Agency 29, you'll bridge strategy and execution, concept and craft, big-picture thinking and detailed design. You'll help shape creative output across projects, leading design direction, contributing to brand strategy, and executing high-quality visual work. You'll collaborate closely with our creative team and cross-functional team members, elevating both the work and the people around you. This role is ideal for someone ready to take ownership and grow into a stronger creative leader while staying hands-on. ▶

WHAT YOU'LL DO

Creative Development

• Concept and execute brand identities, campaigns, and marketing initiatives across print, digital, and web. Translate Strategy into Design
• Turn brand strategy into clear, compelling visual systems that work across channels. Own Projects End-to-End
• Take work from concept through final delivery with accountability and attention to detail. Art Direct & Elevate Others
• Provide thoughtful feedback and direction to design colleagues to ensure strong, cohesive work. Collaborate Across Teams
• Partner with strategists, champions in client relationships, and leadership to bring ideas to life. Present Your Thinking
• Confidently articulate and defend creative decisions internally and with clients. Build Systems, Not Just Assets
• Create scalable, thoughtful design systems (not just one-off executions). Maintain a High Bar
• Ensure all work meets a high standard for creativity, consistency, accuracy and craft. Proud of Production
• We're specifically looking for someone who is happy with production-level design execution.

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WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR A

strategic thinker with strong design instincts Someone who takes ownership and pushes work forward A collaborative teammate who gives and receives thoughtful feedback A clear communicator who can present ideas with confidence A creative who cares about both concept and execution ▶

YOUR QUALIFICATIONS 5-7

years of experience in an agency or in-house creative environment Strong portfolio demonstrating brand systems, identity work, and multi-channel design Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign) Experience with Figma and a strong knowledge of UI/UX principles Understanding of web design best practices (HTML/CSS familiarity is a plus) Solid knowledge of print production and digital workflows Strong organizational and time management skills Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment ▶

WHAT WE'D LOVE

(The "Bonus Points" that move your resume to the top of the stack) Photography and/or videography skills are a huge plus Experience with WordPress Motion design or animation experience (After Effects, etc.) Exposure to marketing strategy or campaign development ▶

THE DETAILS

Salary:

$65,000

• $75,000 (based on experience and fit) Hybrid work environment (Rochester, NY-based) Health insurance, retirement benefits, parental leave, and unlimited PTO Profit sharing plan A culture focused on growth Direct collaboration with leadership Opportunities for professional development A supportive, ego-free team that values great work and real life ▶

READY TO JOIN?

Send us: Your resume A link to your portfolio A short note about a design problem you solved that you're proud of Even if you don't check every box, we encourage you to apply. We care about chemistry, creativity, and potential just as much as experience.

Pay:

$65,000.00

• $75,000.

00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Flexible schedule Health insurance Paid time off Parental leave Professional development assistance Retirement plan Application Question(s): Please share your portfolio link Please tell us why you want to work for Agency 29. (We prioritize real, human responses to this question! We're not looking to understand why an AI tool wants to work here)

Work Location:

Hybrid remote in Rochester, NY 14609