Art Director

Art Director Arthur Elliott Charlotte, NC Job Details Part-time 13 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Opportunities for advancement Qualifications Branding Bachelor's degree in graphic design Bachelor's degree in visual communications Bachelor's degree Quality control Visual communication design Graphic Design Print design Scope management Senior level Cross-functional collaboration Communication Design Figma Communication skills Cross-functional communication File organization Managing media, arts or design teams Design systems Art direction Layout design

Full Job Description Benefits:

401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Opportunity for advancement Paid time off Training & development Vision insurance Wellness resources As an Art Director at Arthur Elliott, you are responsible for translating creative vision into high-quality, on-brand execution across client work. You lead visual direction at the project and campaign level, ensuring design excellence, consistency, and craft across all deliverables. You are hands-on, detail-driven, and collaborative — guiding designers through concept development, layout, typography, and visual storytelling. You partner closely with Project Management and Account teams to ensure creative work is delivered on time, on brief, and at the highest standard. This role is focused on executional leadership , not departmental management. Reports to Creative Director.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

Creative Execution & Art Direction Lead visual direction for client campaigns, brands, and marketing assets across digital and print Translate creative briefs into clear visual concepts, layouts, and design systems Ensure all creative aligns with brand guidelines, creative strategy, and campaign objectives Provide hands-on design support as needed across key accounts and deliverables Team Guidance & Quality Control Art-direct Graphic Designers and Production Designers through feedback, revisions, and refinement Review creative work for quality, accuracy, consistency, and adherence to specs Support designers in problem-solving and elevating their craft Maintain high creative standards while balancing timelines and scope Cross-Functional Collaboration Partner with Project Managers to understand timelines, scope, and priorities Collaborate with Account Strategy to interpret briefs and client feedback Work closely with Copywriters, Media, and Development to ensure cohesive creative execution Process & Organization Support creative workflows, file management standards, and version control Ensure deliverables are production-ready and meet internal QA expectations Contribute to evolving design systems, templates, and creative best practices

QUALIFICATIONS

5+ years of experience in graphic design or visual design, preferably in an agency environment Strong portfolio demonstrating art direction, brand systems, and campaign execution Expert proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite; Figma experience strongly preferred Strong understanding of typography, layout, color, and visual hierarchy Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines with attention to detail Collaborative, solution-oriented mindset with strong communication skills Bachelor's degree in graphic design, Visual Communications, or related field preferred