Art Director Photo/Video

Founded in 1969, JohnsonRauhoff is an award-winning creative agency known for delivering exceptional work for leading national and international brands. Located in the vibrant beach community of St. Joseph, Michigan—just 90 minutes from Chicago—our team enjoys a collaborative, energetic culture where creativity thrives, pets are welcome, and careers are built to last. We're seeking an experienced Photo/Video Art Director with a strong background in culinary brands. This role is ideal for a strategic thinker and visual storyteller who can inspire clients, lead creative teams, and bring concepts to life through hands-on direction. What You'll Do Creative Direction & Production Lead art direction for photography and video shoots, ensuring alignment with brand vision and creative strategy Translate briefs into compelling visual concepts, set designs, and on-set execution Collaborate closely with stylists, photographers, and production teams to achieve best-in-class results Guide shoots from pre-production through final delivery, maintaining high creative standards throughout Concept Development Develop and communicate ideas using sketches, mood boards, tear sheets, and design templates Stay ahead of trends in culinary branding, food photography, and visual storytelling Ensure consistency across all visual outputs, including print, digital, and video platforms Post-Production Oversight Review and guide editing processes to ensure final assets meet brand and quality standards Maintain visual consistency and excellence across all deliverables What You Bring Strong portfolio showcasing art direction across print, digital, and video—preferably with culinary or food brands Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Design, Fine Arts, or related field Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop), Capture One, and Microsoft Office (Mac environment) Ability to clearly communicate ideas visually and verbally Strong collaboration skills and experience working with cross-functional creative teams Excellent time management with the ability to handle multiple projects while meeting deadlines and budgets Strong presentation, communication, and organizational skills