We’re Hiring an Art Director
Future Elder, an Alaska Native and woman-owned full-service brand marketing and communications firm headquartered in Anchorage, Alaska, is looking for an art director to join our team of talented designers known for their exceptional creativity and subject matter expertise. The ideal candidate will bring a sense of purpose, passion, curiosity and desire to learn, along with a foundational skillset for design and a knack for developing visual concepts that resonate. This individual will embody our company values and align with our brand purpose to move hearts and change minds. This is a full-time, exempt position and is currently a hybrid of in- and out-of-office work. Salary dependent on experience. Full benefits package available.
Responsibilities
- Concept and design across all print and digital channels, including (but not limited to) fully integrated marketing campaigns as well as individual projects such as logos, websites, email blasts, print collateral, direct mail, environmental graphics, social media, multi-media, and more.
- Perform general production work including resizing and formatting existing work, and photo editing and processing.
- Work closely and collaboratively with creative director, other art directors/designers, and client services team members.
- Produce work that demonstrates a strategic approach to all concepts and designs at all stages of a project.
- Possess an enthusiastic willingness to be involved at all stages of project development, from creating concepts, to making internal/client changes, and releasing final files.
- Adhere to brand standards for individual clients across all media.
Qualifications and Key Skills:
- Bachelor’s degree in advertising, graphic design, communications, or a similar area of focus.
- 3+ years of professional commercial design experience, preferably with a marketing/advertising agency or corporate marketing department.
- Expert proficiency with Adobe Creative Cloud, including InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop in a Mac OS environment.
- Basic understanding of Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Strong design aesthetic using color, typography, and graphic elements.
- Baseline knowledge of print production processes and procedures, and digital design techniques.
- Strong organizational and communication skills (both written and oral).
- Ability to absorb and apply constructive criticism from peers and clients.
- Attention to detail.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
- Deadline-focused and flexible under fluctuating workload.
- Professional and presentable attitude and appearance.
- Portfolio of work samples provided through a link or PDF attachment.
- Competitive salary based on experience
- 401K
- Medical insurance, including both dental and vision
- Paid time off and holidays
- Family leave
- Commitment to Community
- Nothing About Us Without Us
- Creative Rooted in Insight
- Humor is Medicine
- Vulnerability and Optimism
- Self-determination
