DHX Advertising is hiring: Associate Art Director in Portland

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionAssociate Art DirectorPosition Overview: The Associate Art Director plays a pivotal role in supporting the Art Director in conceptualizing and executing visual designs for various creative projects. This role blends artistic and technical skills to produce aesthetically engaging, on-brand designs while collaborating with other team members, including designers, copywriters, photographers, and producers.Key Responsibilities:Design Conceptualization:Collaborate with the Art Director to conceptualize creative visual directions for projects.Assist in brainstorming and idea development for campaigns, advertisements, and other creative materials.Create mood boards, design layouts, and mockups to present initial design concepts.Design Execution:Design graphics, digital layouts, advertisements, web pages, and promotional materials in accordance with the brand’s visual identity.Ensure that designs are optimized for various platforms (print, digital, social media, etc. ).Review and revise designs based on feedback from the Art Director and other team members.Creative Direction:Assist in maintaining consistency across design assets and marketing materials.Ensure the adherence to established brand guidelines while infusing fresh, creative ideas into designs.Support the Art Director in directing photoshoots, video shoots, and other creative assets to align with design vision.Team Collaboration:Work closely with copywriters, photographers, and other creatives to integrate content and visuals seamlessly.Collaborate with the marketing team to ensure designs support the overall campaign strategy.Take part in meetings and brainstorms to contribute innovative design solutions and ideas.Project Management Support:Help prioritize design projects and manage deadlines.Assist in presenting and pitching design ideas to clients or internal teams.Maintain organized files and assets, ensuring that designs are documented and archived for future use.Quality Control:Ensure all final designs are polished and meet the highest standards of quality.Provide constructive feedback to junior designers or interns to ensure their work aligns with creative goals.Review and approve production-ready designs, files, and assets.Skills & Qualifications:Education: Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Visual Arts, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).Experience: 2-4 years of experience in graphic design, with a focus on art direction or visual design. Previous experience in a junior or assistant role is beneficial.Design Skills: Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign), and other design tools. Some roles may offer flexible or remote work arrangements depending on the organization’s policies.