This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, which manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for an Art Director Pleno based in Brazil.
As a Mid-Level Art Director, you will bring creative concepts to life across digital and offline channels, combining strong visual storytelling with strategic brand thinking. You will collaborate closely with copywriters, designers, and creative teams to develop impactful campaigns that connect with audiences and support client marketing objectives. From initial brainstorming and storyboarding to final production, you will help shape cohesive visual experiences across social media, digital advertising, print, point-of-sale materials, and video. You will also explore AI-powered creative tools and emerging industry trends to push creative possibilities forward. This temporary, remote opportunity offers a collaborative environment where innovation, design excellence, and continuous learning are encouraged.
Accountabilities
Creative Concept Development: Develop original ideas and visual concepts in partnership with copywriters and other creative professionals, ensuring strong alignment between messaging and visual direction.
Visual Storytelling: Create sketches, storyboards, mockups, and drafts to communicate creative ideas and guide campaign development.
Key Visual Adaptation: Adapt and extend key visuals in accordance with client creative guidelines, brand standards, and campaign requirements.
Multichannel Design: Produce static and video assets for social media, online and offline advertising, point-of-sale materials, print, and events.
Brand Strategy Alignment: Understand marketing initiatives, brand positioning, target audiences, and campaign objectives to create relevant and effective visual solutions.
Creative Collaboration: Work closely with designers, copywriters, and other team members to develop consistent creative work across formats and platforms.
End-to-End Project Delivery: Manage creative projects from concept through final delivery, balancing quality, attention to detail, and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Design Guidance: Provide creative direction and guidance to other designers when needed, supporting quality and consistency across deliverables.
Client Presentations: Present creative concepts and finished materials clearly and confidently to clients and internal stakeholders, incorporating feedback where appropriate.
Creative Innovation: Stay informed about design trends, industry best practices, and emerging technologies, including AI-powered image and video generation, to enhance the creative process.
Requirements
Professional Experience: At least 3 years of experience as an Art Director, preferably within an advertising agency or a similar creative environment.
AI-Powered Creativity: Hands-on experience using artificial intelligence tools to generate images and videos, alongside skills in photomontage and image manipulation.
Adobe Creative Suite: Proficiency in Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign, with familiarity with Adobe Firefly considered valuable.
Motion and Video: Knowledge of animation and video editing tools, particularly After Effects and Premiere.
Digital and Offline Design: Experience developing creative assets for digital channels as well as offline materials, including point-of-sale displays, print, and events.
Design and Prototyping Tools: Practical experience using Figma and wireframing tools to support visual design and concept development.
UI/UX Knowledge: Understanding of user interface and user experience principles, with the ability to apply them when developing digital experiences.
Creative Portfolio: A strong portfolio demonstrating art direction, graphic design, visual storytelling, and the ability to develop creative concepts across multiple formats.
Language Skills: Intermediate English or higher, enabling effective collaboration and communication in an international environment.
Additional Advantage: Intermediate Spanish proficiency is a plus.
Creative Thinking: Strong conceptual skills, attention to detail, and the ability to transform strategic objectives into compelling visual communication.
Collaboration and Organization: Excellent communication, adaptability, and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple deliverables and work effectively under tight deadlines.
Contract Availability: Willingness to work under a temporary employment arrangement.
Benefits
Remote Work: The flexibility to work remotely from Brazil.
Flexible Schedule: Flexible working hours that support autonomy and work-life balance.
Health and Dental Coverage: Access to health and dental insurance plans.
Flexible Benefits Card: Support for eligible expenses across areas such as food, culture, education, and mobility.
Language Learning: Access to a language development program.
Wellness Support: Access to TotalPass and other well-being resources.
Continuous Learning: A culture that encourages professional development, knowledge sharing, and ongoing learning.
Career Development: Investment in employees’ skills and long-term professional growth.
Creative Collaboration: Opportunities to work with multidisciplinary teams in an environment that values innovation, experimentation, and creative excellence.
Inclusive Culture: A commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, with respect for different backgrounds, identities, abilities, and experiences.
International Exposure: The opportunity to contribute to digital transformation projects and creative work for a variety of clients and audiences.