We pity the fools stuck in the typical agency shuffle.

Finch Brands, a real-world brand consultancy, is seeking an Art Director to assist with brand creation. In this position, the Art Director will use elements like typography and photography to expertly create both print and digital designs. In this role, the candidate will collaborate with the VP of Design and the Director of Creative Strategy to transition from creative idea to creative activation. The role will report to the VP of Design.

What you’ll do:

• Collaborate
  Closely partner with DCS & VP of Design to manage and execute creative deliverables while collaborating directly with the creative and strategy teams.
• Create
  Generate highly effective logos, creative concepts, brand collateral, packaging, and lead the design of websites based in UX principles.
• Communicate
  Regularly work with other designers to convey creative ideas that meet specific strategic objectives and ‘sell’ them to internal teams and clients.

Company Description

Finch Brands is a real-world brand consultancy. We help brands win when it matters most by blending insight, intuition, and creativity to shape brand strategy and drive people to action.
Finch Brands was founded in 1998 by executives instrumental in the ascent of IKEA and David’s Bridal.
Their original vision was to create the firm they couldn’t find when they were in our clients’ shoes – an end-to-end brand development and management powerhouse that seamlessly delivers breakthrough strategy and irrepressible design.
To accomplish this, we've brought together leaders from brand-first organizations like Campbell Soup Company, Kimberly-Clark, Mars, and Target. These experiences make us a better, more instinctive partner and we put this hard-earned expertise to work for clients across categories and all along the growth track.

Required Experience and Skills:

• Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles
• Must be able to design from concept to completion of projects
• Track record of powerful design (both print and digital) grounded in strategy
• Ability to perform, problem-solve, and manage multiple priorities in a very fast-paced environment
• Self-motivated, organized, and accountable
• Can take the lead on projects and own them, start to finish
• Impeccable communication skills, including the ability to articulate creative concepts and explain rationale to other team members and clients.
• 4+ years of relevant experience in creative / brand development fields
• Web design skills. Experience in Sketch/Figma a plus
• Strong UX/UI knowledge
• A portfolio of creative work that showcases both print and digital
• Solid understanding of the creative workflow
• Well versed in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, InDesign, and Photoshop). After Effects a plus

Candidate Attributes:

• Be a driver, not a passenger: self-starter mentality with a strong bias for action
• Find opportunity in the uncomfortable: a growth-oriented mindset and willingness to move beyond their current comfort zone to develop new skills
• Care deeply about outcomes: A remarkable work ethic and superior attention to detail
• Has each other’s backs: Collaborates effectively and has coworkers’ backs
• Create positive energy: Advocates for their team and enhances a sense of comradery throughout work streams
• Seeks & Shares Feedback: Is comfortable giving and receiving feedback to direct team and cross-function
• An ability to learn new things quickly
• A natural curiosity about brands and businesses with a focus on delivering results
• Flexible and solution-oriented

If you share a relentless passion for results, we want to hear from you.

To apply, please send your resume, cover letter and portfolio via website link or PDF to info@finchbrands.com with the subject line "Art Director Application." Candidates will not be considered without submission of portfolio.