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Tuesday, June 25, 2013

Art Director - Must have fashion experience - Charlotte, North Carolina Area

Job Description

Position Summary
The role of the Art Director, branding and broadcast team, is to concept, design, art direct and execute branding and broadcast projects for retail advertising (including catalog, direct mail, collateral, logo development and television)
 
The major responsibilities include: 
  • Photo Art direction and Graphic skills on location, through email, by phone
  • Layout and composition skills in print and broadcast media
  • Production capability (accurately and efficiently build and release files)
  • Develop conceptual presentations through finished projects including storyboard creation and tv graphics
  • Ability to follow and contribute to style guide
  • Ability to translate the brand through visual communication and story telling
 
Essential Functions
Behavioral Traits:
  • Work comfortably within tight deadlines and budgets
  • Positive attitude
  • Handle multiple projects simultaneously
 
Management Practices & Business Applications:
  • Ability to present ideas in a clear manner to all levels of associates
 
External Relationships:
  • Effective communications with vendors (photographers, separators, producers, directors, editors etc.)
 
Internal Relationships:
  • Work as a team with copywriter and present ideas together
  • Build good relations with buyers and stylists
  • Good people skills overall

Desired Skills & Experience

Position Requirements
Education & Experience
College degree with advertising, graphic design, art direction or related major required.
3 years retail fashion advertising experience required (broadcast creative experience a major plus)
Must have basic knowledge of photography and videography
Experience in selecting talent and editing photography
Computer skills in InDesign, Adobe PhotoShop, Illustrator, Excel
Ability to travel for production and photography shoots