Art Director

General Purpose of Job The Art Director is expected to possess an aptitude for creating and ideating strong graphic design concepts. The Art Director must understand and be aware of the Quad production/design capabilities/processes, and a knowledge of industry standards and practices related to Graphic Arts in retail. • Propose creative concept elements for redesign of current and new projects • Prepare digital assets using scanners and or digital cameras • Prepare client digital or print proofs for approval • Make corrections and modifications to client proof as requested • Use experience and knowledge to help clients generate timely and cost-effective solutions within budget • Oversees the artistic development of marketing and promotional materials, in concert with Quad Creative/Production teams • Attend Client turnover meeting to gather critical information to communicate all parties for the successful completion of the project • Attend client meetings and present creative materials and ideas • Create rough concept/layouts, to help communicate the wants and needs for the project. This includes sketches or making a rough digital comp • Annotate corrections and modifications to client proofs as requested • Assist in project and/or client customer service needs • Assist in finding efficiencies for the department and processes • Must have strong project management skills, ability to think strategically and manage multiple priorities, anticipate demands, coordinate stringent deadlines and properly estimate time for work • Electronically build, create and assemble various print projects in accordance with agency and client specifications which included, but no limited to data entry and copy fitting, image manipulation, art creation or modification • Assure timely communication with all parties of project directions and design of the projects with rough concept/layouts, to help communicate the wants and needs for the project. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities • Ability to speak, read and write in the English language • Proficient in Figma • Understanding of designing for ADA compliance • 5-7 plus years of experience as a Mac Operator and Graphic Designer • Must have strong project management skills, ability to think strategically and manage multiple priorities, anticipate demands, coordinate stringent deadlines and properly estimate time for work • General advertising, marketing, media, TV and radio terminology and processes • Knowledge of the web, internet, and ftp technology • Knowledge of POS and store signage • Experience interacting with marketing and branding divisions in large companies • Expert familiarity with visual design process and visual design principles • Must have formal online advertising experience creating web graphics, animations, user interfaces, icons, style sheets, color schemes, and templates and layouts.