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Overview

We are seeking an Art Director with 8+ years of experience in advertising, branding, and campaign design. The ideal candidate is a self-starter, a strong visual thinker, and someone who thrives without constant supervision. You’ll lead the creative development of integrated campaigns across print, digital, and social media design, ensuring ideas are not only look good but are also strategically effective.

Key Responsibilities

• Conceptualize and execute advertising campaigns for print and digital, including social media design.
• Develop and deliver brand identities and creative concepts across multiple platforms.
• Be hands-on with AI tools (MidJourney, Adobe Firefly, etc.) to create high-quality visuals.
• Bring a holistic campaign approach to every project.
• Deliver polished, campaign-ready assets that meet creative and strategic goals.
• Work closely with copywriters and account teams to build impactful campaigns.
• Present and sell ideas confidently to clients and stakeholders.
• Operate independently, take ownership of projects, and maintain brand consistency.
• Provide creative direction to junior designers when required, while staying hands-on.

Requirements

• 8+ years of experience in a design/advertising agency environment.
• Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, Fine Arts, or Advertising.
• Strong portfolio showcasing integrated advertising campaigns and brand identity work.
• Fluent in written and spoken English
• Proven ability to sell ideas and translate briefs into powerful creative solutions.
• Expert proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign).
• Hands-on experience with AI design tools such as MidJourney and Adobe Firefly.
• Apply only with a strong advertising and design portfolio, and only if open to a creative test.

Bonus Skill

• Knowledge of motion tools such as After Effects or Premiere Pro.
• Familiarity with 3D design software or interactive media.
• Experience in performance-driven creative (digital/social ads with measurable results).
• Strong understanding of consumer insights, branding trends, and AI-driven workflows.

The most awarded young advertising agency in Kerala is looking for an Art Director at their Trivandrum office. Candidates with relevant experience who can join immediately shall be preferred. The successful candidate must possess excellent leadership qualities, with the ability to lead a team of visualizers and graphic designers. As the Art Director, you will be working on multiple brands across multiple domains.

Responsibilities:

· Understanding client briefs and client brands

· Conceive ideas & creatives and campaigns based on the client briefs

· A keen eye for aesthetics, typography, color theory, and design principles

· Being familiar with latest digital trends and social media platforms, and how they can be leveraged for brand communication

· Overseeing and managing timelines and resources

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About The Role
We are looking for a highly creative and strategic
Art Director
to lead the visual storytelling and brand expression across all digital and offline platforms. This role demands a hands-on leader who can not only guide the creative vision but also roll up their sleeves and deliver impactful designs. You will work closely with cross-functional teams including Marketing, Product, and Leadership to ensure a cohesive and compelling brand identity.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and drive the overall visual direction and brand design strategy for all creative projects
• Actively contribute to the design and creative process - from brainstorming, concept development, to final execution
• Collaborate with stakeholders to create innovative visual solutions aligned with business goals and marketing strategies
• Ensure visual consistency and excellence across all touchpoints including websites, social media, digital ads, presentations, print, and event collateral
• Mentor, guide, and provide constructive feedback to junior designers and creative team members
• Conduct creative reviews and maintain high standards of quality and creativity
• Stay updated with emerging design trends, tools, and technologies, and proactively introduce innovative ideas
• Translate complex concepts into visually engaging and emotionally resonant design experiences
• Collaborate with marketing and content teams to ensure creative work supports campaign objectives and brand narratives
• Lead visual storytelling initiatives that resonate with both B2B and B2C audiences
• Own brand guidelines and ensure consistent usage across departments and partner teams

Key Skills & Competencies
Creative & Design Skills

• Strong visual design skills with a solid understanding of typography, color theory, layout, composition, and branding
• Proficiency in industry-standard design tools like Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign), Figma, Sketch, or similar platforms
• Experience in creating assets for digital (websites, mobile, social media, ads) and print mediums
• Strong concept development skills with an ability to translate briefs into innovative and high-impact campaigns
• Experience in motion graphics and video editing tools (After Effects, Premiere Pro) is a plus

Strategic Thinking & Leadership

• Ability to align creative execution with broader marketing and business strategies
• Strong presentation and storytelling skills to communicate ideas effectively to stakeholders and leadership
• Proven experience in leading creative teams or mentoring junior designers
• Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously and manage priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Understanding of design thinking, user-centered design principles, and branding in the digital age

Marketing & Digital Acumen

• Exposure to B2B and B2C SaaS or tech-driven industries is preferred
• Strong understanding of digital marketing campaigns, performance marketing, and conversion-focused design
• Familiarity with UX/UI design principles and working knowledge of web and mobile interface standards
• Keen awareness of social media trends, consumer behavior, and digital content formats

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Graphic Design, Fine Arts, Visual Communication, or a related field
• 10 + years of experience in creative leadership, art direction, or senior design roles
• Portfolio showcasing a range of high-quality, strategic creative work across various media
• Prior experience in an agency or fast-paced in-house creative/marketing team is a plus

What You'll Bring

• A passion for creativity, design innovation, and storytelling
• A growth mindset with the ability to inspire and lead a creative vision
• A collaborative spirit and openness to feedback and diverse perspectives
• Attention to detail and a strong commitment to quality

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Art Director

Location: Whitefield, Bangalore, India

Salary: ₹40,000 – ₹55,000 per month

Experience: 1–4 years preferred

Employment Type: Full-time, On-site

About the Role

We're looking for a creative and detail-oriented Art Director with a strong grasp of visual storytelling, branding, and digital campaign design. The ideal candidate will lead the creative direction for social media, digital ads, website visuals, and marketing campaigns, ensuring consistency, innovation, and aesthetic excellence across all brand communications.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and oversee visual concepts for digital marketing campaigns, brand shoots, and ad creatives.

Collaborate with the content, strategy, and media teams to create engaging assets across platforms (Meta, Google, YouTube, LinkedIn, etc.).

Guide and mentor designers to maintain high creative standards.

Translate marketing goals into impactful visual narratives.

Ensure brand consistency across all creative touchpoints.

Stay updated on design and advertising trends to bring fresh ideas to every campaign.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Fine Arts, Visual Communication, Design, or a related field.

1–4 years of experience in digital marketing, creative agencies, or similar environments.

Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects, Premiere Pro, etc.).

Strong understanding of layout, typography, and color theory.

Experience leading creative teams and managing multiple projects.

A strong design portfolio showcasing digital and branding work.

Qualification

Bachelor's degree in Fine Arts, Visual Communication, or related field.

1–4 years of experience in digital marketing or creative agencies.

Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and familiarity with Figma/Canva.

Strong visual storytelling, branding, and team leadership skills.

Up-to-date with digital design trends and marketing aesthetic

Role & responsibilit

Were seeking an Art Director who thinks beyond aestheticssomeone who connects brand, business, and creative intelligence to shape the visual identity of our fitness products across every touchpoint. Youll turn business goals and marketing insights into trend-aware, emotionally resonant visuals that drive performance. From concept to final assetproduct videos, campaign imagery, web, social, or in-app experiencesyour ideas will define how our brand looks, feels, and performs.

Key Responsibilities

Creative Vision & Direction

• Lead creative ideation across campaigns, product visuals, and marketing assets (web, social, ads, and digital experiences).
• Translate briefs into emotionally compelling, commercially aligned concepts and narratives.
• Ensure visual realism and brand relevance (e.g., placing equipment in lifestyle-appropriate settings: living rooms, studios, gyms).
• Establish and maintain a high bar for craft, clarity, and consistency across all assets.

Strategic Thinking & Market Awareness

• Understand audience, product USP, and business objectives to inform creative direction.
• Conduct competitor/market analysis to identify whitespace and differentiation opportunities.
• Ensure every creative output strengthens brand perception and improves marketing effectiveness (CTR/CVR, engagement, retention).

Trend & AI Innovation

• Stay current on visual, motion, and AI trends; champion next-gen tools (e.g., Midjourney, Runway, Veo, Luma).
• Lead experiments in AI-generated visuals, prompt-based art direction, and smart workflows to elevate quality and efficiency.
• Define best practices for blending creativity and AI to deliver fresh, high-impact marketing visuals.

Creative Feedback & Mentorship

• Review concepts, images, and videos; provide precise, actionable feedback aligned to objectives and audience psychology.
• Mentor designers, editors, and motion artists to think strategically about design intent, story, and emotional tone.
• Raise the team's creative bar by teaching what makes visuals perform in ads and campaigns.

Collaboration & Delivery

• Partner closely with Product, Marketing, and Video teams to ensure brand consistency and goal alignment.
• Own the creative process end-to-end—from brief and moodboards to production and final delivery—on time and on brand.
• Plan timelines, manage creative resources, and maintain clear communication across cross-functional stakeholders.

Qualifications

• 6–10 years of experience in art direction or visual design, with proven multi-channel brand work (web, social, product, video).
• Strong portfolio demonstrating storytelling, system-level brand thinking, and performance-minded visuals.
• Expertise in Adobe Creative Cloud and Figma; solid grasp of motion/animation principles (After Effects, Premiere, or equivalents).
• Hands-on familiarity with AI creative tools (e.g., Midjourney, Runway, Veo, Luma) and prompt-based direction.
• Comfort translating marketing KPIs and insights into creative decisions; A/B testing mindset.
• Excellent communication, feedback, and presentation skills; experience mentoring creatives.
• Experience in fitness, consumer hardware, or D2C brands is a plus.

What Success Looks Like (KPIs)

• Measurable improvements in campaign performance (CTR/CVR, ROAS), engagement, and brand lift.
• Elevated brand consistency and visual quality across touchpoints.
• Faster creative throughput via smart processes and AI-assisted workflows.
• Positive feedback from stakeholders and growth in team capability.

Tools & Stack

• Adobe CC, Figma, Google Workspace
• Motion/Video: After Effects, Premiere (or equivalents)
• AI/Gen-AI: Midjourney, Runway, Veo, Luma (plus emerging tools) Preferred candidate profile

Position Title : Art Director

Location : Noida

Experience : 7yrs+

Working Days : Monday - Saturday (1st Sat is WFH / 3rd Sat is off)

About Us:

GTF Technologies is a leading digital marketing agency catering to high-profile real estate clients. With a focus on performance-driven campaigns and elevated brand narratives, were looking for a visionary Art Director to lead our creative team and shape bold, compelling brand stories.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the creative direction across branding, digital, social media, and marketing campaigns for real estate clients.
• Collaborate with copywriters, graphic designers, and video teams to execute high-impact visual campaigns.
• Translate strategic briefs into visually compelling concepts that align with real estate market nuances.
  
  Maintain design consistency across all channels while pushing boundaries for innovation.
• Oversee design from concept to final execution, ensuring timely delivery and quality control.
• Stay updated with industry trends and competitor creatives in the real estate sector.
• Guide and mentor the creative team, fostering a culture of creativity and excellence.

Requirements:

• 7+ years of experience in creative/art direction, preferably in a digital agency environment.
• Strong portfolio showcasing a range of work across branding, digital, and campaign design (Real estate experience is a plus).
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, After Effects, etc.).
• A deep understanding of typography, layout, color theory, and visual storytelling.
• Exceptional leadership and team management skills.
• Ability to thrive under deadlines and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.

Why Join GTF Technologies?

• Work with top-tier real estate clients and national brands.
• Dynamic and collaborative creative environment.
• Opportunity to lead a growing creative team with full ownership of design vision.
• Competitive salary and growth-oriented culture.

Job description

Role description

If you describe yourself as artistically inclined and passionate about digging into the heart of clients' business needs and delivering on designs and creative requirements across channels,

have hands-on knowledge in animation, then you might just be our next fine art Associate Art Director.

Responsibilities:

• meeting clients or account managers to discuss the business objectives and requirements of the job;
• estimating the time required to complete the work and providing quotes for clients;
• developing design briefs that suit the client's purpose;
• thinking creatively to produce new ideas and concepts, and developing interactive design;
• using innovation to redefine a design brief within the constraints of cost and time;
• presenting finalized ideas and concepts to clients or account managers;
• working with a range of media and keeping up to date with emerging technologies;
• proofreading to produce accurate and high-quality work;
• demonstrating illustrative skills with rough sketches and working on layouts ready for print;
• commissioning illustrators and photographers;
• working as part of a team with copywriters, photographers, illustrators, other designers, account executives, web developers and marketing specialists.

JOB Description

We are looking for a creative fine art Associate Art Director with up-to-date knowledge to interpret our clients' needs and design solutions with high visual impact. You will work on a variety of products, including websites, magazines, product packaging, exhibitions, corporate identity, etc., and you will cooperate with our designers and client servicing team.

The goal is to get the clients' message across.

Work Experience Required

6+ years of experience in graphic design.

Skill set

• Passion and enthusiasm for design, with a creative flair.

• A flexible approach when working in a team.

• Excellent communication skills in order to interpret and negotiate briefs with clients.

• Good presentation skills and the confidence to explain and sell ideas to clients and colleagues.

• Time management skills and the ability to cope with several projects at a time.

• Accuracy and attention to detail when finalizing designs.

• Being open to feedback and willing to make changes to your designs.

• Effective networking skills to build contacts.

• Efficient in animation software like Photoshop, Illustrator and After Effects.

Good with freehand sketching.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the visual development of campaigns from concept to execution
• Create stunning visuals for digital campaigns, social media, branding, packaging, and print
• Collaborate with copywriters, strategists, and marketing teams to bring ideas to life
• Oversee and mentor junior designers and freelancers, providing art direction and feedback
• Present creative concepts internally and externally with clarity and impact
• Ensure all creatives align with the brand's tone, guidelines, and strategy
• Stay updated with design trends, consumer behavior, and digital content formats

Requirements

• 7+ years of hands-on experience in an advertising/creative agency
• Expert in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign); knowledge of After Effects or Figma is a plus
• A strong and diverse portfolio that reflects design maturity and campaign work across platforms
• Solid understanding of visual storytelling, composition, layout, typography, and branding
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Ability to lead projects independently, manage multiple briefs, and meet deadlines without compromising quality

Bonus Points for:

• Experience in shoots, motion graphics, or digital-first campaigns
• Ability to translate brand strategy into striking visual language

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹57, ₹90,930.95 per month

Work Location: In person

Role & responsibilities

As Art Director, you are required to bring ideas to life through your creative designs.

This role requires you to proactively provide feasible & innovative design solutions for events & activations. You are expected to have a strong understanding of 3D stage and scenic designs and environmental graphics.

You shall be the point of coordination between all involved in the event-client, internal teams at Hyperlink including Client service, Production, Concept, Design as well as external agency partners.

Location: Work from office at Mumbai.

Responsibilities:

Creative Output on briefs received:

Meet with Client Service team/ Client & understand briefs.

Develop design briefs by gathering information and data through research.

Visualize, brainstorm, ideate & transform ideas into effective designs/artwork/templates.

Sketch ideas whenever required.

Give direction, inputs, suggestions to the team on briefs.

Attend reccees if requiredto get a fair idea of the event venue.

Keen eye on design aesthetics- use a good sense of aesthetics & judge & visualize the right style of design.

Create identity designs, environmental graphics, illustrations OR commercial art/ scenic designs, stage or exhibition designs and spatial designs.

Create print files & art files that can be sent to printers for printing/ Create production files with specifications of all materials and ensure feasibility.

Being ahead of the curve to provide directions to the team & advice the client

Incorporating the latest trends in graphic design.

Updated knowledge of software and tools of the trade.

Client Related Goals:

Attend Client meetings whenever required.

Research on clients & brands to deliver an effective creative design; Staying updated on brand knowledge.

Having the sensibilities to understand the brand, brand guidelines (colours), the clients core message, target audience and other needs of the client.

Ability to Present & Explain Designs to clients.

Uphold integrity of the brand by following ethical practices.

Project conversion for existing clients.

Project conversion for new clients.

Project Management & Internal Coordination.

Adhering to internal/ client timelines.

Coordination with the concept team to ensure that the copy and design are in sync*

Effective communication of the final art works to relevant internal departments-CS, production (for final execution).

Working with the Production Department, overseeing the print production process to ensure design integrity, colour accuracy and image quality are met.

Working in tandem with other departments (Concept/CS/Production) to gain understanding of consumer experience, marketing strategy and operational capabilities.

Required Qualification, Experience & skills:

Graduation in Design, Commercial Art, Applied Art; Masters degree/Diploma in Design (preferred)

Preferred candidate profile

Minimum 10+ years of 3D Design experience in the Events/Activations industry

Basic knowledge on brands, Fabrication knowledge, Understanding of the printing process

Well versed in designing software-3D Max, Maya.

Presentation Skills, Good Communication skills.

Efficiency in delivering designs as per timelines