Mason is looking for a Managing Art Director to provide creative leadership by setting and maintaining the visual direction for our assigned brand(s). This role blends strategic thinking, creative excellence, and operational leadership while managing and mentoring a team.

What You'll Do

Lead art direction for all brand and product photography across campaigns and channels.
Develop creative concepts, shot lists, visual references, and briefs for photoshoots.
Partner closely with photographers, stylists, producers, and external vendors to execute the creative vision.
Concept and design catalogs, including unique covers and text pages, while managing production timelines.
Develop creative concepts for cross-channel campaigns that support brand and business objectives.
Manage, mentor, and develop a team of art directors through clear direction and constructive feedback.
Set creative standards and ensure consistent, high-quality execution across all deliverables.
Support hiring, onboarding, and performance management.
Present creative concepts, layouts, and photography direction to senior stakeholders.
Act as a creative partner to Marketing, Merchandising, and E-commerce teams to align on strategy and execution.
Balance creative excellence with production efficiency, ensuring deadlines are consistently met.
Complete or participate in special projects as assigned.
Stay current on industry trends, bringing fresh ideas and innovation to the brand.

What We're Looking For

Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design or a related field.
3+ years of management experience.
5+ years of experience in print and digital art direction and design.
Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite.
Strong graphic design and typography skills.
Demonstrated ability to build relationships and communicate at all levels, both inside and outside the organization.
Proven leadership skills.
Catalog and direct mail design skills.
Business acumen.
Strong verbal, written, and presentation skills to effectively communicate with audiences at various levels.
Strategic thinking and customer focus.
Ability to make sound, timely, business decisions and/or recommendations.
Ability to lead and motivate teams and manage performance.
Creative vision and project management skills.
Ability to manage multiple tasks, timelines, and meet deadlines.
Ability to travel to the corporate office in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin as needed.