Monks seeks a Senior Art Director to partner with copywriters, strategists, and account teams to create compelling materials for a large automotive client. You will maintain high standards in design and art direction, crafting visually engaging, strategically-informed work across the account.
What You'll Do
- Adapt creative from English to Spanish across deliverables like social content, web copy, display advertising, and e-commerce.
- Create major deliverables that uphold the highest standards of creative excellence and align with client objectives.
- Take a hands-on approach in design execution, working directly on projects while collaborating with cross-functional teams.
- Execute the conceptual and aesthetic direction of campaigns, asset creation, experiential activations, and design projects.
- Excel in a dynamic, deadline-driven environment while maintaining quality and professionalism.
- Create engaging content across multiple formats, including videos, static posts, and animations.
- Contribute positively to Monks' culture, its people, and its clients.
What We're Looking For
- 5+ years of hands-on design and art direction experience in advertising and marketing.
- Expert proficiency in Figma, Adobe Creative Suite, and collaboration tools.
- Strong ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
- Collaborate effectively with creative leads and copywriters to develop on-brand designs.
- Clear communication skills when presenting work to senior leaders and clients.
- Creative and analytical thinking capabilities.
- Experience implementing brand style guides.
- Contribute to creative discussions throughout the project lifecycle.
- A strong digital-centric portfolio across multiple formats is required.
- Fluent in Spanish and English.
Nice to Have
- Experience in automotive and/or production industries.
- AI tool experience, such as ChatGPT, MidJourney, or Runway.
Technical Stack
- Figma
- Adobe Creative Suite
- AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, MidJourney, Runway)
Team & Environment
You will work hands-on with copywriters, account managers, creative directors, and strategists.
Benefits & Compensation
- Compensation range: $77,000—$87,000 USD
- Excellent, full coverage medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Generous PTO and 15 company-wide holidays.
- 401k with company contribution.
- Paid parental leave.
- Work-life balance with an emphasis on personal well-being.
- Career growth in a disruptor space & entrepreneurial opportunities within the Monks network.
- A globally diverse & inclusive culture with employee resource groups.
- Authentic commitment to DEI efforts and sustainable growth.
Work Mode
This role operates on a hybrid schedule.
We are an equal-opportunity employer committed to building a respectful and empowering work environment for all people to freely express themselves amongst colleagues who embrace diversity in all respects.
