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: Art Director

Vicarious , an innovative staffing agency for creative professionals, is currently recruiting an experienced Art Director for an esteemed luxury brand's Seattle creative office.

Job Title: Art Director ($110k-$140 salary range) Location: Seattle, WA (on-site only) Department: Marketing Reports To: Senior Director, Creative Direct Reports: Digital Designers

Position Overview: A luxury e-commerce company is seeking an experienced Art Director to lead the creative vision across brand channels. This individual will be responsible for concepting and executing compelling marketing and advertising assets that span digital, video, print, and social. The role demands a design-forward leader with a sharp eye for aesthetics, a passion for brand building, and experience managing teams and complex campaigns.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead integrated campaigns across web, video, social, print, and out-of-home media.

Develop digital-first creative that differentiates the brand in a competitive consumer landscape.

Partner with internal stakeholders—including marketing, merchandising, and product teams—to ensure creative aligns with strategic goals.

Define and evolve visual systems for product launches and brand initiatives.

Oversee a team of digital designers and collaborate hands-on to produce high-impact assets.

Serve as the lead creative reviewer for email campaigns, banner ads, paid/organic social, and more.

Develop art direction and concepts for brand photo and video shoots.

Drive experimentation and storytelling across emerging social platforms like TikTok, Reels, and Instagram Live.

Manage and maintain brand identity guidelines and design templates.

Ensure consistency and quality across all consumer touchpoints.

Maintain and evolve the internal brand book in alignment with marketing goals and seasonal needs.

Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Fine Arts, or related field.

5+ years of digital design experience in a consumer-focused or e-commerce environment.

5+ years of team leadership or creative management experience.

High proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite and Figma.

Exceptional storytelling and communication skills, including executive presentations.

Deep understanding of digital and print typography, layout, and branding.

Proven experience art directing still and motion content production.

Familiarity with creative AI tools is a plus.

Strong collaboration and project management skills across departments.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement: Vicarious values diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other legally protected status.

Vicarious Agency is dedicated to enhancing the careers of creative talent by placing them in roles that push the envelope of innovation and creativity. We invite visionary creatives with a passion for video production and a drive to exceed boundaries to apply for this exciting opportunity.

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