Assoc Art Dir

ABOUT US
tms un ites technology, marketing and sourcing to drive transformational change for the world's leading brands. With 1000+ employees across 26 countries, we offer an impressive range of solutions - from inspiration and innovation to category management and delivery. Most importantly, we're a place where you can achieve great things, and be recognized as the best.
Our parent company, HAVI, is a global, privately held company that delivers expertise and experience across analytics, packaging, sourcing, supply chain, and logistics. Together, we unlock potential in our shared talent, more career opportunities and benefits, and an elevated service for our clients - which include the likes of McDonald's, T-Mobile, O2 and adidas - as well as their customers.
Check out our latest and greatest work, from Happy Meals and reusable packaging to adidas immersive experiences, digital campaigns, and more: https://vimeo.com/manage/videos/792991243
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WHAT MATTERS THE MOST
Breakthrough, business-driving ideas come from extraordinary people with the freedom to be their most authentic selves at work. And we know authenticity and diversity - critical elements of our business - can only be realized when we create access and equity for all. We foster a culture of inclusion and belonging and aspire to be ever-evolving, always growing and listening.
If you want your ideas to be heard and to contribute to a culture of inclusion and authenticity, bring us your voice!
ROLE OVERVIEW
With a young-at-heart personality and quirky, spirited attitude - your playfulness and creativity shows in your work. You are an imaginative creator who not only thinks outside of the box, but strives to shatter it. You love creating products and experiences that are fun, clever and unique, reinventing the ordinary to generate moments of surprise and delight.
You have a powerful desire to learn, a fresh perspective and the design chops to match. You get excited diving into new projects and enjoy ideating big concepts just as much as cranking out stellar designs and illustrations. You have a clear passion and curiosity for marketing to kids and families. From idea to execution - you collaborate seamlessly with cross-functional teams to drive the creation of on-brand, engaging experiences via print materials, packaging and product.
Responsibilities:
This role will work closely with Strategists, Account Executives, Art Directors, Copywriters, Production Artists, Industrial Designers and Motion Artists on the conceptualization and execution of Point-of-Purchase materials, packaging, branding and product design. As an integral part of a larger multi-disciplinary team, you will manage and design many aspects of the visual creative product.

• Work and collaborate with the creative team to develop visual concepts, design systems and products that entice, educate, engage, activate and connect with consumers
• Support and own the creative process from original concept to final implementation
• Interpret briefs in order to create designs that are strategically driven and compelling - not just "pretty"
• Manage and balance multiple jobs and projects daily, meets timelines and expectations, while measuring and improving efficiency
• Maintain knowledge and skills of creative applications, staying on top of new and evolving technology
• Think conceptually and strategically to discover the best way to problem-solve for design and technical challenges
• Be a constant learner, with a passion for actively keeping ahead of the curve and exploring new tools, trends/standard methodologies and styles, as well as advertising and design styles
• Be a team player to others by collaborating, working hard and always forging ahead

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• 1-3 years working as an Associate Art Director (in print, packaging, product)
• Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite and working knowledge of Microsoft PowerPoint
• Resourceful and solution-oriented; a proactive self-starter and problem-solver
• Understanding of visual communication and creating a visual hierarchy
• Skillful in graphic design, including the use of typography, color and design systems
• Experience aligning work to brand identity/guidelines; understanding of brand collabs/partnerships
• Ability to quickly ideate and create a branded look & feel for clients
• Illustration skills are a huge plus, preferably with adaptability to a range of different styles
• Has critical attention to detail while not missing the big picture
• Understanding of best-practices for print and packaging
• Comfortable operating in print workflows, including collaboration with Digital Creatives and Industrial Designers, and flawless turnovers to the Studio team for final deliverables, making file structures and organization a priority
• Capable of communicating creative ideas and intentions with clarity
• Ability to collaborate with other Art Directors and Copywriters to implement and deliver fun and engaging print materials that speak to kids and families
• Can take direction and constructive criticism from seniors and peers

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Nearest Major Market: Chicago