In-house Art Director

Responsibilities:

·        Work with a team of creatives and layout artists to execute annual reports, proxy statements, sustainability reports, and other corporate documents for US corporations.

o   Ideating and designing compelling studies, putting reader needs and strong company branding at the forefront of your design.

o   Collaborate with the Manila Production team to deliver a high volume of work on time.

·        Communicate and explain design ideas confidently to the Manila production team, the US counterparts and possibly to some US clients.

·        Maintain in-depth, up-to-date knowledge of report design trends and the US cultural and business landscape.

Qualifications and Skills:

·         Candidate must possess at least a Bachelor’s Degree in Art/Design/Creative Multimedia or equivalent

·         Experience in an established Advertising or Creative Agency in the same capacity as Art Director is preferred.

·         Preferably more than 5 years of experience specializing in Arts/Creative/Graphics Design or equivalent.

·         Preferably 2-4 years of experience managing work of different artists / typesetters.

·         Preferably 2-4 years of experience working on Corporate Annual Reports.

·         Can do work with minimal supervision and deliver output in a timely manner.

·         Willing to work extended hours and during weekends / holidays.

·         Can communicate and present clearly and confidently his/her design ideas in written or spoken English or Tagalog.

·         Must be willing to work in Ortigas, Pasig City.

·         Can start as soon as possible.

·         Full-Time positions are available

Desired design competencies:

·         Expertise in typography, print design, and infographic design

·         Ability to conceptualize design quickly to meet fast turnaround times

·         Possesses strong problem-solving and information visualization skills.

·         Technical knowledge in printing is a plus

·         Report design experience (annual reports and sustainability reports) is a plus

Desired design competencies:

·         Has high technical skill in Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator and Acrobat. *

*Interested applicants must present their portfolio

Behavioral Traits Requirements:

·         A high degree of integrity and personal responsibility

·         A high level of adaptability and tolerance for stress and pressure

·         Strong sense of initiative, goal orientation, and enthusiasm

·         Willingness to do shift work including night shift, work extended hours and render weekends/holidays work