The Role
Lead the design and visual direction of print and digital publications, collaborating on high-level creative solutions while managing layouts and staying updated on design trends.
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Description
Bring bold creative visions to life.
Grey Dog Media, a national award-winning custom publisher, is seeking a Senior Art Director to lead the design and visual direction of our print and digital publications. From concept to final art, you’ll play a hands-on role in creating inspiring, polished work that reaches audiences nationwide.
What You’ll Do
- Concept and design layouts using mood boards, sketches, and templates.
- Lead studio and location photo shoots across food, product, lifestyle, and interior sets.
- Collaborate with editors, project directors, and clients to deliver high-level creative solutions.
- Manage layouts from text flow to final production, ensuring design excellence.
- Stay ahead of design, cultural, and industry trends to keep our work fresh.
Requirements
What We’re Looking For
- Bachelor’s degree in graphic design, Art, or related field.
- 5+ years of experience as an Art Director, ideally in magazine publishing.
- A portfolio that showcases sophisticated design, typography, and photography direction.
- Advanced Adobe Creative Suite skills.
- Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven, collaborative environment.
Why Join Grey Dog Media?
- Creative, award-winning publishing environment.
- In-office team in West Des Moines, IA.
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Full benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA, 401k, Life & Disability, PTO.
- Opportunities for professional growth and creative development.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in graphic design or related field
- 5+ years of experience as an Art Director
- Portfolio showcasing design, typography, and photography direction
- Advanced Adobe Creative Suite skills
- Strong leadership and communication skills
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
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The Company
What We Do
Grey Dog Media LLC is an award-winning content marketing agency and custom publisher that creates high-impact, fully owned media across digital, print, and social platforms, specializing in strategic storytelling and brand transformation.
