We create cultural resonance for brands. Creativity That Matters is work that shatters the stratosphere. That’s why our quest to discover what’s next is endless — because the only thing we’re afraid of is the status quo. We make culture our personal playground. We launch far past the expected. We chase curiosity, deep into the shadows. We will never be just another agency. And we’ve got the audacity to prove it.
We Are TMA.
Job Overview:
TMA is looking for a Senior Art Director to join our team. Talented, motivated, and a strategic thinker, the Senior Art Director lives to give big brands a powerful, visual point of view; bringing them to life through conceptual, integrated marketing campaigns.
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The Senior Art Director is a creative visionary – and will collaborate with other creatives to concept, design, and execute best-in-class campaigns. The net result will be a masterful brand voice and vision across every marketing touchpoint and work that resonates with exactly the right people.
Responsibilities:
- Working with other creatives to create ideas for broadcast, OLV, social, audio, print, experiential, and digital campaigns
- Collaborating not just with creatives, but strategy, account, and production to create a high volume of work on time, on budget, and on point
- You’re a collaborator, a leader and a mentor to other art directors
- Participate in brainstorms, translate that thinking into beautiful pitch decks, and deliver best-in-class brand creative that exceeds client objectives
- Present to a passionate group of clients with conviction, confidence, and swagger
- Pitch in on new business initiatives and agency creative communications
- Maintain an up-to-date knowledge of the marketplace and competitive client landscape, in addition to cultural, design, and business trends
- Be a source of positivity, inspiration, creativity, and fun
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in a directly related field (advertising, graphic design, visual arts, etc.)
- 4-7+ years of agency experience as a graphic designer or art director
- Broadcast and/or video production experience
- Strong working knowledge of the creative process
- Understand how to appeal to diverse cultural markets
- Strong problem-solving, communication, and relationship-building skills
- Self-motivated to creatively solve multiple problems at once, under quick deadlines
- Excellent presentation skills and salesmanship are a must
- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office Suite, and Keynote
TMA Perks & Benefits:
- Continuous training, educational programs, speaker series and workshops
- Culture events throughout the year
- Communities to connect with
- Competitive vacation plan, sick days and personal days to prioritize your mental health
- Summer Flex Days
- Robust holiday schedule
- Parental leave
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision plans
- 401K Retirement Savings Plan
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan